The following requirements are necessary to enroll in the dental assisting course offered by Accelerated Academy:
Age Requirement:
- A person must be 17 years of age or older.
Educational Requirement:
A person must have successfully completed high school or have completed a high school equivalency course and provide one of the following at the time of enrollment*:
- Copy of High School Diploma or Official High School Transcript
- Copy of General Educational Development (GED)
- Copy of High School Equivalency Test (HiSET)
*Students must provide the required proof of education within 14 days or Accelerated Academy will terminate the student’s enrollment (refund policy applies).
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.
Technology requirement:
Students are required to bring their own laptops to class and should have basic operating knowledge of a computer. This course is taught in person; however, academic records, homework, and coursework are presented in the digital Canvas system. Canvas allows students to review lectures, course material, and practice homework outside of classroom hours.
Criminal History:
Criminal history may affect a student’s future ability to be hired in the dental field as every employer has different requirements. Accelerated Academy has the right to refuse enrollment due to criminal history.