Graduate Dentist
and Oral Health
Therapist Programs

Build a meaningful dental career with Bupa

Get real patient experience, structured support, and the confidence to step into independent practice from day one.

At Bupa Dental, we help patients access quality oral healthcare — while supporting graduates and clinicians to build meaningful, long-term careers.

Across 170+ practices nationwide, we provide the facilities and support that empower clinicians to deliver outstanding care every day.

See how our practices, people and purpose come together to support early-career professionals.

We put you at the heart of healthcare

Our Graduate Programs are designed to support your transition from student to confident clinician. You'll be empowered to make a real difference in the lives of patients while building the skills, relationships, and confidence to thrive — no matter where your practice takes you.

Here at Bupa, you'll be at the centre of our person-first approach to care. That means prioritising patient outcomes, building trusted relationships, and working alongside experienced clinicians who are committed to your growth.

In 2026, we're proud to offer two tailored graduate programs for early-career professionals: one for aspiring Dentists, and one for Oral Health Therapists. Each program is designed to help you gain practical experience, build clinical capability, and find your place in a profession that's about more than teeth — it's about people.

Discover more about why our people love working at Bupa.

Key components of our programs cover:

The components of the program are indicative only and may change. Speak to us about the current program inclusions when you apply for the program.

What will you get from this program?

From day one, you’ll be supported by experienced clinicians, mentors, and educators focused on your development. You’ll build your clinical skills and confidence in real practice settings — with structured learning, regular mentoring, and day-to-day team support.

Our Graduate Programs combine in-person and online training, one-on-one mentoring, and access to Bupa’s national dental network to help you grow and succeed.

As a graduate, you’ll benefit from:

• Structured onboarding
  A comprehensive welcome and orientation experience, including early check-ins with your Practice Manager
  
• Ongoing mentoring and feedback
  Weekly mentoring sessions and quarterly reviews with your clinical support team
  
• Tailored learning and development
  A personalised learning plan, plus CPD workshops, monthly webinars, and guest speakers
• Hands-on clinical experience
  Dentist Program: A year-long clinical case study project, with the opportunity to present your work
  OHT Program: Full-scope practice across prevention, restorative care, orthodontics and more
• Daily team support
  Work alongside experienced dental assistants and clinicians across one or two practices
• Dedicated program support
  Guidance from a Program Manager, Clinical Educator, and Consultant OHT
• Graduate community
  A final graduation event to celebrate your progress and connect with peers

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At Bupa, we care about creating and sustaining a safe and inclusive workplace where our team members feel they belong regardless of gender identity (including how one chooses to express it), ethnicity, disability (physical, mental and/or sensory), sexual orientation, religion or life stage. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.

If you require any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know at the time of your application.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Graduates to consider our programs.

We have a dedicated First Nations Candidate Experience team offering any additional support and guidance in a culturally safe manner, if required.

For more information or to simply yarn with our team, visit our First Nations Careers page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question about your application, our processes or what happens next? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about applying for the Dental and Oral Health Therapist Graduate Programs at Bupa

👉 To find out more, read our FAQ's sheet.

Hear more from our Graduates and our Dentists

From Dental Graduate to confident Clinician: Dr Lucy Lockwood's story.

We were recently featured in Bite Magazine on "Onboarding new dental graduates". Take a read here.