Are you considering a dental career in Australia?
The Orientation Training Course (OTC) programs have been designed for overseas educated dentists looking to begin their Australian dental career.
Operating since 1992, the OTC program attracts students from all over the globe who are keen to access an exciting range of educational, social and employment opportunities in the heart of Melbourne – one of Australia’s most vibrant and multi-cultural cities.
Based at Victoria’s leading dental teaching facility, The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne (RDHM), the program provides outstanding opportunities for training and development in a positive and supportive learning environment.
Learn about the Requirements to practice dentistry in Victoria.
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry
Delivered by the University of Melbourne in partnership with Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV), the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry provides overseas educated dentists whose qualifications are not immediately recognised in Australia, with the knowledge and skills required to practice dentistry in Australia. This course offers you the opportunity to practise your skills under the guidance of experienced general and specialist Australian dentists.
Short Courses
Three Short courses are offered by DHSV to assist overseas educated dentists in reviewing and refreshing knowledge and skills prior to sitting the final examination of the Australian Dental Council (ADC). Candidates must have passed the Preliminary Examination to undertake these courses.
Contact us
The Melbourne Orientation Training Course for Overseas Dental Graduates
Postal adress: GPO Box 1273L Melbourne VIC Australia 3001
Street address: 720 Swanston Street, Carlton VIC Australia 3053
Telephone + 61 3 9341 1177
Facsimile +61 3 9341 1111
Email: otc@dhsv.org.au
Quick links
Australian Dental Council (ADC)
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Dental Practice Board of Victoria (DPBV)
Victoria Police (for “Police Checks in Australia” information)
Victorian Department of Justice (for “Working with Children” information)
University of Melbourne (for ‘skills assessment’ information)