Arizona dental hygienist CE/CEU requirements
To renew an Arizona dental hygiene license you need 45 CE hours every 3 years. Here's the full breakdown, mandated topics, delivery limits, and CPR, straight from the board's rules.
The full Arizona requirement
- Total hours
- 45 hours every 3 years
- Category minimums
- Clinical: min 25 hrs · Practice management: max 11 hrs
- Mandated topics
- Infection control: 3 hrs · Ethics: 3 hrs
- Delivery limits
- Self-study ≤ 15 hrs
- CPR / BLS
- Required, must be current
- First renewal
- Exempt
Source: Arizona board ↗ · Last reviewed June 25, 2026.
Arizona dental hygienist CE, FAQ
How many CE hours do dental hygienists need in Arizona?
Registered dental hygienists in Arizona must complete 45 continuing-education hours every 3 years to renew their license.
How often do Arizona dental hygienists renew their license?
Arizona renews dental hygiene licenses on a every 3 years cycle, and CE is measured over a 36-month window.
Does Arizona require CPR for dental hygienist renewal?
Yes. Arizona requires a current CPR/BLS certification that is current at renewal.
What CE topics are required for dental hygienists in Arizona?
In Arizona, beyond the 45-hour total, the board specifies: Infection control: 3 hrs; Ethics: 3 hrs.
How long should I keep my Arizona CE certificates?
Keep your certificates of completion for at least your current renewal cycle and the one before it, most boards can request them in a random audit. A document vault that stores every certificate makes an audit a non-event.
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This summary is provided for convenience and may not reflect the most recent rule changes. Always confirm requirements with the Arizona board before relying on them for renewal.