Alabama dentist CE/CEU requirements
To renew a Alabama dental license you need 20 CE hours every year. Here's the full breakdown, mandated topics, delivery limits, and CPR, straight from the board's rules.
The full Alabama requirement
- Total hours
- 20 hours every year
- Category minimums
- Practice management: max 3 hrs · Insurance Risk Management: max 4 hrs
- Mandated topics
- Opioids: 1 hr · Infection control: 1 hr · Ethics: 1 hr · Sedation: 2 hrs (Holds Active Oral Conscious Sedation Permit)
- Delivery limits
- Live ≥ 10 hrs
- CPR / BLS
- Required, must be current
- Credit sources
- Presenting: 2 CE / credit · VolunteerService: 0.5 CE / credit
Source: Alabama board ↗ · Last reviewed June 25, 2026.
Alabama dentist CE, FAQ
How many CE hours do dentists need in Alabama?
Licensed dentists (DDS/DMD) in Alabama must complete 20 continuing-education hours every year to renew their license.
How often do Alabama dentists renew their license?
Alabama renews dental licenses on a every year cycle, and CE is measured over a 12-month window.
Does Alabama require CPR for dentist renewal?
Yes. Alabama requires a current CPR/BLS certification that is current at renewal.
What CE topics are required for dentists in Alabama?
In Alabama, beyond the 20-hour total, the board specifies: Opioids: 1 hr; Infection control: 1 hr; Ethics: 1 hr; Sedation: 2 hrs (Holds Active Oral Conscious Sedation Permit).
How long should I keep my Alabama 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 Alabama board before relying on them for renewal.