ADC

Updated on 30 Nov 2020

Description : 

The ADC has been gazetted by the Minister for Home Affairs, pursuant to the Migration Act 1958, Migration Regulations amendment 1999, 2.26B, to perform the skills assessment function for migration purposes for the occupation of registered dentist.

Dental prosthetists are required to be assessed by Trades Recognition Australia.

ADC assessment process

The ADC has two types of assessment. These are:

• Assessment of the applicant’s educational background, qualifications including testamur and transcripts, work experience, and professional standing.
• Assessment by written and practical examination of the applicant’s clinical knowledge, clinical judgment, clinical skills, attitudes, and ethics.

Not all applicants are required to undertake both ADC assessments. 

The ADC has standards that apply to assessments. The assessment process consists of:

• measurement of the applicants documents and skills against the ADC standards
• notification to the applicant of the outcome of the assessment
• information regarding review and appeals processes.

Further details relating to each standard are available on the ADC website. 

 

Assessment standards

Standard one

Identity and authority to act (if applicable)

The applicant is able to establish their identity in relation to the documents submitted and give the authority for another person to act on their behalf if desired e.g. migration agent.

The Standard is met when the applicant’s identity is established. 

 

 

Criteria	Assessment of criteria
The applicant must supply one certified colour passport-sized photograph that is no older than three months.	The photograph is certified according to the guidelines.
The applicant must supply a certified copy of a current passport, birth certificate, and citizenship certificate where applicable.	Verification of name and photograph.
A declaration is completed stating that the person applying and all representation within documents are one and the same.	The declaration has been completed.
Documents bear the correct name and other identifying features.	The names match the verified qualifications, or documentation has been supplied to support evidence of a name change, e.g. a marriage certificate.

 

Standard two

Confirmation of education and training

The applicant is able to demonstrate via certified copies of original qualification and transcripts that they have undertaken the required education and training.

The Standard is met when the applicant has a minimum qualification(s) at the required level that is comparable in duration and content to the nationally agreed minimal education standard for the relevant dental practitioner in Australia.

Criteria	Assessment of criteria
A general dentist must hold a dental degree or diploma obtained following at least four years equivalent full-time academic study at a recognised higher education provider.	Certified copies of testamur and transcripts are in the name of the applicant. Transcripts show subjects, total theoretical hours, total clinical hours, course start and completion dates, and examination results. Copies are legible and show all text, letterhead, and signatories.
A dental hygienist or dental therapist must hold a dental hygiene or dental therapy qualification obtained following at least two years equivalent full-time study with a recognised provider.	Certified copies of testamur and transcripts are in the name of the applicant. Transcripts show subjects, total theoretical hours, total clinical hours, course start and completion dates, and examination results. Copies are legible and show all text, letterhead, and signatories.
A dental hygienist/dental therapist must hold a dental hygiene/dental therapy qualification obtained following at least three years equivalent full-time study with a recognised provider.	Certified copies of testamur and transcripts are in the name of the applicant. Transcripts show subjects, total theoretical hours, total clinical hours, course start, and completion dates and examination results. Copies are legible and show all text, letterhead, and signatories.
A prosthetist must hold a prosthetist qualification obtained following at least three years equivalent full-time study with a recognised provider.	Certified copies of testamur and transcripts are in the name of the applicant. Transcripts show subjects, total theoretical hours, total clinical hours, course start and completion dates, and examination results. Copies are legible and show all text, letterhead, and signatories.

 

Standard three

Appropriate work experience and registration history

The applicant is able to demonstrate evidence of registration and good conduct as a dental practitioner.

The Standard is met when the applicant is able to demonstrate that they have met registration/licensure requirements and have practiced in a professionally acceptable manner. 

Criteria	Assessment of criteria
The applicant must supply evidence of the original and the current registration or licensure in the country from which they currently/last worked.	The registration/licensure shows certified evidence of the applicant’s name, date, and a signed statement regarding status e.g. conditions, disciplinary proceedings, other.
The applicant must declare their work history for the past five years to demonstrate recency of practice.	The work history enabled recency of practice to be assessed.
The applicant must list their work experience history and include professional references.	The type and breadth of work including duties and responsibilities is assessed and the professional references support claims.
The applicant arranges for a letter/certificate of good standing to be issued to the ADC.	The letter/certificate is sent directly to the ADC from the current registration authority.

 

Standard four

Hold the requisite clinical knowledge, judgement, skills, competency, and attributes

The applicant is able to demonstrate that they have the professional ability to perform safely in the role of a dental practitioner in Australia.

The Standard is met when the applicant has successfully completed and passed the written clinical knowledge, judgement, attitudes and ethics examination; and, the clinical practical examination.

Criteria	Assessment of criteria
The applicant must pass the written examination.	The applicant has achieved the pass mark in the written examination and has continued to the clinical practical examination.
The applicant must pass the clinical practical examination.	The applicant has achieved a pass mark in each section of the clinical practical examination.

English Requirements :  

	Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking
IELTS Academic	7.0	7.0	7.0	7.0
TOEFL iBT	24	24	27	23
PTE Academic**	66	66	66	66

Fees:

Item	Fee
Dentist
Application for initial assessment of overseas qualified dental practitioner	$610
Renewal of initial assessment of overseas qualified dental practitioner	$250
Written examination	$2,000
Practical examination	$4,500
Dental hygienist, dental therapist, oral health therapist, and dental prosthetist
Application for initial assessment of overseas qualified dental practitioner	$610
Renewal of initial assessment of overseas qualified dental practitioner	$250
Written examination	$1,350
Practical examination	$3,150

Guidelines :
Application Forms:

FAQ 

Contact Details:

Opening hours:

9am – 5pm (AEST), Monday – Friday

Telephone:[phone]

Street address:

Level 6

469 La Trobe Street

Melbourne Vic 3000

Australia

Fax:[phone]

Postal address:

PO Box 13278

Law Courts Vic 8010

Australia