CE for Hygienists
California Dental Practice Act
California Dental Practice Act
Online CE Course
2 CE Hours | $20 | Approved by the Dental Board of California
Table of Contents
- Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
- What You'll Learn
- About the Instructor
- Compliance & Accreditation
- FAQs
Course Overview
This 2-hour course on the California Dental Practice Act (CDPA), presented by Biologix Solutions LLC, fulfills the mandatory continuing education requirement for California-licensed dental professionals. Approved by the Dental Board of California (Course ID: 02-5003-25002), this course covers laws and regulations that affect daily dental practice, licensure, ethics, scope of practice, and reporting responsibilities.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the legal scope of practice for dental professionals in California
- Review licensure and license renewal procedures
- Learn about laws on prescription writing and CURES compliance
- Identify unprofessional conduct and disciplinary actions
- Understand mandatory reporting requirements
- Explore ethical principles and how to apply them in clinical practice
What You'll Learn
- Scope of dental practice and supervision requirements
- Controlled substances and the role of CURES
- Dental Board citations, fines, license suspensions, and revocations
- Ethics, professionalism, and recent legal updates
- Mandatory reporter status and responsibilities
- Requirements for license renewal every two years
About the Instructor
Dr. Thomas Karginis, DMD is a general dentist with over 25 years of clinical experience. His focus is on guiding California dental professionals in understanding the practical implications of the Dental Practice Act.
Compliance & Accreditation
- Provider: Biologix Solutions LLC
- CE Hours: 2 hours
- Cost: $20 per participant
- Format: Online self-study + post-test (PDF certificate issued upon completion)
- Approved By: Dental Board of California (RP 5003) and AGD PACE (ID# 352738)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Who needs to take the California Dental Practice Act course?
- All California-licensed dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants must complete this 2-hour CE course every two years for license renewal.
- Is the course approved by the Dental Board of California?
- Yes. It is approved under Course ID 02-5003-25002 and provided by RP 5003 – Biologix Solutions LLC.
- How long do I have to complete the course?
- Participants can take the course at their own pace. Completion requires passing a post-test to earn the CE certificate.
- What format is the course offered in?
- The course is fully online and self-paced, including a digital manual, training material, and an exam.
- Does this count toward my total CE requirement?
- Yes. The 2 CE hours count toward the 50-hour (dentists) or 25-hour (hygienists/assistants) renewal requirement.
- Do I receive a certificate?
- Yes, a printable certificate in PDF format is emailed upon successful completion of the course and post-test.