Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)

The fully accredited Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) from Charles Sturt University qualifies you to work as an oral health therapist in Australia. As a graduate, you'll help combat the national chronic shortage of oral health professionals, while also making a valuable contribution to the health of your community. 

Oral health practitioners are skilled clinicians who examine and treat diseases of periodontal tissues and teeth. They perform restorative and periodontal care with a primary focus on early diagnosis and treatment. Their role includes the promotion of positive oral health and preventive dental practices in the community. 

Develop your practical skills in our state-of-the-art simulation clinic, dental technology/clinical support laboratory, biodental science learning suite and anatomy teaching facilities. 

Qualified dental therapists are clinicians who examine and treat diseases of the teeth in children, adolescents and young adults. Students are required to purchase dental equipment and instrument kits.

Charles Sturt University developed the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) in cooperation with the Australian Dental Council, the Australian Dental Association, local dentists, oral health practitioners and senior consultants to ensure you graduate with the skills and knowledge for successful practice.