Bachelor of Oral Health Science

Course Overview 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.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. Key Program Highlights Your scope of practice includes dental therapy treatments to patients of all ages.Note: You'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.You'll learn:Preventive oral healthDevelop your knowledge of preventive, periodontal and restorative procedures.Medicine for dentistryLearn to take a comprehensive medical history, understand its role in safe oral healthcare, and the link between oral and general health.Clinical practiceDiscover how to diagnose and plan care for patients. Improve your communication and treatment skills while learning to manage patients in a clinical setting.Global perspectives in oral healthGain 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.**Subject to government restrictions on international travel.The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7 - Bachelor Degree.