How many CE hours does a Florida Dental Hygienist need to renew?

Florida Dental Hygienist licensees must complete 24 continuing education hours every 2 year(s) to renew their license.

Are there required topics for Florida Dental Hygienist CE?

Yes. Required topics include: Prevention of Medical Errors (2 hours), HIV/AIDS (2 hours). Some topics (Domestic Violence) are periodically required and add hours on top of the total when due.

When is the Florida Dental Hygienist license renewal deadline?

Your license expires on February 28, even years. Renew before that date.

Which board oversees Florida Dental Hygienist licensing?

The Florida Board of Dentistry oversees Florida Dental Hygienist licensure. More information is available at https://floridasdentistry.gov/dental-hygienist-renewal/.

Florida Dental Hygienist CE Renewal Requirements

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Deadline: February 28, 2028

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Required Every Renewal

Prevention of Medical Errors2 hrs

HIV/AIDS2 hrs

Required every renewal. For first-time renewers, this is the only CE required — remaining general CE hours are waived for the first renewal cycle. Covers Florida law, testing, confidentiality, and protocols.

Periodic Requirements

Domestic Violence2 hrs

Required every third biennium. In addition to the 24 required hours — not counted toward them.

General Hours

Elective courses of your choice

20 hrs

Board Notes

First-time renewal: only HIV/AIDS education required — remaining general CE is waived. CPR certification (live course) is required at renewal but does not count toward CE hours.

Accepted Accreditations

American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP)Academy of General Dentistry Program Approval for Continuing Education (AGD PACE)

CE courses from providers approved by these accreditors count toward your Florida Dental Hygienist renewal requirements.

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Data last verified: May 13, 2026