Michigan dental hygienist CE/CEU requirements
To renew an Michigan dental hygiene license you need 36 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
- 36 hours every 3 years
- Category minimums
- Clinical: min 12 hrs
- Mandated topics
- Pain management: 2 hrs · Ethics / jurisprudence: 1 hr · Infection control: 1 hr
- Delivery limits
- Live ≥ 12 hrs · Self-study ≤ 18 hrs
- CPR / BLS
- Required, must be current
- Credit sources
- Presenting: ≤ 10 hrs · Academic credit: 15 CE / credit
Source: Michigan board ↗ · Last reviewed June 25, 2026.
Michigan dental hygienist CE, FAQ
How many CE hours do dental hygienists need in Michigan?
Registered dental hygienists in Michigan must complete 36 continuing-education hours every 3 years to renew their license.
How often do Michigan dental hygienists renew their license?
Michigan renews dental hygiene licenses on a every 3 years cycle, and CE is measured over a 36-month window.
Does Michigan require CPR for dental hygienist renewal?
Yes. Michigan requires a current CPR/BLS certification that is current at renewal.
What CE topics are required for dental hygienists in Michigan?
In Michigan, beyond the 36-hour total, the board specifies: Pain management: 2 hrs; Ethics / jurisprudence: 1 hr; Infection control: 1 hr.
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.