Michigan dentist CE/CEU requirements
To renew a Michigan dental license you need 60 CE hours every 3 years. Here's the full breakdown, mandated topics, delivery limits, and CPR, straight from the board's rules.
The full Michigan requirement
- Total hours
- 60 hours every 3 years
- Category minimums
- Clinical: min 20 hrs
- Mandated topics
- Pain management: 3 hrs · Ethics / jurisprudence: 1 hr · Infection control: 1 hr · Implicit bias: 3 hrs · Human trafficking: 1 hr · Opioids: required course
- Delivery limits
- Live ≥ 20 hrs · Online ≤ 50% · Self-study ≤ 10 hrs
- CPR / BLS
- Required, must be current
Source: Michigan board ↗ · Last reviewed June 25, 2026.
Michigan dentist CE, FAQ
How many CE hours do dentists need in Michigan?
Licensed dentists (DDS/DMD) in Michigan must complete 60 continuing-education hours every 3 years to renew their license.
How often do Michigan dentists renew their license?
Michigan renews dental licenses on a every 3 years cycle, and CE is measured over a 36-month window.
Does Michigan require CPR for dentist renewal?
Yes. Michigan requires a current CPR/BLS certification that is current at renewal.
What CE topics are required for dentists in Michigan?
In Michigan, beyond the 60-hour total, the board specifies: Pain management: 3 hrs; Ethics / jurisprudence: 1 hr; Infection control: 1 hr; Implicit bias: 3 hrs; Human trafficking: 1 hr; Opioids: required course.
How long should I keep my Michigan 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 Michigan board before relying on them for renewal.