How many CE hours does a Minnesota Dental Assistant need to renew?

Minnesota Dental Assistant licensees must complete 25 continuing education hours every 2 year(s) to renew their license.

Are there required topics for Minnesota Dental Assistant CE?

Yes. Required topics include: Fundamental Activities (15 hours), Infection Control (? hours).

Is online CE accepted for Minnesota Dental Assistant renewal?

No stated restriction for elective activities

When is the Minnesota Dental Assistant license renewal deadline?

Contact the Minnesota Board of Dentistry to confirm your individual renewal deadline.

Which board oversees Minnesota Dental Assistant licensing?

The Minnesota Board of Dentistry oversees Minnesota Dental Assistant licensure. More information is available at https://mn.gov/boards/dentistry/.

Minnesota Dental Assistant CE Renewal Requirements

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0 of 25 hrs

Deadline: Contact Minnesota Board of Dentistry for specific expiration date (biennial) — verify exact date at board website

Required Every Renewal

Fundamental Activities15 hrs

Minimum 15 of 25 hours must be fundamental activities.

Infection ControlN/A

Course addressing patient safety and health issues required each biennial cycle per Minn. Rules 3100.5100 and chapter 6950.

General Hours

Elective courses of your choice

10 hrs

Board Notes

Professional development hours are tracked over a biennial renewal cycle. Licensees must retain documentation for the current and immediately preceding completed biennial cycle for audit purposes. Contact the Minnesota Board of Dentistry at mn.gov/boards/dentistry for approved providers.

Accepted Accreditations

DANB

CE courses from providers approved by these accreditors count toward your Minnesota Dental Assistant renewal requirements.

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Data last verified: May 8, 2026