๐ฆท Diploma in Dental Assisting 2025/2026 โ University of Peradeniya | Applications Open
The Dental Auxiliary Training School, Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Peradeniya has invited applications from qualified candidates for the Diploma in Dental Assisting for the Academic Year 2025/2026.
If you are interested in building a rewarding career in the dental healthcare sector, this one-year diploma provides an excellent opportunity to gain professional knowledge and practical training.
๐ Important Information
| ๐ Details | ๐ Information |
|---|---|
| ๐ Course | Diploma in Dental Assisting |
| ๐ซ Institution | Dental Auxiliary Training School, Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Peradeniya |
| ๐ Academic Year | 2025/2026 |
| โณ Duration | One Year |
| ๐ฐ Course Fee | Rs. 200,000/- |
| ๐ฎ Application Method | Request the application by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope |
| ๐๏ธ Closing Date | 16 August 2026 |
๐ Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must satisfy one of the following educational qualifications.
โ Option 1
- ๐ Have passed the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination or possess an equivalent qualification.
OR
โ Option 2
- ๐ Have completed a Foundation Course equivalent to SLQF Level 2, and
- ๐ Have passed the aptitude test conducted by the Dental Auxiliary Training School.
OR
โ Option 3
- ๐ผ Have completed three years of acceptable work experience related to Diploma in Dental Assisting as approved by the Board of Management of the Dental Auxiliary Training School.
๐ Age Requirement
Applicants should:
- โ Be not more than 30 years of age on 16 August 2026.
๐ฐ Course Fee
- ๐ต Diploma in Dental Assisting: Rs. 200,000/-
โณ Course Duration
- ๐ One Year
๐ฎ How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a self-addressed stamped envelope to obtain the application form and further details.
๐ Address
Director
Dental Auxiliary Training School
Faculty of Dental Sciences
University of Peradeniya
Peradeniya
Sri Lanka
๐ Application Deadline
โฐ Applications should reach on or before 16 August 2026.
Late applications may not be considered.
๐ Why Choose This Diploma?
- ๐ฆท Professional dental assistant training
- ๐ Conducted by the prestigious University of Peradeniya
- ๐ฉโโ๏ธ Career opportunities in dental hospitals and private clinics
- ๐ Practical and theoretical learning
- ๐ Enhance your healthcare career
๐ Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- ๐ Self-addressed stamped envelope
- ๐ Educational qualification documents
- ๐ชช National Identity Card copy
- ๐ Other documents requested in the application
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
โWho can apply?
Candidates who satisfy any one of the specified educational or professional qualifications.
โWhat is the age limit?
Applicants must not be more than 30 years of age as of 16 August 2026.
โHow long is the course?
The diploma is conducted over one year.
โWhat is the course fee?
The course fee is Rs. 200,000/-.
โWhat is the application closing date?
Applications close on 16 August 2026.
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Source โ Sunday Observer (2026.07.26)
