Information About Our Program

Accreditation

Accredited by the esteemed Washington Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board, our program is a beacon of excellence and quality in dental assistant education. Rest assured, your educational journey is supported by a strong foundation of credibility and excellence.

Program Structure

Unlock the doors to a comprehensive and blended curriculum that seamlessly integrates online learning with invaluable in-person sessions.

Your pathway consists of:

• 10 Remarkable Weeks: A fast-tracked, intensive program designed to catapult you into your new career.
• Flexible Scheduling: Classes convene once a week, on Saturdays, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, accommodating your unique needs and schedule.
• Hands-on Experience: Dive deep into real-world dental assisting practices with engaging laboratory and operatory exercises.

Blended Learning Experience

Harness the power of online and offline worlds:

• Online Convenience: Engage with 25 hours of captivating online content, accessible anytime, ensuring flexibility and convenience.
• In-Person Mastery: Revel in 80 immersive in-person hours, fostering a space for practical mastery and enriched learning experiences.

Admission Criteria

Our doors are open to passionate individuals ready to soar. Here are the only requirements:

• Age: students should be over 18 years of age.
• Educational Qualifications: a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Career-Ready Certifications

Graduate with a prestigious certificate enabling you to apply to the Washington Board of Dentistry as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), marking a monumental step in your career trajectory.

Along with your DANB (Dental Assisting National Board] radiology and Basic Life Support (BLS) certificates.

Robust Support System

We stand by you, not just as educators, but as unwavering supporters of your dream:

• Job Application Assistance: Benefit from personalized coaching, resume crafting, and remarkable interview preparation.
• Salary Negotiation Skills: Arm yourself with essential negotiation strategies to secure rewarding compensation packages.

Dental Assisting

Course Outline

Meet The Team

Dr. Esi A. Quaidoo D.D.S

Dr. Quaidoo provides clinical, consultant and expert services where her

expertise gleaned from over three decades in dentistry, brings impeccable

views and judgements on the clinical care of patients, assessment of the

management of patients, and the delivery of dental services. In addition ,

her specialized skills as a Business Owner, Writer, Speaker, Educator,

Trainer, Author , Dental Expert Witness, and Professional Coach provide

added value which can be utilized in many professional and personal

settings.



Dr. Quaidoo was born and raised in Ghana, West Africa and grew up in a

family of philosophers, teachers, and musicians.

She immigrated to the US from Canada in 1985 where she pursued a double major

in Biology and Chemistry. She was on track to graduate with ‘Summa cum laude’

distinction when she accepted early admission to Dental School . She obtained her

Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Washington School of Dentistry in

Seattle, Washington in 1989 and has resided in the State of Washington ever since.

She is married with two wonderful children.

‘Dr Q’ as she is popularly called, has a quiet yet powerfully amicable disposition

and loves to connect with people. She derives great joy empowering her patients and

clients, and drawing out their best attributes. She is of the firm belief that life is

about choices and choosing a positive outlook on life is fundamental to a fulfilling

existence. She strives at excellence at every opportunity as evidenced by numerous

awards and honors throughout her academic career.

Dr. Quaidoo enjoys reading Metaphysical and Philosophical Books when she is not

practicing dentistry, as well as linguistics, classical piano, music, traveling , public

speaking and writing. She has authored a number of articles and a couple of books

and her literary works include “Exquisite Smile, your radiance from within” and

“Stress Management and the Smile Factor”. Dr. Q loves to help. She is the founder

and executive director of the Aquarian Centers for Smile and Life Mastery

(ACSLM), and the former Tender Touch Dental Foundation, Washington

nonprofits organized to restore smiles and transform lives in under served areas,

locally and abroad.

Tammy Sergeeff, Instructor

Tammy is a lifelong resident of Washington and has dedicated over 30 years to the dental field working in different capacities in both the front and back office. Tammy can single-handedly run an entire dental office with her vast skillset and experience. Her passion lies in forming strong relationships and also cosmetic dentistry, where she finds great satisfaction in witnessing the transformative impact on patients' smiles and confidence. Outside of work, She enjoys spending quality time with her family, as well as knitting, crocheting, reading, and caring for her birds.

Jenna Helnore, FSD FQHC Program, Manager / RDA

Jenna got her RDA certification in 2005 and has worked in different capacities in the dental field for close to 20 years. She has served in supervisory roles with many dental teams in many work environments. She has also served and continues to serve in consultancy roles with the Health Department and Health Care Authority. When she is not working, you will find her spending quality time with her family and pursuing her many passions.

Sarah Arthur, Program Manager

Sarah Arthur was born and raised in Washington state and is the Office Manager for Smile Matters Inc. and the Administrative Coordinator for the Smile Matters Training Institute. She has worked with the office for over 10 years in different capacities. Prior to her Management role at Smile Matters, she worked in the entertainment industry for several years in coordinator-level positions. At WarnerMedia and NBCUniversal, Sarah worked in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion departments where she supported talent development pipeline programs. As an alumna of the NBCUniversal Page Program, the Television Academy Foundation internship program, and the Emma Bowen Foundation Summer Fellowship Program, Sarah is constantly learning and challenging herself. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Film Studies from Pepperdine University and loves creative pursuits, traveling and experiencing different cultures.

Cade Scott, Enrollment Officer

As enrollment officer, Cade’s not only the first person you’ll talk to when you call Smile Matters Training Institute, but he’s also the person who will help connect you with the right resources and information to get started on your new career path.

Cade just recently acquired his Master of Fine Arts from the University of Arkansas where he taught college courses and helped students prepare and apply to their first jobs out of college. He is passionate about helping others reach their goals and execute the vision they have for their future.

Cade and his wife, Emily, have one daughter: Faye. In his free time, he enjoys screenplays, going on walks with Emily and Faye at the local park, and, when he’s feeling extra ambitious, grilling.

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