Dental CE Requirements for Minnesota Dental Professionals
Basic Requirements
Dentists & Dental Therapists:
- Renewal Cycle: Biennial (every 2 years)
- Required Hours: 50 hours
- CPR Certification: Required, must be continuously maintained
- Minimum Classroom Hours: No specific requirement
- Specific Required Topics:
- Infection control course every renewal cycle
- Minimum of 2 courses in specific areas like recordkeeping, ethics, communication, etc.
Dental Hygienists & Licensed Dental Assistants:
- Renewal Cycle: Biennial (every 2 years)
- Required Hours: 25 hours
- CPR Certification: Required, must be continuously maintained
- Minimum Classroom Hours: No specific requirement
- Specific Required Topics:
- Infection control course every renewal cycle
- Minimum of 2 courses in specific areas like recordkeeping, ethics, communication, etc.
Unique Information
Opioid Training:
- One-time requirement for dentists who prescribe controlled substances
- 3 x 1-hour courses provided by Board or Board-approved providers
- Exemption possible for non-prescribers
Cultural Competency:
- Encouraged but not mandatory, Board website offers resources
- Online Courses: Accepted with specific interaction and assessment criteria
Self-Assessment Tool:
- Board offers tool to help licensees identify learning needs
Professional Development:
- Broad definition encompasses CE, peer review, self-assessment, etc.
Reporting Deadline:
- December 31st of the renewal year
CE Broker Platform:
- Available for online reporting and tracking
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