Diploma of Dental Technology – TAFE SA Regency Park

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Diploma of Dental Technology

at TAFE South Australia · Regency Park, South Australia

CRICOS course code

0100003

CRICOS provider code

00092B

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$46,780 total

Per year

A$23,390/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Diploma of Dental Technology at TAFE South Australia, delivered at the Regency Park campus, equips students with practical and theoretical foundations needed for a rewarding career in Australia’s dental industry. In this two-year diploma programme, you will learn to design, construct, modify, and repair a wide range of dental restorations and appliances, including crowns, bridges, dentures, and orthodontic devices. The curriculum includes hands-on training in dental laboratories, ensuring you develop confidence and competence using industry-standard materials and technology.

Diploma students typically study a sequence of nationally recognised units of study, each earning credit points that contribute to the award. The programme structure blends classroom learning with significant laboratory practice, providing both in-depth technical skills and essential knowledge in infection control, workplace safety, and dental technology theory. Work-integrated learning is a key component, so you gain valuable experience in real or simulated dental environments.

Graduates leave with a strong understanding of dental morphology, prosthesis fabrication, and the latest developments in dental materials and digital technology. This course is ideal for those interested in helping restore oral health and aesthetics or seeking a practical, hands-on profession in healthcare. It suits school-leavers, career-changers, or those already in the sector wishing to formalise their expertise.

As an Australian qualification, this diploma sits within the AQF and may offer pathways to further study in dental technology or related disciplines. International students are required to demonstrate English proficiency equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5, with alternative tests also accepted. While enrolled, international students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight, and completion may enable eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. For detailed admission requirements and updated course content, please consult the official course page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Dental Technician
Denture Technician
Orthodontic Technician
Dental Laboratory Assistant
Roles in dental laboratories, dental manufacturing businesses, public dental health services, and specialist dental practices across Australia’s diverse healthcare sector

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Diploma of Dental Technology at TAFE South Australia?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$46,780 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Dental TechnicianDenture TechnicianOrthodontic TechnicianDental Laboratory AssistantRoles in dental laboratories, dental manufacturing businesses, public dental health services, and specialist dental practices across Australia’s diverse healthcare sector

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