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Delivered through a 24/7 online learning portal, the course moves from orthodontic foundationsâdiagnosis, biomechanics, and retentionâto advanced topics such as aligner anchorage, extraction planning, virtual tracking, 3D printing and in-house aligner workflows.Participants learn through real clinical demonstrations filmed in Dr Katyalâs practice and gain access to downloadable templates and workflow resources to streamline patient management.
Participating dentists treat their own aligner cases developing skills in risk management, safe practice and interdisciplinary collaboration. Graduates complete the program ready to plan, treat and manage a range of clear aligner cases with predictable, efficient and evidence-based outcomes.
Accreditation – The Graduate Diploma of Digital Orthodontic Treatments is nationally accredited and aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework, awarded by The Digital Orthodontic College (RTO 45506). It involves around 1,200 hours of study over 12 to 18 months, including 400 verified CPD hours, ensuring academic rigour and professional recognition.
 Getting started – You can begin at any time of the year and study at your own paceâfast-track completion or take the full 18 months. The flexible format suits busy dental professionals, offering convenient scheduling without compromising learning quality. With no travel required, you save time and costs while reducing your environmental impact.
Time commitment – The course requires about 7 to 12 hours of study each week, or roughly one hour a day. Half of this time occurs within your own dental practice as you identify and treat clear-aligner patients under guided supervision, allowing you to gain practical experience while you work.
Online learning – Learning is delivered entirely online through a user-friendly E-learning portal accessible 24/7. The program integrates guided training, case-planning support and evidence-based content through videos, lectures and readings. Participants observe and plan a broad range of clear-aligner treatments via group case discussions and in-office video demonstrations.
Modern, Practical & Case-Based approach – The course promotes interactive, case-based learning through group discussions, peer collaboration and reflective activities that reinforce understanding. Progress is supported by short quizzes and assessments to help track growth and maintain accountability throughout your study.
Indivisualised Mentoring – Each participant receives individual 1-to-1 mentoring from Dr Vandana Katyal (Orthodontist) through personalised video sessions and a dedicated chat channel. Ongoing support is available through monthly case-discussion webinars, providing continued learning and exposure to diverse orthodontic scenarios.
Suits all levels of knowledge – Our unparalleled mentoring offers valuable guidance for beginners managing their first aligner cases and delivers deeper insight for experienced clinicians seeking to refine biomechanics, treatment planning and outcomes. The result is a well-structured, evidence-based learning experience that enhances clinical confidence and elevates patient care.
The purpose of the course is to address the needs of registered dental practitioners undertaking simple to moderate orthodontic treatments within their general practice.
Specifically, having completed the Graduate Diploma of Digital Orthodontic Treatments dental practitioners will be able to:
Safely and predictably:
As independent professional practitioners, dentists applying clear aligner and digital technology should demonstrate autonomy, well-developed judgement, adaptability and responsibility for patient outcomes. Since dentists operate independently as professionals, they are accountable for their own outputs, and of managing risk and rectifying any issues that may arise.
Graduates will demonstrate ability to make high level and independent judgements in a range of technical functions in a range of contexts including addressing presenting orthodontic complaints, identifying and addressing potential orthodontic issues in children versus adults and dealing with relapses and concerns. As professionals, graduates are also responsible for research and ongoing maintenance of their own knowledge in their field.
Graduates are required to plan and implement treatments using emerging, digital methods, and selection of the right customised appliances as addressed in units, Evaluate and use digital technologies for orthodontic treatments and Commence and monitor digital orthodontic treatments.
Participants will have access to 3 levels of Orthodontist-led support and mentorship via
Entrants to the Graduate Diploma of Digital Orthodontic Treatments must:
In order to complete this course, you will also need access to:
A participant must be actively practicing as a Dentist or Orthodontist for at least 6-12 months during the enrolment period of this program; to be able to complete the practical and case-based assessments that are required to achieve the competency.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We do not recommend restricted softwares such as Invisalign Go as a suitable aligner portal/software for this diplomaâs learning and assessment requirements.
Dr J Chuang, Dentist, Australia
âThe Australian accredited 10905NAT Graduate Diploma of Digital Orthodontic Treatment offers comprehensive training in the field, gives the candidate the opportunity to do things in a self-paced manner, while getting a personalised 1-on-1 learning experience with Dr Vandana Katyal. It was an excellent choice for me and gave me the flexibility to get the well-designed training done in my own time frame. I would strongly recommend the course to any practitioners who is looking to up-skill themselves with a no-compromise high quality course, while also having to juggle between busy practices and family schedules.â
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This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and apply information about digital orthodontics to own practice.
It requires knowledge of sources of evidence-based research about orthodontic practice, different types of digital orthodontic treatments, current and emerging evidence-based theories and current and emerging technologies for diagnosing, planning, monitoring and delivering digital orthodontic treatments. It includes comparison between traditional and digital orthodontic treatments and their benefits and disadvantages.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to undertake orthodontic diagnostic examination and record taking procedures as the basis of comprehensive orthodontic diagnosis. Examinations are both extra and intra-oral and include intra-oral (three-dimensional) 3D scanning, cephalometry and photography.
It requires the ability to diagnose malocclusion, with clinical examination using records as a supplement or to confirm the findings.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required make a substantiated diagnosis for a presenting orthodontic complaint based on examinations and patient interactions, and then to prepare and refine treatment plans based on that analysis. It also involves the skills to communicate ethically and effectively with patients and agree on a finalised treatment plan.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to evaluate and use digital technologies for digital orthodontic treatment planning and monitoring.
It requires ability to apply knowledge of clear aligner material and biomechanics to create the most appropriate plan for the patient.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prevent and correct problems of the growth of jaws, abnormal soft tissue habits and the eruption of teeth for growing children.
It requires the ability to apply knowledge and understanding of facial growth and optimal timing for orthodontic or dentofacial orthopaedic treatment in children.
This unit describes the performance evidence, skills and knowledge to treat patients and monitor progress against expectations using clear aligners or other customised digital orthodontic appliances. It requires the ability to apply specialised knowledge of the benefits and limitations of clear aligner technologies and therapies and related biomechanics and attachment protocols.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify the need for a multidisciplinary approach to patient treatment, make referrals, and communicate effectively with other dental and medical specialists to facilitate holistic patient care. Treatments from other dental and medical professionals may include oral surgery, restorative dentistry and treatments to manage facial disharmony. The unit also involves undertaking teeth movement to facilitate other dental treatments.
