Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)

The fully accredited Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) from Charles Sturt University qualifies you to work as an oral health therapist in Australia.

As a graduate, you'll help combat the national chronic shortage of oral health professionals, while also making a valuable contribution to the health of your community.Oral health practitioners are skilled clinicians who examine and treat diseases of periodontal tissues and teeth.

They perform restorative and periodontal care with a primary focus on early diagnosis and treatment.

Their role includes the promotion of positive oral health and preventive dental practices in the community.

We recommend the following Study Link subjects for this course.

• SSS077 Essay Writing 1 – Style
• SSS085 Communication Skills
• SSS086 Transition to Uni Study

A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR of 70 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent. OR Successful completion of at least two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. OR A completed AQF Certificate IV or higher level qualification. OR 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification. OR A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. AND English Language Proficiency. An Academic IELTS of 7.0 with no score below a 6.5 in each of the individual skill areas or a qualification deemed equivalent.

NOTE Successful applicants are encouraged to obtain a senior first aid certificate prior to commencing the course. Prior to commencement of the first placement students will also be required to provide evidence of their immunisation and vaccination status, and a completed Working with Children Check.