A relaxed, conversational webinar for clinicians exploring teaching pathways
Guest panelists: Tabitha Acret & Amelia Seselja
Are you curious about moving into teaching or education, but unsure where to start?
This warm, accessible panel discussion brings together oral health educators from universities, private education companies, and industry to share how they got started — and what they wish they had known earlier.
If you’ve ever thought “I’d love to teach one day… but I don’t know how to break in”, this session is for you.
In this 60‑minute panel conversation, you’ll gain:
✔ A realistic understanding of how clinicians enter education
✔ Insights into the different pathways: university, private providers, and industry
✔ Lessons learned from people who have walked the path
✔ Encouragement, clarity and simple next steps to get started
✔ A supportive space to ask questions and explore what’s possible
This session is designed to feel approachable, demystifying, and rooted in real experiences.

Dr Melanie Aley is a dental hygienist, educator, researcher and mentor, with a passion for supporting oral health professionals throughout their careers.
In addition to a Bachelor of Oral Health, she has a PhD and Masters in Education, majoring in Career Development, and a Graduate Certificate in Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing in E
Dr Melanie Aley is a dental hygienist, educator, researcher and mentor, with a passion for supporting oral health professionals throughout their careers.
In addition to a Bachelor of Oral Health, she has a PhD and Masters in Education, majoring in Career Development, and a Graduate Certificate in Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing in Education. Mel has enjoyed a diverse career in clinical practice, teaching, research and management.

Tabitha Acret is a dedicated and passionate Dental Hygienist. She studied a Bachelor of Oral Health, completed a Graduate Certificate in Public Health and a Clinical Master's Dental Hygiene .
Tabitha has become one of the most sought-after Hygienists and Educators in Australia and internationally with a fast-growing and loyal customer ba
Tabitha Acret is a dedicated and passionate Dental Hygienist. She studied a Bachelor of Oral Health, completed a Graduate Certificate in Public Health and a Clinical Master's Dental Hygiene .
Tabitha has become one of the most sought-after Hygienists and Educators in Australia and internationally with a fast-growing and loyal customer base of patients, dental professionals and media. She also has a passion for education with students, working as a lecturer at Sydney University as well as a Clinical Educator for implant maintenance and non-surgical periodontal therapy.

Amelia Seselja, the Scientific Affairs and Public Health Manager for Colgate South Pacific, is a passionate advocate for oral health promotion. She holds a Bachelor of Oral Health and a Master of Business Administration.
As an Oral Health Therapist, Amelia has
worked across diverse settings, including general and specialist practice, not-
Amelia Seselja, the Scientific Affairs and Public Health Manager for Colgate South Pacific, is a passionate advocate for oral health promotion. She holds a Bachelor of Oral Health and a Master of Business Administration.
As an Oral Health Therapist, Amelia has
worked across diverse settings, including general and specialist practice, not-for-profit, corporate, and university environments. She has successfully led and overseen the development of oral health frameworks and public health promotion projects across Australia, driven by a deep passion for widening access to preventative dentistry.
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