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Membership
Introduction
The NSW Dental Assistants’ (Professional) Association Inc.
is involved in providing courses, seminars and workshops. In other words, education and training and continuing education
opportunities for dental assistants. We are recognised as a registered training organisation for delivering the Certificate III
in Dental Assisting course.
Our Aim
- To promote general recognition of Dental Assistants as health care professionals
- Provide care, support and advice on the needs of members
- To promote and provide a high standard of education and training for dental assistants
- Provide a network of health professionals to share knowledge and experience
- Represent the views of Dental Assistants at official levels
Our Activities
- Registered Training Organisation with VETAB accreditation
- Deliver Certificate III in Dental Assisting – a Nationally recognised training course for Dental Assistants through face to face tuition and a flexible delivery pathway
- Seminars & Workshops on Infection Control, & Occupational Health & Safety in the Dental Clinic
- Convention for Dental Assistants
- Employment register
- In Surgery training and advice
- Monthly Continuing Education/Professional Development courses
- Website access and information
- Newsletter
Benefits of Membership
- Support of your association representing the views & employment conditions of dental staff
- Discounts on all NSW DAA activities
- Quarterly newsletter keeping you updated on dental issues
- Access to website and current issues/forums
- Opportunity to network amongst like professionals on-line & at meetings & seminars
- Full membership has voting rights at Annual General Meeting
- Access to advice and support
- Personal access to our website and members only area
- Above all you will be supporting us in continuing to promote dental assistants (as we have been doing for over 50 years) and have them
recognised as valuable health care professionals
Types of Membership
- Full Professional Membership $70.00pa - Full voting rights, Participation on any committee.
- Associate Professional Membership $35.00pa - No voting rights or committee participation
(The above association is primarily concerned with the education and skilling of dental assistants, not including industrial representation.)
- Industrial advice, representation and support phone 02 9427 6162 for information
The Association values your support and would encourage you to get involved in our professional activities.
Just download, print and complete the form below and send, enclosing cheque or money order or credit card details to the address provided on the form.
Download the Application Form (24k PDF) 
(Requires Adobe Reader)
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News and Events
The Vern-Barnett Award for Dental Assisting Excellence 2010 - This is an opportunity for Dentists and staff to recognise their valued team member and nominate them for this prestigious Award....
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Infection Control Workshop - Vibe Hotel, Sydney - Popular Infection Control Workshop will be held again on Saturday 14th August - 9.00am - 4.30pm at the Vibe Hotel, Sydney There was such a demand for a repeat of our last workshop, we are bringing you once again the opportunity to hear the latest and accurate information from our very experienced and popular presenter - Ms Terry McAuley. ...
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Implant Workshop - Nobel Biocare - Macquarie Park - The Team Approach to Achieving Optimal Implant Results - Saturday 14th August 8.00am - 3.00pm
Nobel Biocare and NSW DAA join together to provide an extensive presentation covering all aspects of how to attain predictable outcomes for today's patients with a strong emphasis on the importance of a team approach and the interaction between clinicians and auxiliary staff....
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Big Day Out for Dental - Friday 10th September 2010 - BIG DAY OUT FOR DENTAL returns - this time at Sydney Convention Centre, Darling Harbour on Friday 10th September 2010 from 9.00am until 5.00pm - Register online now at www.nswdaa.asn.au/bdo10...
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Safety in a Bottle - Saturday 28th August 2010 - Safety in a bottle - looking at hand scrubs, sanitising gels and moisturisers - what should we using?...
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Employment Opportunities - Are you looking for dedicated and professional staff? We have a number of great dental assistants who are looking for positions in a highly motivated team environment. Our clients are experienced dental assistants who demonstrate the highest ethical and professional standards, have a strong background in dental assisting/practice management experience and are seeking to advance their career and experience in quality practices. Please call us on 02 9569 3220....
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The Manual of Dental Assisting 4th Edition - The Manual of Dental Assisting, 4th Edition, is a reference catering for all aspects of dental assisting. It supports, and is aligned to, important Australian government standards. Order your copy now. Full details, visit here....
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Working overseas - Dental Nurses - Are you planning to have a working holiday in exciting London?...
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OH&S in the Dental Setting - The NSW DAA conducts a half day training session addressing the OH&S requirements in Dental Settings and provides a comprehensive handbook to surgeries requiring assistance in formatting policies and "getting started". An online health and safety guide is now also available....
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