Dental Hygienists · Nevada · Continuing education
Nevada Dental Hygienist CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- RDH30 hours every 2 years, including 2 h substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act) (once), 4 h infection control, 4 h bioterrorism & emergency preparedness (once); renewal by June 30 in even-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Nevada RDH CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Jun 30, even yrs
- Reporting
- —
- Renewal deadline
- By June 30 in even-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 |
| 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 24 of 30 hours clinical. Max 50% home/online/self-study, volunteering or journal study. Current CPR required. Biennial renewal by June 30.
Source: www.dental.nv.gov · NRS Chapter 631 and NAC Chapter 631 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
How many CE hours do dental hygienists need in Nevada?
30 hours every 2 years.
Which CE courses count for dental hygienists 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.
Is CPR/BLS required for dental hygienists in Nevada?
Yes — current CPR/BLS certification is part of renewal.
When is the renewal deadline for dental hygienists in Nevada?
Licenses renew by June 30 in even-numbered years (2 years cycle).