Dental Assisting

Accelerated Academy LLC - Burlington ETPL

The Hybrid Dental Assisting Program at Accelerated Academy is designed to prepare students for a career in dental assisting in just 10 weeks through a structured combination of online learning and hands-on clinical training. The program consists of 80 total clock hours, including: 40 hours of online instruction delivered through Canvas; 40 hours of in-person, hands-on clinical training. Flexible Online Learning. Students complete weekly online modules at their convenience prior to attending their scheduled clinical sessions. All course materials are available at the start of the program and include: Instructional videos; Reading materials; Assignments and quizzes; Supplementary learning resources. Each module is designed to build progressively, ensuring a clear and organized learning experience. Students must complete all required coursework before attending their corresponding in-person training session. To ensure mastery of the material, students are required to achieve a score of 100% on all Knowledge Checks and Module Quizzes, with unlimited retake opportunities provided. This approach reinforces comprehension and builds confidence before moving forward. Hands-On Clinical Training. In-person clinical sessions are led by experienced instructors and focus on developing real-world dental assisting skills. Students will receive training in: General chairside assisting; Dental specialties; Radiography procedures. During each session, students rotate through a minimum of three clinical stations that align with the weekly course material. These stations change and progress throughout the program, allowing students multiple opportunities to practice and refine their skills in a supportive environment. Career Preparation & Certification. As part of the program, students will receive Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR training, an essential certification for dental assistants. Additionally, Accelerated Academy provides job interview preparation and career coaching, helping students confidently transition into the workforce. Program Completion. Students who successfully complete all program requirements will be awarded a Certificate of Completion, signifying they have gained the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to pursue employment in the dental assisting field.z

Financial information

Total tuition

$2,594.00

Total required fees

$405.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Burlington

Instructional methods

Hybrid or Blended Program

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

10 Weeks

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

N/A

Credits

80

Clock Hours (Total)

Additional details

Award name

Dental Assisting Certificate of Completion

Education Prerequisites

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Age Requirement:

  • Must be 17 years of age or older at the time of enrollment.

 

Educational Requirement: 

  • Must have successfully completed high school or a high school equivalency course.

 

During the enrollment process, applicants will be asked to certify whether they have obtained a high school diploma, GED, HiSET, or other recognized high school equivalency credential.

 

Applicants who indicate that they have obtained one of the above credentials must complete the following attestation: "I certify that I have graduated from high school or earned a recognized high school equivalency credential, such as a GED or HiSET. I understand that Accelerated Academy may request documentation to verify this information at any time, and I agree to provide such documentation upon request."

 

Applicants who do not possess a high school diploma or recognized high school equivalency credential may qualify for admission through the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test as an Ability-to-Benefit assessment. Applicants will receive testing instructions during the enrollment process and must achieve a score that meets the minimum passing score established for admission and recognized as meeting GED standards: 303 Verbal and 294 Quantitative. 

Educational Requirement for High School Seniors:

High School Seniors may attend the course prior to graduation if they meet the following standards:

  • Must be scheduled to receive his/her high school diploma within six (6) months of the course end date.
  • A letter must be submitted by the student’s high school counselor or administrator verifying the student’s enrollment and anticipated graduation date.
  • Based on Washington requirements, high school seniors that wish to enroll are required to complete an Ability To Benefit (ATB) exam that is approved by the US Department of Education. An exam invitation and instructions will be provided to the student during the enrollment process. The student must achieve a score that is recognized as meeting GED (General Educational Development) Levels in order to be accepted into the program. If the student does not achieve the required score, admission will not be granted. The ATB exam MUST be completed within 14 days of receiving the exam invitation, or the student’s enrollment will be canceled and all monies paid will be refunded. 

 

Is this program approved to train veterans?

No

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Student characteristics

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.