Module Outline
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Dental Assisting (Observations) 1a
Dental Assisting (Observations) 1a
Module
National Code
State Code
48205
48205
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/02/1994
Field of Education
060703 - Dental Assisting
Nominal Hours
72
Description
To allow the student to become aware of the various groups of patients likely
to be encountered in the dental surgery.
To enable the student to observe and gain practical experience in caring for
the patient in a school dental clinic.
To assist the dentist/therapist and gain experience in dental procedures and
surgery management.
To develop the ability to assist and reassure a nervous patient and explain
dental procedures.
to be encountered in the dental surgery.
To enable the student to observe and gain practical experience in caring for
the patient in a school dental clinic.
To assist the dentist/therapist and gain experience in dental procedures and
surgery management.
To develop the ability to assist and reassure a nervous patient and explain
dental procedures.
Range of Variables
This module will be most effectively delivered in a practical work environment.
The hours stated for this module are the minimal hours. Where the
organisation’s hours require it some learners may have to complete longer
hours.
The hours stated for this module are the minimal hours. Where the
organisation’s hours require it some learners may have to complete longer
hours.
Evidence Guide
The learner is required to demonstrate competency in each of the learning
outcomes of the module, in line with the assessment method shown.
This module is to be assessed internally, using competence to complete each
concept, as a measure of student achievement.
Submission of 4 reports:
- 2 reports on guided observations
- 2 reports on placement observations 25%
- Observations of performance at work placement
by operator and lecturer 75%
outcomes of the module, in line with the assessment method shown.
This module is to be assessed internally, using competence to complete each
concept, as a measure of student achievement.
Submission of 4 reports:
- 2 reports on guided observations
- 2 reports on placement observations 25%
- Observations of performance at work placement
by operator and lecturer 75%
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6854 | 0532 | Dental Clinic Assist | Accredited course |
| 6853 | Dental Clinic Assisting | Accredited course |