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Melbourne Orientation Course (OTC)

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If you are an international dental graduate looking to work in Australia, then the Orientation Training Course (OTC) programs can help you begin your Australian dental career.

International dental graduates in the Australian workforce

Listen to an interview with Dr Keith Watkins,
Chair of Clinical Examinations, Australian Dental Council.

Keith talks about the assessment processes and outcomes for overseas trained dentists wanting to practise in Australia.

MP3 iconDr Keith Watkins interview - click to listen 7 mins [MP3, 3.4MB]

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The OTC program, (operating since 1992), provides outstanding opportunities for training and development in a positive and supportive environment. The program is based at Victoria’s leading dental teaching facility, The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne (RDHM), which works in partnership with Melbourne University, RMIT University and La Trobe University.

Learn about the Requirements to practise dentistry in Victoria.

Courses

DHSV offers a variety of practical short courses which will assist you in improving your knowledge and skills to help you pass the ACD exam. Candidates must have passed the Preliminary Examination (MCQ) to undertake these courses.

DHSV will also offer a three week lecture program in January 2012.

What courses are offered and how do I apply?

For further information and support:

The Melbourne Orientation Training Course for International Dental Graduates

  • Postal address: GPO Box 1273L Melbourne VIC Australia 3001
  • Street address: The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, 720 Swanston Street, Carlton VIC Australia 3053

Telephone: + 61 3 9341 1177
Facsimile:  +61 3 9341 1111
Email: otc@dhsv.org.au

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