Dentists · Nevada · Continuing education
Nevada Dental CE Requirements for Dentists (2026)
01 In short
- DDS/DMD40 hours every 2 years, including 2 h substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act) (once), 4 h infection control, 2 h controlled substances prescribing, 4 h bioterrorism & emergency preparedness (once); renewal by June 30 in odd-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Nevada DDS/DMD CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 40hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Jun 30, odd yrs
- Reporting
- —
- Renewal deadline
- By June 30 in odd-numbered years
- Accepted credit
- No Board approval needed for: CPR courses; courses approved by ADA (CERP), ADHA or AGD (PACE); nationally recognized dental or medical specialty associations; universities/colleges; Joint Commission-accredited hospitals. Other providers need Board approval
- Online limit
- 50% of hours
- Carryover
- Not allowed.
- Audits & records
- CE audits; keep CE records at least 3 years.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act)SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment) course; proof due at renewal if not yet submitted | 2 | once |
| Infection control | 4 | every renewal |
| Controlled substances prescribingDentists registered to dispense controlled substances: misuse/abuse of controlled substances, opioid prescribing or addiction | 2 | every renewal |
| Bioterrorism & emergency preparednessNew licensees, within 2 years after initial licensure (NRS 631.342) | 4 | once |
| CPR / Basic Life Support certificationCurrent CPR | — | every renewal |
Good to know. At least 30 of 40 hours clinical. Max 50% home/online/self-study, volunteering or journal study. Current CPR required. Moderate sedation/general anesthesia permit: 6 h anesthesia/sedation study every 2 years. Biennial renewal by June 30.
Source: www.dental.nv.gov · NRS Chapter 631 and NAC Chapter 631 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
Which CE courses count for dentists in Nevada?
No Board approval needed for: CPR courses; courses approved by ADA (CERP), ADHA or AGD (PACE); nationally recognized dental or medical specialty associations; universities/colleges; Joint Commission-accredited hospitals. Other providers need Board approval.
How many CE hours do dentists need in Nevada?
40 hours every 2 years.
How do I verify a dentist license in Nevada?
Use the license lookup of the Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners (dental.nv.gov); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
Which CE topics are mandatory for dentists in Nevada?
Substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act) — 2 h (once); Infection control — 4 h (every renewal); Controlled substances prescribing — 2 h (every renewal); Bioterrorism & emergency preparedness — 4 h (once); CPR / Basic Life Support certification (every renewal).
When is the renewal deadline for dentists in Nevada?
Licenses renew by June 30 in odd-numbered years (2 years cycle).