{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Bachelor of Oral Health Science", "advertisedTitle": "Bachelor of Oral Health Science", "totalCreditPoints": 360, "offerYear": 2027, "studentType": "Domestic", "locationDisplayName": "Bendigo", "deliveryModeCode": "MM", "deliveryModeDescription": "Multi-Modal", "cricosCourseCode": "", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": true, "instance": true, "indicativeFees": true, "startDates": true }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": {"120":["Diploma of Preventive Care"],"240":["Associate Degree of Interprofessional Practice"]} }, "startDates": "Semester 1 (March 2027)", "duration": "3 years full-time; 2.5 years accelerated", "prerequisite": "English (Please refer to <a href=\"#entry-requirements\">admission requirements<\/a> for details)", "courseDescription": "<p>Learn how to provide essential oral healthcare with La Trobe's accredited Bachelor of Oral Health Science. Studying in an inter- and intradisciplinary setting, you'll develop your professional practice at Australia's largest rural health school.<\/p><p>Develop your understanding of oral health promotion, and the prevention and treatment of oral diseases. Get hands-on experience in clinical placements across regional Victoria and treat patients under the supervision of experienced clinicians. Your scope of practice includes dental therapy treatments to patients of all ages.<\/p><p>Note: You&#39;ll need to complete your Level 1 First Aid\/CPR certification, get your required vaccinations, and provide a current police check and Working with Children Check before starting this degree.<\/p><p>You&#39;ll learn:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Preventive oral health<\/strong><ul><li>Develop your knowledge of preventive, periodontal and restorative procedures.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Medicine for dentistry<\/strong><ul><li>Learn to take a comprehensive medical history, understand its role in safe oral healthcare, and the link between oral and general health.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Clinical practice<\/strong><ul><li>Discover how to diagnose and plan care for patients. Improve your communication and treatment skills while learning to manage patients in a clinical setting.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Global perspectives in oral health<\/strong><ul><li>Gain insight into different cultures and explore your role as an oral health therapist in a multicultural society. Further develop your cultural competence through an elective rural, interstate or overseas placement.*<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>*Subject to government restrictions on international travel.<\/p><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7 - Bachelor Degree.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "<p>This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.<\/p>", "prerequisite": "<p>VCE: <span>Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.<\/span><\/p>", "admCriInAddToAtar": "<ul><li><p>Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement and provide evidence of residence in a regional or rural area if applicable and if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Applicants with relevant work experience may be eligible for extra consideration during the selection process.<\/p><\/li><li><p>You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:<\/p><ul style=\"list-style-position: inside;\"><li>are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent)<\/li><li>have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or<\/li><li>do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.<\/li><\/ul><p>Refer to the <a title=\"La Trobe University Prerequisites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/apply\/stat\" rel=\"nofollow\">La Trobe University STAT page<\/a> page for further information.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>", "selRankAdj": "<p>VCE: A study score of 30 in any Science equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in Health And Human Development, any Mathematics or Physical Education equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.<\/p>", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "<p>Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.<\/p>", "admCri": "<ul><li><p>Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement and provide evidence of residence in a regional or rural area if applicable and if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Applicants with relevant work experience may be eligible for extra consideration during the selection process.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/apply\/international\/requirements\">Language requirements<\/a> for further information.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend.<\/p><\/li><li><p>You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:<\/p><ul style=\"list-style-position: inside;\"><li>are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent)<\/li><li>have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or<\/li><li>do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.<\/li><\/ul><p>Refer to the <a title=\"La Trobe University Prerequisites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/apply\/stat\" rel=\"nofollow\">La Trobe University STAT page<\/a> page for further information.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "<p>Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.<\/p>", "admCri": "<ul><li><p>Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement and provide evidence of residence in a regional or rural area if applicable and if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Applicants with relevant work experience may be eligible for extra consideration during the selection process.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend.<\/p><\/li><li><p>You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:<\/p><ul style=\"list-style-position: inside;\"><li>are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent)<\/li><li>have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or<\/li><li>do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.<\/li><\/ul><p>Refer to the <a title=\"La Trobe University Prerequisites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/apply\/stat\" rel=\"nofollow\">La Trobe University STAT page<\/a> page for further information.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "<ul><li><p>Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement and provide evidence of residence in a regional or rural area if applicable and if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Applicants with relevant work experience may be eligible for extra consideration during the selection process.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.<\/p><\/li><li><p>A study score of 30 in Physical Education or any Science equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in Health And Human Development or any Mathematics equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.