Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)
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Postgraduate
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Online
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Start date
March
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.
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For each 8 point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, residential schools, or examinations.
If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
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Graduation requirements
As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.
To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.Full subject list
The Bachelor Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) consists of 192 points:
BMS191 Human Bioscience 1 (8)
BMS192 Human Bioscience 2 (8)
BMS291 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 1 (8)
BMS292 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 2 (8)
DOH100 Clinical Practice and Theory 1 (16)
DOH110 Oral Health Sciences 1 (16)
DOH200 Clinical Practice and Theory 2 (16)
DOH210 Oral Health Sciences 2 (16)
DOH204 Community Oral Health 2 (16)
DOH300 Oral Health Sciences 3 (16)
DOH303 Community Oral Health 3 (16)
DOH310 Clinical Practice and Theory 3 (32)
IKC100 Indigenous Health (8)
PSY111 Foundations of Psychology for Health & Human Services (8)
Key subjects:
DOH100 Clinical Practice and Theory 1 (16)
DOH110 Oral Health Sciences 1 (16)
DOH210 Oral Health Sciences 2 (16)
DOH200 Clinical Practice and Theory 2 (16)
DOH310 Clinical Practice and Theory 3 (32)
The Bachelor Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) consists of 192 points:
BMS191 Human Bioscience 1 (8)
BMS192 Human Bioscience 2 (8)
BMS291 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 1 (8)
There are minimum Academic and English Language requirements for admission to Charles Sturt University courses. These requirements ensure that our students have the best chance for success. Minimum requirements can vary from country to country, so please take some time to review our entry requirements before starting your application. If you cannot find the requirements for your country please contact us.
Please note: in line with our admissions policy, if you intend to study in Australia on a student visa you must be at least 18 years old by the course start date.
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Subjects
- Periodontal
- Hygiene
- Dental
Course programme
Career opportunities Oral health therapy is a rapidly developing profession providing rewarding and diverse career paths. Most students know if they have a graduate position by December of their final year of study. Gain professional registration As soon as you graduate from the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene), you can register with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Explore diverse opportunities Pursue a career in general or specialist dental practice, public sector dental health, Australian defence forces (Army, Navy or Air Force), hospital dental clinics, education or research. Work at any destination Demand for oral health practitioners is particularly high in rural and regional areas; however, you could also work in any metropolitan area or internationally.
Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)