Hawaii dental hygienist CE/CEU requirements
To renew an Hawaii dental hygiene license you need 20 CE hours every 2 years. Here's the full breakdown, mandated topics, delivery limits, and CPR, straight from the board's rules.
The full Hawaii requirement
- Total hours
- 20 hours every 2 years
- Category minimums
- Clinical: min 11 hrs
- Mandated topics
- Ethics: 2 hrs
- Delivery limits
- Self-study ≤ 8 hrs
- CPR / BLS
- Required, must be current
- Credit sources
- Presenting: ≤ 2 hrs
- First renewal
- Prorated by months licensed
Source: Hawaii board ↗ · Last reviewed June 25, 2026.
Hawaii dental hygienist CE, FAQ
How many CE hours do dental hygienists need in Hawaii?
Registered dental hygienists in Hawaii must complete 20 continuing-education hours every 2 years to renew their license.
How often do Hawaii dental hygienists renew their license?
Hawaii renews dental hygiene licenses on a every 2 years cycle, and CE is measured over a 24-month window.
Does Hawaii require CPR for dental hygienist renewal?
Yes. Hawaii requires a current CPR/BLS certification that is current at renewal.
What CE topics are required for dental hygienists in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, beyond the 20-hour total, the board specifies: Ethics: 2 hrs.
How long should I keep my Hawaii 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 Hawaii board before relying on them for renewal.