<\/p><\/li><li><p>You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:<\/p><ul style=\"list-style-position: inside;\"><li>are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent)<\/li><li>have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or<\/li><li>do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.<\/li><\/ul><p>Refer to the <a title=\"La Trobe University Prerequisites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/apply\/stat\" rel=\"nofollow\">La Trobe University STAT page<\/a> page for further information.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>" }, "prerequisite": "", "academicEntReq": "", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "<div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-0\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Behavioural and relational skills<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-0\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students must be able to manage their own responses and behaviour to work effectively in a range of learning environments with diverse people and tasks. This includes the capacity to be receptive and respond appropriately to constructive feedback. Students should also be able to work with others in a team or group environment and make and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of individuals in order to complete tasks or for professional practice.<br \/><br \/>See also <a href=\"https:\/\/policies.latrobe.edu.au\/document\/view.php?id=60\">Student behaviours policy<\/a> for more information.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/><\/p><p><em>Behavioural stability is required to work individually and in teams in a program of study in oral health therapy. Students must demonstrate behavioural stability to work objectively and professionally in diverse and changing academic and clinical settings.<\/em><\/p><p><em> <\/em><\/p><p><em>Students must be able to:<\/em><\/p><ul><li><em>Be receptive and respond appropriately to constructive feedback.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Manage own emotions and behaviour effectively when dealing with diverse individuals in a variety of (non-) clinical setting.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Communicate effectively with patients, staff and other clinicians in a work and study environment. <\/em><\/li><li><em>Be able to manage personal responses, beliefs or preferences in order to develop effective patient relationships.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Comply with the requirement for student registration with the <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dentalboard.gov.au\/Registration-Standards.aspx\"><em>Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)<\/em><\/a><em>. <\/em><\/li><li><em>Comply with relevant child protection and safety legislation.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><em>Oral health therapy is a profession governed by the Dental Board of Australia. Students must be able to demonstrate their ability to meet the registration standards from the dental board (<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dentalboard.gov.au\/Registration-Standards.aspx\"><em>registration standards<\/em><\/a><em>) and their ability to meet the <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adc.org.au\/sites\/default\/files\/Media_Libraries\/PDF\/Accreditation\/Professional%20Competencies%20of%20the%20Newly%20Qualified%20Dental%20DH%20DT%20OHT_rebrand%20Final.pdf\"><em>professional competencies of the new qualified oral health therapist<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p><p><em>Student demonstrates knowledge of, and understanding of the requirements of ethical behaviour in practice, as described in the different <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dentalboard.gov.au\/Codes-Guidelines\/Policies-Codes-Guidelines.aspx\"><em>policies, codes and guidelines<\/em><\/a><em> from the Dental Board of Australia and the<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahpra.gov.au\/\"><em> Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency<\/em><\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Cognition<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-1\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students must be able to locate, acquire, retain and apply knowledge as part of their learning and for assessment. They must have the ability to sustain their attention over a designated period, maintain their focus in a variety of learning environments and remember information long enough to complete tasks in a reasonable and safe timeframe.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p><br \/><strong><em>Students must be able to:<\/em><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><em>Apply acquired knowledge of policy and procedures in the clinical setting.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Demonstrate the ability to focus on information provided by a patient in order to determine and apply appropriate and safe care in a timely fashion.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><em>Demonstrate the ability to accurately record clinical findings and other observations in relevant clinical notes. <\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-2\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Sensory (visual, auditory, tactile, olfaction)<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-2\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students should possess the ability to interact with visual, auditory or tactile inputs sufficiently to manage their learning environment and to meet professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p><em>Students must be able to:<\/em><\/p><ul><li><em>Observe using multiple inputs (senses) patient symptoms and behaviours, including non-verbal communication, in order to provide effective patient care and safety.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Use sufficient visual acuity to demonstrate the required range of skills, through the performance of relevant tasks and assessments whilst maintaining consistent, accurate and safe care to self and others.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Observe and detect subtle change in teeth and gums. <\/em><\/li><li><em>Perform tactile assessments and observations fundamental to safe and effective oral health and dental practice.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-3\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Strength and mobility<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-3\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Gross motor skills: Students should possess the strength, range of motion, coordination and mobility sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately, professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/>Fine motor skills: Students should possess the manual dexterity and fine motor skills sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately, professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p><em>Students must be able to:<\/em><\/p><ul><li><em>Gross motor skills are needed to maintain own and patient's balance while safely supporting clients with specific special needs into the dental chair.