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.
1 hour in any THREE (3) of the 10 mandatory topics: The ten (10) mandatory topics for continuing education activities prescribed by the Commissioner are: Prescribing controlled substances and pain management; Record keeping/risk management,; Infection control; Access to care; HIPAA compliance; Medical emergencies in the dental office (including current training in CPR); Sexual assault and domestic abuse; Cultural competence; Mental health conditions common to veterans; and Diagnostic technology.
Here's what you need to renew your Connecticut Dental license
The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the Connecticut Department of Public Health Dental Licensing. 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.
Connecticut Dental: Dentist (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
25
Mandatory Hours:
5
Elective Hours:
20
Renewal Cycle in Years:
2
Online Info
Roster
No roster required
Connecticut Dental: Hygienist (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
16
Mandatory Hours:
1
Elective Hours:
15
Renewal Cycle in Years:
2
Online Info
1 hour infection control in dental setting
Roster
No roster required
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Other facts and insights about completing your CE
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.