The Dental Assistants' Professional Association

04/08/2026

🦷 Thinking about getting qualified but not sure you can afford it?

NSW Smart and Skilled funding may mean your Certificate III in Dental Assisting costs you little to nothing.

DAPA is now accepting Expressions of Interest for:

🎓 HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Delivered as a flexible workplace traineeship, so you keep working while you study. And once you have your Cert III, the door opens to:

🎓 HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

✔ Nationally recognised qualification
✔ Train while you work, no need to leave your practice
✔ Government funding may significantly reduce or remove the cost
✔ Delivered by DAPA, Australia's peak body for dental assistants

💡 Visit our website to learn more: https://secure.dapa.asn.au/home/

*Funding details are on the application.
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31/07/2026

This Dental Health Week, let’s shift the focus. Instead of just repeating standard brushing tips, let’s be the inspiration that gets patients to lock in their next recall appointment BEFORE they walk away.

Why is locking in that appointment right now so critical?
🔒 It stops patients from ignoring recall reminders months down the track.
🔒 It catches minor, painless conditions early.
🔒 It prevents small issues from turning into painful—and financially overwhelming—emergency treatments later!

How you can lead the charge this week:

1️⃣ Grab the official ADA resources: Head to teeth.org.au to download posters, pull-up banners, and social tiles for your clinic.
2️⃣ Be an active advocate: Display the materials prominently and start the conversation chairside.
3️⃣ Drive the recall: Challenge your team to get every patient booked in for their next check-up before they leave the chair.

Are your practice recalls on top of their game? Let’s work together to protect our patients’ health and their wallets! 🦷💙

Dental Health Week is the Australian Dental Association's annual oral health campaign, which takes place in 2026 from 03 August to 09 August 2026.

31/07/2026

Missed the live webinar? We've got you covered. 🎥

If you couldn't join us live or you'd like to revisit the session, you can now watch Bowie Dick or Helix? Understanding the New AS5369 Requirements on demand.

If you couldn't join us live or you'd like to revisit the session, you can now watch Bowie Dick or Helix? Understanding the New AS5369 Requirements on demand.

In this practical webinar, Chris Jobson shares clear, evidence-based guidance to help dental practices understand the January 2026 AS5369 amendment and confidently apply the correct sterilisation testing protocols.

Watch now to learn:
✔️ What changed in AS5369 Amendment 1
✔️ The difference between Bowie Dick and Helix testing
✔️ How to determine the right testing approach for your practice
✔️ Practical guidance you can apply immediately

Access the recording today via the link below >>
https://go.savemymarketing.com/N6X179

28/07/2026

Tomorrow's the day! 📣

If you've been meaning to register, this is your reminder.

Tomorrow evening, Chris Jobson will break down one of the biggest compliance updates affecting dental practices and answer the question many teams are still asking:

Bowie Dick or Helix?

Join us for a practical, evidence-based session covering:

✔️ What changed in AS5369 Amendment 1
✔️ When to use a Bowie Dick test and when to use a Helix test
✔️ How to confidently apply the correct testing protocol in your practice

Don't miss your opportunity to learn directly from one of the experts who helped write the amendment.

📅 Tomorrow – Wednesday, 29 July
🕡 6:30pm – 7:30pm AEST
💻 Free live webinar

Register now via the link below >>
https://go.savemymarketing.com/N6X179

22/07/2026

Only one week to go! ⏰

The January 2026 changes to AS5369 have left many dental practices asking the same question:

Should we be using a Bowie Dick test, a Helix test... or both?

If you're looking for practical, evidence-based guidance-not conflicting opinions-this webinar is for you.

Join Chris Jobson from Matrix Dental Services, one of the technical experts who helped write the AS5369 amendment, as he explains exactly what changed, why it changed, and what your practice needs to do moving forward.

Whether you're a Dental Assistant, Practice Manager, dentist or practice owner, you'll leave with greater confidence in your sterilisation testing processes.

