Start Dates & Clinical Observation Deadlines.

Enroll during an open start period and complete your online training before the posted deadlines to meet all clinical observation requirements.

Students must complete all required online modules and meet readiness requirements before beginning clinical observation hours. Students are expected to secure and begin clinical hours at the start of the posted Completion Deadline and complete all required hours by the deadline.

Clinical Observation placement is self-directed and not guaranteed.

Open Start Deadlines

California

Texas

Florida

California

Texas

Florida

Clinical Observation Guidance

1

Enroll

Choose an open start date and complete your online training by the posted deadlines.

2

Complete Online Modules

Work through all required online modules and meet theory completion deadlines.

3

Secure & Begin Clinical Hours

You must secure your clinical site and begin your hours during your completion window. Not to worry, we are here to support you!

4

Complete Your Deadline

Finish all your skills hours by the schedule completion deadline.

Remember:

Clinical observation placement is self-directed and not guaranteed. Our support team is here to assist you.

Common Questions

What is an Externship Completion Deadline?

It’s the specific date range within which you must complete all required externship hours.

Yes. Training and externship requirements may vary by state and even by dental practice. Review your state details for more information.

Yes. Training and externship requirements may vary by state and even by dental practice. Review your state details for more information.