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Safely retrieve and utilise stock and equipment in practice or during oral health promotion events.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><em>Safely and effectively use<\/em><em> equipment and tools to perform dental procedures as they progress through their course and in professional contexts. For example, administering<\/em> <em>local anaesthetics via injection.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Demonstrate sufficient fine motor skills to perform, coordinate and prioritise. This includes being able to grasp, press, push, turn, squeeze and manipulate equipment and\/or individuals to safely perform tasks.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><em>Provide consistent clinical and non-clinical care within a set reasonable and safe<\/em> <em>time frame, that can vary, in clinical or non-clinical settings<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>", "engReq": "", "hasEngReqAlt": true }, "vtacCodes": [{"vtacCode":2100212021,"feeTypeCode":"CSP","specialization":"Oral Health Science (Regional Entry)"},{"vtacCode":2100213611,"feeTypeCode":"CSP","specialization":"Oral Health Science (First Nations Australian Entry)"},{"vtacCode":2100224231,"feeTypeCode":"CSP","specialization":"Oral Health Science"}], "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Oral Health Science, students must complete a total of 360 credit points across 3 years.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab1\" id=\"tab1trigger\" >Year 1<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab2\" id=\"tab2trigger\" >Year 2<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab3\" id=\"tab3trigger\" >Year 3<\/button><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"><div id=\"tab1\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab1trigger\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 1 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab2\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab2trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 2 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab3\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab3trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 3 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from Capstone<\/li> <li><b>90 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-1\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th> Subject name<\/th> <th> Subject code<\/th> <th> Year<\/th> <th> Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU0AIM\" target=\"_blank\">ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU0AIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ABS0WOM\" target=\"_blank\">WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION<\/a><\/td> <td> ABS0WOM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1DSA\" target=\"_blank\">DENTAL SCIENCE A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1DSA<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1DSB\" target=\"_blank\">DENTAL SCIENCE B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1DSB<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1001\" target=\"_blank\">ORAL HEALTH PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1001<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1002\" target=\"_blank\">PRECLINICAL ORAL HEALTH SIMULATED PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1002<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT1RAE\" target=\"_blank\">RESEARCH AND EVIDENCE IN PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT1RAE<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT1RCE\" target=\"_blank\">RURAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT1RCE<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1SKA\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1SKA<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1SKB\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1SKB<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2MDA\" target=\"_blank\">GENERAL MEDICINE A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2MDA<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORH2002\" target=\"_blank\">INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL PRACTICE A<\/a><\/td> <td> ORH2002<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORH2003\" target=\"_blank\">INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL PRACTICE AND HEALTH PROMOTION B<\/a><\/td> <td> ORH2003<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2MED\" target=\"_blank\">MEDICINE FOR DENTISTRY<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2MED<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2002\" target=\"_blank\">PRECLINICAL SKILLS 2A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2002<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2003\" target=\"_blank\">PRECLINICAL SKILLS 2B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2003<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2004\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 2A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2004<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2005\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 2B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2005<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORH3003\" target=\"_blank\">ADVANCED ORAL HEALTH<\/a><\/td> <td> ORH3003<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORH3GPO\" target=\"_blank\">GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES IN ORAL HEALTH<\/a><\/td> <td> ORH3GPO<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT2IEP\" target=\"_blank\">INTEGRATING EVIDENCE INTO PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT2IEP<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORH3004\" target=\"_blank\">INTERDISCIPLINARY HEALTH PROMOTION<\/a><\/td> <td> ORH3004<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORH3005\" target=\"_blank\">PREVENTIVE HEALTH CARE<\/a><\/td> <td> ORH3005<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-6\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-6\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Capstone subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-6\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-6\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Capstone subjects are required subjects in your course or major that help you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you gain to solve real world problems. Capstone subjects are often taken towards the end of your course. