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I would like to practise as a dental practitioner in Australia

I would like to complete a skills assessment

I would like information on the accreditation of education programs

I would like information on choosing an accredited dental course

Role of the Australian Dental Council

Formed in 1993, the Australian Dental Council (ADC) is an independent organisation appointed by the Dental Board of Australia (DBA) to conduct assessment and accreditation functions for the dental professions under the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (NRAS).

The ADC is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee under the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. It holds charity status under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission and is funded by a grant from the DBA and fee for service activities.

Latest news

15 February 2019

Practical examination application period for places in May to July 2019

The Australian Dental Council (ADC) is pleased to announce the application period for practical examinations in May to July 2019.

Invitation for tender: preparation for practice

11 February 2019

Invitation to tender for research: Preparation for practice

The Australian Dental Council is calling for research proposals to explore the preparation for practice of newly qualified dental practitioners.&n

Update practical examination application

23 January 2019

Update: April and May 2019 practical examinations

Due to overwhelming interest for practical examination places in April and May 2019, the expression of interest period is now closed.

Frequently asked questions

I’ve changed address. Do I need to let the ADC know?

It is your responsibility to notify the ADC of any changes to your contact information.

If you have changed your contact details, notify us as soon as possible using the Notification of change of contact details form. You can download the form here.

The ADC will not accept responsibility for the non-receipt of correctly addressed emails, correspondence or other communications.

For applicants living in India, Africa or the Middle East, please allow four to six weeks for mail travel to and from Australia.

How do I notify the ADC if I’ve changed my contact details?

You should notify the ADC of any changes to your contact details via the Notification of change of contact details form.

Can I arrange for another person, such as my spouse or migration agent, to act on my behalf and receive information related to my application? This includes information provided via phone, email, and post.

If you wish to nominate another party or person to act on your behalf, and receive information related to your application, both parties are required to complete and return an Authority to act form. Once an authority to act is nominated, only the authority to act will receive ADC communications.

This form must be sent to the ADC by post to retain all the original signatures. The ADC will not accept forms returned via email or fax.

An authority to act remains in force for the period of a single application and any examination associated with it. You will need to submit a new Authority to Act form with each new application.