Accelerated Academy | Dental Assisting - Smithfield, VA
Vocational school · Smithfield, VA · reviewed since 2023
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%98+67.8Reliability 31%97+29.8Experts Score= 98Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#7 of 48 dentistsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 87%
5.0★★★★★21 Google reviews · 19 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Accelerated Academy | Dental Assisting - Smithfield, VA at a glance
Reviewers describe the dental assisting program as organized and fast-paced, noting that the ten-week curriculum prepares students for employment through hands-on training and dental terminology. Recurring themes include patient, knowledgeable instruction and a welcoming environment that fosters peer connections. The hybrid format allows students to study independently before weekly clinical sessions. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are positive.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 21 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 21 Google reviews (19 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 29% of reviews.
Most recent review: July 21, 2026.
Service: Dentist serving Smithfield, Virginia.
Data from Google, last updated November 6, 2026.
Score profile vs other dentists
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
This companyDentists median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Accelerated Academy | Dental Assisting - Smithfield, VA: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Accelerated Academy | Dental Assisting - Smithfield, VA: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Accelerated Academy | Dental Assisting - Smithfield, VA: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 39.–
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Star ratings
21 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars21100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 19 written reviews
100%praise
Praise18100%
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Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Staff & attitude844%
Speed & response317%
Would recommend317%
Communication211%
Quality & results16%
Honesty & trust16%
What customers talk about
We read 19 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Aubrey was very helpful with me enrolling back into this course.”
“The fast-paced structure pushed me out of my comfort zone and forced me to grow, not just clinically, but professionally and mentally as well.”
“I would recommend taking this if you want to be prepared and have a better chance at getting a job!”
“I love how my instructor explains things and points out the very important things to know.”
“I’ve had such a great experience, my instructor is the best she has taught me so much in such a short period of time and creates a great learning environment”
“The Smithfield academy is honestly so great, the instructor is very detailed and is so helpful during instructions.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
JJocelyn1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
The program was amazing! I found a job within a short time because of learning the teeth numbers and the common dental terminology. I would recommend taking this if you want to be prepared and have a better chance at getting a job! It looks really good on your resume. The class flies by it doesn’t even feel like ten…
BBrianna4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Brittany Was Perfect! I’m So Thankful She Was Able To Help Me With This Experience
AAivan5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
Aubrey was very helpful with me enrolling back into this course. She was patient and efficient, I appreciate her!
ZZoe3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
AAda1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
I have really enjoyed my experience at Accelerated Academy! This program is very welcoming, success oriented, and organized.
Eericka1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Today is my third day in class and I’m enjoying myself so much! I’m finding myself enjoying the class more than actually begin home and doing the assignments.
Ms Amy , has made class so enjoyable and fun. She truly does make me feel comfortable with learning these new things and made all of us ladies connect and…
The program was amazing! I found a job within a short time because of learning the teeth numbers and the common dental terminology. I would recommend taking this if you want to be prepared and have a better chance at getting a job! It looks really good on your resume. The class flies by it doesn’t even feel like ten weeks. But I’ve made some good connections just by joining the class so I would say the class is a 10/10!
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you for your kind review, congrats on the new job!
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Brianna Mounter4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brianna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Today is my third day in class and I’m enjoying myself so much! I’m finding myself enjoying the class more than actually begin home and doing the assignments.
Ms Amy , has made class so enjoyable and fun. She truly does make me feel comfortable with learning these new things and made all of us ladies connect and feed off of each other, which has made class fun.
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Sharon Knight1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Sharon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have really enjoyed my learning experience with my instructor. She’s very passionate about teaching and very knowledgeable. Doesn’t mind helping or showing hands on examples. Always on time.
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shayla Epps2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews shayla has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I absolutely love this program, the instructor is so sweet and helpful. She makes sure that we do not leave the office confused and is very engaging. 10/10 recommend ✨✨
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Janaee Scott2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Janaee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My experience has been by far one of the best! My instructor is the sweetest and makes it so much easier. So far this experience, has made me leave clinicals feeling more confident each day.
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Alexandra J2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alexandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The hybrid program has been very beneficial to me. Being able to study at our own time and then come into the clinicals once a week to apply the info has really helped my remember the details. The instructor at the clinicals has been very patient, encouraging, and knowledgeable. Have enjoyed the entire process!
