Washington dentist CE/CEU requirements
To renew a Washington dental license you need 63 CE hours every year. Here's the full breakdown, mandated topics, delivery limits, and CPR, straight from the board's rules.
The full Washington requirement
- Total hours
- 63 hours every year
- CE window
- Measured over 36 months
- Category minimums
- Practice management: max 21 hrs
- Mandated topics
- Ethics / jurisprudence: 1 hr · Health Equity: 2 hrs · Infection control: 1 hr · Opioids: 3 hrs · Suicide Prevention: 3 hrs
- CPR / BLS
- Required, must be current
- Credit sources
- SelfStudy: 0.5 CE / credit · Presenting: ≤ 21 hrs · Clinical Supervision: ≤ 21 hrs · Volunteer: ≤ 21 hrs · Journal Article Evaluation: ≤ 21 hrs · Book Reading: ≤ 6 hrs · Bls Course: ≤ 3 hrs · Specialty Board Certification: ≤ 62 hrs
Source: Washington board ↗ · Last reviewed June 25, 2026.
Washington dentist CE, FAQ
How many CE hours do dentists need in Washington?
Licensed dentists (DDS/DMD) in Washington must complete 63 continuing-education hours every year to renew their license.
How often do Washington dentists renew their license?
Washington renews dental licenses on a every year cycle, and CE is measured over a 36-month window.
Does Washington require CPR for dentist renewal?
Yes. Washington requires a current CPR/BLS certification that is current at renewal.
What CE topics are required for dentists in Washington?
In Washington, beyond the 63-hour total, the board specifies: Ethics / jurisprudence: 1 hr; Health Equity: 2 hrs; Infection control: 1 hr; Opioids: 3 hrs; Suicide Prevention: 3 hrs.
How long should I keep my Washington 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 Washington board before relying on them for renewal.