Admission Requirements for 8 week Dental Assisting Program

Registration is required to be in-person.

A prospective student interested in the Institution must:

  • Be a high school graduate (high school seniors are eligible to complete an Enrollment Agreement but cannot start class until submitting acceptable proof of high school completion), OR

  • Possess a General Education Development (GED) certificate, OR

  • Possess a Home Study certificate or transcript from a Home Study program that is equivalent to high school level and is recognized by the student's home state. A student who completes a secondary school education in a home school setting may be considered to have received the equivalent of a high school diploma. Texas law exempts home school students from compulsory age requirements.

  • Be 17 years or older (TSBDE requires Registered Dental Assistant applicants to be 18 years of age).

All prospective students must complete the required admissions documents, sign the Enrollment Agreement (must be signed by a parent or guardian if the prospective student is under 18 years of age), and submit the necessary fee(s) stated in the Tuition and Fees section as well as tour the campus.

Students may be required to undergo criminal background checks before being placed in an externship/practicum, clinical or fieldwork rotation or take professional licensing, certification or registration exams. Students are responsible for inquiring with the appropriate agencies about current requirements prior to enrolling in the program of their choice. Students who have prior felony convictions or serious misdemeanors may not be able to complete the externship/practicum, clinical or fieldwork portion of the program, which is a requirement for graduation from the program.

Additionally, students who have prior felony convictions or serious misdemeanors may be denied the opportunity to take professional licensing, certification, or registration exams, or may be denied a license or certification to practice in some states even if the exam is taken and successfully completed. Only applicants who show a real desire to study and whose personal educational background points to enthusiasm to learn will be accepted.

Dallas Academy of Dentistry complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity).

Readmission

The director will determine the eligibility for readmission for any student having been suspended by the school for academic reasons. The director will determine readmission eligibility for any student having been suspended for attendance problems or disciplinary problems. If eligible, the student may reapply at the beginning of the next term. A complete new application procedure will be required as the application will be considered with other applicants who have applied for a particular course.  If accepted, the student will begin at the beginning of the next scheduled term.

Exceptions

A student taking a voluntary leave of absence from the school may re-enter during the next term at the point in the course where leave was taken.  No additional tuition will be required beyond the original contract.  A student not returning during the next term must begin at the beginning of the program and be considered a new student.

Disabilities

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the school does not discriminate on the basis of disabilities. Persons with disabilities should contact the school to determine if their capabilities will enable them to meet the requirements for graduation.

Knowledge of Rules and Regulations

Dallas Academy of Dentistry reserves the right to change any provision or requirements in this catalog at any time without notice. The school further reserves the right to require a student to withdraw from the school for just cause, defined as any cause deemed detrimental to the school or other students, as determined by the school director. Students violating the conduct standards may be suspended by the school director. A suspended student may apply for reinstatement after a one month separation. The decision of the director will be final.