How long is the Dental Assisting Program?

The Smile Squad Academy Dental Assisting Program is 10 weeks long and combines online coursework with hands-on lab training in Waldorf, Maryland.

When does registration open?

Registration for the next Dental Assisting Program cohort opens on November 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM EST. Seats are limited to 6 students per class.

Where are the lab sessions held?

All hands-on lab sessions are held at our Waldorf, Maryland campus located inside Toothsome Dental at 3350 Middletown Rd, Suite 107A.

Do I receive a certificate after graduation?

Yes. Graduates earn a Certificate in Dental Assisting General Duties recognized in Maryland.

Is financial aid available?

Smile Squad Academy does not currently participate in federal financial aid programs. However, we offer flexible payment plans and limited scholarships for eligible students.

How big are the class sizes?

To ensure individualized instruction and hands-on experience, each class is limited to just 6 students per cohort.

Will my certification transfer to other states?

After completing the program, graduates are eligible to pursue DANB national exams. Certification and licensing requirements vary by state, but DANB credentials are widely recognized across the U.S.

Does Smile Squad Academy help with job placement?

Yes. Our Career Support Team connects students with local dental offices and provides resume coaching, interview prep, and job placement assistance.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 11-14-2025
Located in Waldorf, Maryland

Smile Squad Academy (“we,” “our,” “the Academy”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website (www.MySmileSquad.com), enroll in our program, communicate with us, or interact with our digital systems, including our AI digital avatar Dani.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information

Name
Address
Phone number
Email address
Date of birth
Emergency contact information
Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)
Information submitted on enrollment forms
Education background (if voluntarily provided)

B. Automatically Collected Data

When using our website or digital platforms, we may collect:

IP address
Cookie data
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited and actions taken

C. Student Records

If you enroll, we collect:

Attendance records
Academic progress
Externship participation
Certifications earned

This information may be required to comply with Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) and Maryland Board of Dental Examiners regulations.

D. AI Interaction Data

When interacting with our AI digital avatar Dani, we may collect:

Chat/session content
Questions asked
Support requests

This data is used to improve our services and provide support.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process enrollment and payments
Provide program instruction and communication
Maintain academic and attendance records
Support student services and externship placement
Improve website functionality
Provide responses via Dani (our AI assistant)
Comply with Maryland educational regulatory requirements
Send updates, notifications, and reminders

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your information.

We may share limited data with:

Payment processors
Approved instructors and staff
Clinical externship partners
State educational regulators (when required by law)
Technical service providers who support our website, CRM, and AI systems

All partners are required to protect your information.

4. Media, Photos, and Video Recordings

Smile Squad Academy may capture photos, videos, and audio recordings during lab sessions and instructional activities. These recordings may be used for internal training, educational demonstrations, social media content, and external marketing purposes.
Students who do not wish to appear in marketing materials may opt out by contacting us in writing at [email protected] before the start of their cohort.

5. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, etc.) to improve user experience and measure marketing effectiveness.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your information.
No online system is 100% secure, but we maintain industry-standard protections.

7. Your Rights (Maryland Residents)

You may request:

Access to your data
Correction of inaccurate information
Deletion of certain information
Changes to marketing preferences

Email [email protected] with your request.

8. Children Under 16

Our program is intended for adults 18+.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors under 16.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed.
Changes will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

Smile Squad Academy
3350 Middletown Rd
Waldorf, MD 20603
[email protected]