Mindi L. Tobias

Mrs. Mindi Tobias is a proud Howard native and graduate of Bald Eagle Area who turned her passion for dentistry into a lifelong career—and now, into a meaningful experience for her students. She began her journey through the State College Continuing Education Dental Assisting Program and continued her training at the Greater Altoona CTC, where she completed her Expanded Functions Dental Assisting certification. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Workforce Education from Penn State University.

With nearly three decades of real-world dental experience, Mrs. Tobias brings the classroom to life with hands-on learning, practical skills, and real stories from the field. She stays actively involved in dentistry by working in local offices, volunteering in the community, and continuing her own education—ensuring students are learning the most up-to-date techniques and practices.

Mrs. Tobias holds three national certifications through the Dental Assisting National Board (CDA, CPFDA, and CRFDA) and is a licensed Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) in Pennsylvania. She was recently awarded her ADAA Fellowship.  Her goal is simple: to prepare students with the confidence, skills, and professionalism they need to succeed in today’s dental field.

Outside of the classroom, Mrs. Tobias enjoys spending time with her husband Jack, her three daughters, six grandchildren, and their three dogs. She brings that same sense of care, support, and family into her classroom—creating an environment where students feel encouraged, challenged, and ready for their future

Class time is allotted each day for the Dental Assisting planned class work and hands-on tasks. Occasionally, students may be required to finish reading, complete class work, or do research for assignments and projects at home. Students are required to do clinical work in the CPI Mobile Dental Unit, in the 2nd and 3rd year of the program, beyond regular school hours.

Dental Assisting National Board Radiology Certification.
DANB’s Radiation Health and Safety exam is recognized or required in 21 states. Passing DANB’s RHS exam earns the candidate a certificate of competency and meets state requirements to expose radiographs. 11th or 12th grade- required.
Student Cost: $270.00

Dental Assisting National Board Infection Control Certification
DANB’s Infection Control (ICE) exam is one component of the CDA exam. Passing DANB’s ICE exam earns the candidate a certificate of competency. 12th grade- optional.
Student Cost: $270.00

Healthcare Provider CPR/AED (American Heart Association)
Healthcare professionals learn to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR to victims of all ages, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade- required.
Student Cost: $5.00

OSHA 10-Hour General Industry (Healthcare) /Bloodborne Pathogens/ HIPAA

The OSHA 10-Hour General Industry (Healthcare) training course provides training for entry-level workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in workplaces in healthcare industry. The program also provides information regarding workers’ rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a complaint. Through this training, OSHA helps to ensure that workers are more knowledgeable about workplace hazards and their rights. Students who successfully complete the CareerSafe^® OSHA 10-Hour General Industry (Healthcare) course receive an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry wallet card from the OSHA Training Institute (OTI).  12^th grade- required.

Student cost: $50.00