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Fall 2024
Course Runs 10 Weeks
Weekly Classes
Saturdays at 8AM
Registration Process
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Apply for Course
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Reserve A Seat
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Complete Enrollment
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Seats Available
About This Course
Accelerated Academy’s 10-week hybrid dental assisting program combines the flexibility of online learning with essential hands-on training. Students complete ten online modules and assignments at their own pace, within a set timeframe, while attending one four-hour, in-person clinical session each week for personalized instruction from experienced dental assisting instructors. Multiple clinical session options may be available depending on location, ensuring greater flexibility. This 80-hour program provides a well-rounded, accessible, and convenient path to launching a career in dental assisting.
What You'll Earn
- Dental Assisting Certificate of Completion
- CPR/BLS Certification
- Dental Radiography Certificate of Completion
What Sets Our Program Apart?
- 10 Week Course
- Hybrid Curriculum
- Self-Paced Online Learning Modules
- In-Person Clinical Sessions (4 hours on Saturday)
- Career Guidance
- Customizable Payment Plans
**Note: Accelerated Academy will prepare students to become a DA1. After 3000 hours of chairside dental assisting with a licensed dentist, our students will be able to transition to a DA2.
Tuition
Registration:
$3,079.00
Enroll from January 16 - September 13.
Payment Methods
Option 1 - Pay in Full
Total tuition payment is paid at time of registration.
Option 2 - Custom Payment Plan
The custom payment plan at Accelerated Academy is designed to provide students with financial flexibility in paying for the program. The plan allows for the total cost of the program to be divided into manageable payments over a set period. A $300 fee is required to set up a custom payment plan, and this fee is incorporated into the total program cost. The terms and duration of the payment plan will be tailored to the student's needs, with the amount and schedule of payments agreed upon in advance. This arrangement ensures that students can focus on their education while maintaining financial ease and stability throughout their studies. By enrolling early, students can take full advantage of reduced payment amounts while securing their spot in the program.
Enrollment Process
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Submit Application
Tell us some basic info to check your qualifications.
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Reserve a Seat
Pay $200 deposit to claim your spot in this course.
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Sign Paperwork
Make it official by signing your Student Agreement.
Dentist
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Dr. Amit Ganglani
- Dr. Ganglani has practiced dentistry for over 15 years!
- Dr. Ganglani passionate about giving back to the community and often volunteers with North Carolina Missions of Mercy.
- Fresh Dental Hickory boasts hundreds of 5 star-reviews on Google!
- Accelerated Academy is so excited to have hosted our first semester with Fresh Dental in January of 2023!
Accelerated Academy, LLC, is licensed by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges, 5001 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699 (919) 807-7061. The North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges is not an accrediting agency. Our radiology course is also approved by the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners, www.ncdentalboard.org.
Class Schedule Classes happen weekly on Saturdays at 8AM.
Online Module 1: Welcome & Orientation / BLS/CPR
In-Person Session 1: Orientation Overview & CPR Certification
In-Person Session 1: Orientation Overview & CPR Certification
Online Module 2: Intro to Dental Assisting, Anatomy & Sterilization
In-Person Session 2: Clinical Basics: Dental Anatomy, Chairside Skills, and Sterilization
Online Module 3: Dental X-Rays
In-Person Session 3: Radiography: X-Ray Techniques & Image Identification
Online Module 4: Impressions
In-Person Session 4: Hands-On: Impression & Scanning Techniques, Radiography Practice
In-Person Session 4: Hands-On: Impression & Scanning Techniques, Radiography Practice
Online Module 5: Dental Decay & Restorative Procedures
In-Person Session 5: Composite Procedures, Matrix Setup, & Full-Mouth X-Rays
Online Module 6: Crowns & Custom Restorative Procedures
In-Person Session 6: Advanced Skills: Restorative Fabrications, & Radiography Practice
Online Module 7: Types of Dentistry
In-Person Session 7: Root Canal Procedures, Patient Care Techniques, Radiographic & Impression Proficiency
Online Module 8: Advanced Dental Procedures
In-Person Session 8: Oral Surgery, Prosthetics & Radiography Techniques
Online Module 9: Dental Office Basics
In-Person Session 9: Patient Management, Instrument ID & Documentation
Online Module 10: Final Review & Exams
In-Person Session 10: Final Practical Exam & Graduation Celebration
In-Person Session 10: Final Practical Exam & Graduation Celebration
Entrance Requirements
To enroll, a person must be 17 years of age or older. Those students who meet the educational requirement listed below, but are not yet 18 MUST have a guardian signature on enrollment agreement to be eligible to enroll.
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 Official High School or College Transcript
- Diplomas are unacceptable according to North Carolina Admission Requirements.
- Copy of General Educational Development (GED) transcript, or
- Copy of High School Equivalency Test (HiSET)
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; AND
- High school seniors (or anyone that cannot provide a completed high school/college transcript) that wish to enroll will be 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 onboarding status will be canceled and all monies paid will be refunded.
Accelerated Academy requires all students to provide proof of prior education as a precondition for enrollment. To secure their place in the program, students must submit a deposit; however, students will remain in an “onboarding” status until all required enrollment documents, including transcripts, are received and verified.
Conditional Enrollment & Documentation Deadline
- Onboarding Status – Students who have paid a deposit but have not yet submitted all required enrollment documents will remain in an onboarding status. During this period, students are not formally enrolled, will not have access to coursework, and cannot participate in clinical training.
- Transcript Submission – Students must provide a copy of their final transcript or complete an Ability to Benefit exam before they can be formally enrolled within 14 days of beginning the enrollment process.
- Failure to Provide Documentation – Students who fail to provide the required documentation within the specified time frame will not be permitted to continue in the program. Any tuition paid will be refunded 100%.
By enforcing this policy, Accelerated Academy ensures compliance with state regulations and maintains the integrity of its admissions process.
Technology requirement:
Students are required to have a working computer and reliable internet access, and should have basic operating knowledge of a computer. The lecture portion of this course is taught online through the Learning Managements Software, Canvas. Students will review online modules, lectures, course material, and complete all assignments in Canvas. Students have access to all academic records including grades, progress, transcripts, and if successful in the program, their certificate of completion.
Clinical Session Materials:
Students are required to bring either a laptop, tablet, or smartphone to EVERY clinical session in order to complete the weekly clinical session skill check assignment. If the student would like to take any additional notes during a clinical session, they are encouraged to bring a folder, notepad, pen, pencil, or other materials to support the in-person learning experience.
Recommended Textbooks:
"Modern Dental Assisting" by Doni Bird and Debbie Robinson (11th, 12th, or 13th edition). Available on Amazon or through Elsevier Publishing (www.evolve.elsevier.com). Textbook is not required.
Recommended Educational Guide:
"Dental Instruments: A Pocket Guide" by Linda R. Bartolomucci Boyd. Available on Amazon or through Elsevier Publishing (www.evolve.elsevier.com).
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.
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