📅 Wednesday, 29 July
🕡 6:30pm - 7:30pm AEST
💻 Free live webinar

Secure your place today via the link below >
https://go.savemymarketing.com/N6X179

16/07/2026

Has your practice updated to the latest sterilisation testing requirements?

The changes to AS5369 Amendment 1 came into effect in January 2026, but many dental teams are still looking for practical guidance on what they mean day to day.

In this free webinar, Chris Jobson from Matrix Dental Services will walk you through the changes, explain the new testing requirements and answer the questions dental practices are asking.

You'll learn:
✔️ What changed under AS5369 Amendment 1
✔️ The difference between Bowie Dick and Helix testing
✔️ How the updated requirements impact your daily sterilisation routine
✔️ How air removal and steam pe*******on devices work in practice

📅 Wednesday 29 July 2026
🕡 6:30-7:30 pm (AEST)

Whether you're a dental assistant, practice manager or practice owner, this is a practical session designed to help you stay up to date and confident with the latest standards.

Register now: https://go.savemymarketing.com/N6X179

10/07/2026

Whether you are looking to advance your own career or upskill your team, our Skillset delivers the exact practical competencies needed in the modern lab. We are officially enrolling for these three essential units:

🔹 HLTDET001: Construct Models
Build the foundational skillset required for all successful dental laboratory work. This hands-on unit teaches students how to properly receive, verify, and transform patient maxillary and mandibular jaw impressions into highly accurate physical models.
🔹 HLTDET005: Construct Thermoformed Bases and Appliances
Master the essential laboratory techniques required to produce high-quality, custom dental appliances. This practical unit provides dental professionals with hands-on skills to interpret precise work orders, safely operate thermoforming machinery, and adapt specialized materials to create perfectly fitted oral appliances.
🔹 HLTDET016: Design Digital Dental Restorations and Appliances Using CAD
Embrace the future of dental technology by mastering the industry's leading digital design workflows. This unit empowers you to transform digital impressions and intraoral scans into high-precision designs.

👇 Spaces are limited. Click on the link below: https://lnkd.in/gcNTW2YV

10/07/2026

Would you know the answer? 🤔

Since the AS5369 Amendment 1 came into effect in January 2026, one question has been causing confusion in dental practices across Australia:

Should you be using a Bowie Dick test, a Helix test... or both?

If you're unsure, you're not alone.

Join Chris Jobson from Matrix Dental Services, one of the technical experts who helped write the AS5369 amendment, as he breaks down exactly what changed, explains the evidence behind the new requirements, and gives you practical guidance you can confidently apply in your practice.

You'll walk away with a clearer understanding of:
✔️ What changed with AS5369 Amendment 1
✔️ When to use a Bowie Dick test and when to use a Helix test
✔️ How to confidently apply the correct testing protocol in your practice

📅 Wednesday, 29 July
🕡 6:30pm - 7:30pm AEST
💻 Free live webinar

🔗 Register now via the link below: https://go.savemymarketing.com/N6X179

09/07/2026

🦷 There are plenty of places you could study. But there's only one association that represents you.

DAPA has been the peak body for Dental Assistants across Australia for over 40 years. We advocate for the profession, support our members and deliver training that reflects what the industry actually looks like on the ground.

When you train with DAPA, you're not just ticking a box. You're learning from educators with real clinical experience, within a program built by people who genuinely understand what Dental Assistants need to succeed.

Our July intake for:
🎓 HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting..is now open.

✔ Nationally recognised qualification
✔ Train while you work - no need to leave your practice
✔ Experienced, industry-led trainers and assessors
✔ Flexible delivery - classroom, distance, or blended
✔ Ongoing support throughout your studies

Employers know DAPA. They know what this qualification means. And that matters when you're job-ready and looking to grow.

Places for our July intake are limited - don't wait.

📲 Learn more → https://secure.dapa.asn.au/home/

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