District of Columbia dentist CE/CEU requirements
To renew a District of Columbia dental license you need 30 CE hours every 2 years. Here's the full breakdown, mandated topics, delivery limits, and CPR, straight from the board's rules.
The full District of Columbia requirement
- Total hours
- 30 hours every 2 years
- Mandated topics
- Infection control: 2 hrs · Ethics: 1 hr · Cultural competency: 2 hrs · Public Health Priorities: 3 hrs · Opioids: 2 hrs
- CPR / BLS
- Required, must be current
- Credit sources
- Presenting: ≤ 50% · Academic credit: 15 CE / credit · PostgraduateFullTime: ≤ 13 hrs · PublishedBook: ≤ 25 hrs · PublishedPaper: ≤ 5 hrs · PublishedReviewOrAbstract: ≤ 2 hrs
- First renewal
- Exempt
Source: District of Columbia board ↗ · Last reviewed June 25, 2026.
District of Columbia dentist CE, FAQ
How many CE hours do dentists need in District of Columbia?
Licensed dentists (DDS/DMD) in District of Columbia must complete 30 continuing-education hours every 2 years to renew their license.
How often do District of Columbia dentists renew their license?
District of Columbia renews dental licenses on a every 2 years cycle, and CE is measured over a 24-month window.
Does District of Columbia require CPR for dentist renewal?
Yes. District of Columbia requires a current CPR/BLS certification that is current at renewal.
What CE topics are required for dentists in District of Columbia?
In District of Columbia, beyond the 30-hour total, the board specifies: Infection control: 2 hrs; Ethics: 1 hr; Cultural competency: 2 hrs; Public Health Priorities: 3 hrs; Opioids: 2 hrs.
How long should I keep my District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia board before relying on them for renewal.