Dental Hygienists · Washington · Continuing education
Washington Dental Hygienist CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- RDH15 clock hours every year, including 3 h suicide prevention (once), 2 h health equity (every 4 years); renewal by your birthday.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Washington RDH CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 15clock hours
- Renewal cycle
- 1 year
- Deadline
- Birthday
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By your birthday
- Accepted credit
- Courses offered or authorized by recognized organizations (e.g. WSDA, ADA, NDA, WDHA, ADHA, NDHA and components; AHA, OSHA/WISHA training), institutions of higher learning; distance learning with an assessment counts. Department does not approve specific courses. Practice management max 5 h/year.
- New licensees
- Annual CE applies to each year following the first license renewal.
- Audits & records
- Signed declaration at annual renewal; random audit of up to 25% after renewal.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Suicide preventionOne-time training from the DOH model list, in the first full reporting period after licensure | 3 | once |
| Health equity | 2 | every 4 years |
| CPR / Basic Life Support certificationCurrent BLS for health care providers | — | every renewal |
Good to know. License renews every year on the birthday. Current BLS for health care providers required.
Source: app.leg.wa.gov · WAC 246-815-140, 246-815-145, 246-815-155, 246-815-990 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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How many CE hours do dental hygienists need in Washington?
15 clock hours every year.
Which CE courses count for dental hygienists in Washington?
Courses offered or authorized by recognized organizations (e.g. WSDA, ADA, NDA, WDHA, ADHA, NDHA and components; AHA, OSHA/WISHA training), institutions of higher learning; distance learning with an assessment counts. Department does not approve specific courses. Practice management max 5 h/year.
Is CPR/BLS required for dental hygienists in Washington?
Yes — current CPR/BLS certification is part of renewal.
When is the renewal deadline for dental hygienists in Washington?
Licenses renew by your birthday (1 year cycle).