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Subject name<\/th> <th>Subject code<\/th> <th>Year<\/th> <th>Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORH3006\" target=\"_blank\">ADVANCED CLINICAL SKILLS<\/a><\/td> <td> ORH3006<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p><strong><em>Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)<\/em><\/strong><br \/>During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the Office of the Provost Placements and WBL Team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.<\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/HBOHSB\" target='_blank'>Bendigo<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Apply evidence-based knowledge to oral health issues and problems<\/li><li>Design, execute and evaluate health-promoting programs that benefit the oral health of individuals and diverse communities<\/li><li>Plan effective and efficient oral health care based on scientific evidence to minimise invasive dentistry<\/li><li>Critically evaluate clinical and behavioural interventions designed to meet the oral health needs of individuals, families and communities<\/li><li>Apply professional ethical standards when working independently and in multi-disciplinary professional oral health practice environments<\/li><li>Communicate effectively with oral and other health professionals, patients and other key stakeholders using a range of relevant communication strategies<\/li><li>Synthesise and critically assess evidence related to professional oral health practice to identify and solve real-life oral health problems<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>After graduation, you could register as an oral health therapist. You could work in dental clinics, community health centres and Indigenous health collectives. You could also work in health promotion, education, research, management and policy development roles.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Oral health therapist<\/strong><ul><li>Provide primary oral health care, including examining and diagnosing dental decay and gum diseases. Provide basic routine dental treatments to patients of all ages, including professional debridement, support behavioural changes, deciduous tooth removal, preventive services and basic restorations\/fillings.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>", "professionalRecognition": "<p>The Bachelor of Oral Health Science is accredited by the Australian Dental Council. Graduates of the Bachelor of Oral Health Science may be eligible to apply for registration with the Dental Board of Australia. Professional registration may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.<\/p>", "fees": { "overview": "Estimated cost per year if studying full time $12,633 <span class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A Commonwealth supported place (CSP) is a place at a university or higher education provider where the government pays part of your fees. This part is a subsidy, not a loan, and you don\u2019t have to pay it back.\">(CSP)<\/span> per 120 credit points.", "showFeeLegislationMsg": false, "amountDescription": "$12,633 (CSP) per 120 credit points.", "essentialRequirementsSelection": "<h4>Equipment<\/h4><p><p>Dentistry equipment and protective clothing at a cost of approximately AUD$2000. These items may be purchased from any supplier and remain the students' personal property.<\/p><\/p><h4>First aid\/CPR certificate<\/h4><p><p>First Aid and\/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Immunisations<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.<br \/><br \/>Depending on a students immunisation history, the overall costs for vaccination may be up to AUD$1030. Students are responsible for all costs incurred. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check. For information please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.service.vic.gov.au\/services\/national-disability-insurance-scheme\" rel=\"nofollow\">Services Victoria<\/a> website. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Police record check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Police Check which is renewed annually. Students will have access to a reduced fee when applying via a La Trobe University provider. For more information on what a police check entails, refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.vic.gov.au\/homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\">Victoria Police<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p><h4>Uniform and badge<\/h4><p><p>Students should allow approximately AUD$150 for a uniform and name badge. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; however La Trobe University branded uniform must be purchased from a university approved vendor. These items remain the student's personal property.<\/p><\/p><h4>Working with Children Check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC). There is no cost for a volunteer WWCC. For more information and costs refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au\" rel=\"nofollow\">Working with Children Check Victoria<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p>", "eligibleForCspLoan": true, "eligibleForErpLoan": false } }, "content": { "atarDistributionReport": { "name": "Bachelor of Oral Health Science", "url": "https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/data\/atar-downloads\/2022\/bachelor-of-oral-health-science-bendigo.pdf", "size": "135.7 KB" } }, "softContent": { "contactCta": { "primaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/consultation.latrobe.edu.au\/", "text": "Book a 1:1 consultation" }, "secondaryCta": { "link": "#contact-us", "text": "Contact us" }, "overwriteHeadline": "<h2>Make an impact with essential oral healthcare<\/h2>\r\n<h3 style=\"color: black;\">Applications open in August<\/h3>\r\n<ul><li>Learn how to provide essential oral healthcare to patients of all ages, from basic routine treatments to preventative services and basic restorations, at Australia's largest rural health school.<\/li><li>Develop your understanding of clinical practice, medicine for dentistry and global perspectives in oral health.<\/li><li>Get real-world experience in clinical placements with the support of experienced clinicians to guide you.<\/li><\/ul>\r\n", "headline": "<p class=\"h2\">Applications open in August<\/p>", "subheadline": "<p>There's never been a better time to build new skills and follow your passion.<\/p>", "contactCallBtn": { "show": true, "link": "tel:1300135045", "text": "Call 1300 135 045" }, "contactConsultBtn": { "show": true, "link": "https:\/\/consultation.latrobe.edu.au", "text": "Book a 1:1 consultation" }, "contactChatBtn": { "show": true, "link": "https://www.latrobe.edu.au/contact/chat", "text": "Live chat" }, "contactAskBtn": { "show": true, "link": "https://www.latrobe.edu.au/contact/question", "text": "Ask a question" }, "howToApplyVtacStatusText": "Apply now", "howToApplyUacStatusText": "Find out how" }, "atarPeriod": "based on the January 2026 ATAR profile", "feeAdditionalDescription": "" } }