If you are considering an oral health therapist career you should:

• Take secondary school courses in health, biology, chemistry, mathematics
• Apply for work experience in dental clinic
• Have good vision and manual dexterity to perform independent detailed and precise work
•  Have good interpersonal communication
• Be sensitive to the needs of others
• Have good organizational and time management skills
• Enjoy working with others in a team environment
• Be interested in the delivery of oral health care

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Qualifications can currently be obtained by undertaking the three year degree course.

The following courses are available in Victoria:

• Bachelor of Oral Health - University of Melbourne, Melbourne Dental School
  
•  Bachelor of Oral Health Science, La Trobe University, Bendigo