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Dental Assistants

Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation

Dental Assistants prepare patients for dental examination and assist Dental Practitioners, Hygienists and Therapists in providing care and treatment.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
-21%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
3%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong

The skills that Dental Assistants need

Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
  • Teamwork
  • Digital engagement
  • Writing
  • Reading
  • Learning
  • Problem solving
  • Oral communication
  • Planning and organising
  • Initiative and innovation

Course and Training for this occupation

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Where are people currently employed?

Region

South Australia - South East

Employed

237

1 Year Change

-22%

5 Year Change

-2%

Region

South Australia - Outback

Employed

44

1 Year Change

-28%

5 Year Change

0%

Region

Barossa - Yorke - Mid North

Employed

81

1 Year Change

-22%

5 Year Change

8%

Region

Adelaide - West

Employed

303

1 Year Change

-23%

5 Year Change

24%

Region

Adelaide - South

Employed

295

1 Year Change

-22%

5 Year Change

-18%

Region

Adelaide - North

Employed

379

1 Year Change

-15%

5 Year Change

-15%

Region

Adelaide - Central and Hills

Employed

416

1 Year Change

-24%

5 Year Change

41%

Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia