At MINT Dental Assistant Academy, we understand the importance of hands-on experience. That's why we require our top-performing graduates to complete a 40-hour externship, either at a dental office of their choice or with MINT Dentistry, one of the fastest-growing dental companies nationwide. *Instructors will select the top 10% and refer them to MINT for an externship.*
Our Internal Externship Program offers real-world exposure under the guidance of experienced dental professionals, helping you become a skilled and confident dental assistant. This is an opportunity you won't want to miss!
The final grade average will be based on the completion of all listed requirements and will be determined by the following grading scale:
A – 90-100
B – 89-80
C – 79-70
F- 69 and below
Grading Policies
Student performance will be evaluated in the following manner:
Assignments 20%
Tests 20%
Quizzes 5%
Hands-on Training 35%
Final Exam 20%
*MDAA ensures students attending the academy graduate with the state-required dental assisting certifications.*
Monday, Jan 19, 2026 (MLK Day)
Monday, May 25, 2026 (Memorial Day)
Monday, Sep 7 – Friday, Sep 11, 2026 (Labor Day Week)
Thursday, Nov 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving)
