2 hrs must be related to any one or combination of: (1) infection control/occupational hazards, (2) oral effects of tobacco use, and (3) oral effects of substance abuse. Dentists must complete 3 hrs. drug diversion training/best practices perscribing controlled substances. (This may be waived if dentist did not perscribe controlled sustances during reporting period). Each applicant upon initial licensure shall complete at least 3 hours regarding drug diversion training and best practice prescribing of controlled substances training within one year of receiving his or her initial license from the Board. --- BLS cannot be online unless there is a skills examination w/certified intructor. Class 2 anesthesia certificate holders must complete at least 6 hours of CE and class 3 and class 4 anesthesia permit holders must complete 16 hours CE in specific topic areas defined and which will count toward total hours req. for profession.
Here's what you need to renew your West Virginia Dental license
The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the West Virginia Board of Dentistry. For a more detailed requirements breakdown, please see the board's site.
If you hold Dental licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state's requirements.
West Virginia : Dentist (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
35
Mandatory Hours:
0
Elective Hours:
0
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
Varies
Next Education Due Date:
Varies
Online Info
Online Limitations
A Max. of 50% for supervised self-instruction category (online/HS/Correspondence) and 10% for non-supervised self-instruction (correspondence/HS/online/ for total of 60% approved for HS. ONLY DIFF. IS TESTING MECHANISM must accompany supervised (50%) self-instruction.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
West Virginia Board of Dentistry
Phone:
8779148266
Fax:
3042539454
Website:
http://www.wvdentalboard.org/
Address:
1319 Robert C Byrd Drive PO Box 1447 Crab Orchard, WV 25827
West Virginia : Dentist (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
35
Mandatory Hours:
7
Elective Hours:
28
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
02/01/2027
Next Education Due Date:
01/31/2028
Online Info
NEW! DEA MATE ACT:
Beginning with DEA initial registrations or renewals starting June 27, 2023, all DEA-registered practitioners (with the exception of DVM-only license holders) are required to complete 8 hours of one-time training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
Mandatory Subjects:
- 3 hours - Drug diversion training and best practice prescribing of controlled substances training and training on prescribing and administration of an opioid antagonist
- 2 hours - One or a combination of the following subjects: infection control, oral effects of tobacco use, or oral effects of substance abuse.
Online Limitations
A maximum of 28 hours may be obtained through supervised home-study programs.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
West Virginia Board of Dentistry
Phone:
8779148266
Fax:
3042539454
Website:
http://www.wvdentalboard.org/
Address:
1319 Robert C Byrd Drive PO Box 1447 Crab Orchard, WV 25827
West Virginia : Hygienist (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
20
Mandatory Hours:
2
Elective Hours:
18
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
02/01/2027
Next Education Due Date:
02/01/2028
Online Info
Mandatory Subjects:
- 2 hours - One or a combination of the following subjects: infection control, oral effects of tobacco use, or oral effects of substance abuse.
Online Limitations
A maximum of 18 hours may be obtained through supervised home-study programs.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
West Virginia Board of Dentistry
Phone:
8779148266
Fax:
3042539454
Website:
http://www.wvdentalboard.org/
Address:
1319 Robert C Byrd Drive PO Box 1447 Crab Orchard, WV 25827
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Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It's ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.