University of Otago Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology (PGDipCDTech)
University of Otago

University of Otago

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology (PGDipCDTech)

Dunedin, New Zealand

Diploma

1 year

English

Full time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology (PGDipCDTech) focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in dental technology. This program is designed for those looking to specialize in creating dental appliances and prosthetics, enhancing both patient care and clinical practices.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles as clinical dental technologists, dental technicians, or educators within dental technology. They may also find opportunities in private practices, hospitals, and educational institutions, enhancing their contribution to oral health care.

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology (PGDipCDTech)

The Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology (PGDipCDTech) is a one year full-time course involving formal education, teaching and clinical practice held at the Faculty of Dentistry in Dunedin.

The Program, which includes three papers (DTEC 401 Complete Denture Prosthodontics, DTEC 402 Partial Denture Prosthodontics, and DTEC 403 Dental Health), is for dental technicians who wish to obtain training in Clinical Dental Technology and is designed to enable graduates to practise clinical procedures safely and restore the dentition using either complete or removable dentures.

There is also the option to study this Program part-time over two academic years. The part-time Program attendance model requires a minimum of 2 days per week attendance on campus at the Faculty of Dentistry in Dunedin. In addition, there is an initial orientation week and attendance is required for end of year examination/s at the University of Otago (Dunedin).

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