Idaho license renewal

Idaho Dental Hygienist CE Requirements

Idaho dental hygiene CE requirements call for 30 hours of continuing education (CE) every 2 years to renew your license, about 15 hours a year.

You need current CPR/BLS certification.

Last verified August 31, 2026SourcesOfficial board CE rules

CE to renew

30 hoursevery 2 years

About 15 hours a year on average.

Idaho CE requirements at a glance

CE hours required
30 hours every 2 years
Renewal timing
Idaho licenses renew every two years, by March 31 of odd-numbered years.
Required topics
None named. Courses still need to meet the board's content rules.
CPR/BLS
Required

Idaho requires current CPR/BLS certification to renew a dental hygiene license.

Self-study and online limits
Idaho's rules don't cap self-study, and volunteer dental hygiene work can count.

New to CE? Our dental hygienist continuing education guide explains what counts, live vs self-study, and audits.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do dental hygienists need in Idaho?

Idaho requires 30 hours of CE every 2 years, about 15 hours a year.

What CE topics are required in Idaho?

Idaho doesn't name specific CE topics, but you need current CPR/BLS certification. Courses still need to meet the board's content rules.

Is CPR required to renew a dental hygiene license in Idaho?

Yes. Idaho requires current CPR/BLS certification to renew a dental hygiene license.

Can I do all my CE online in Idaho?

Idaho's rules don't cap self-study, and volunteer dental hygiene work can count. Live vs self-study CE, explained 

When do dental hygiene licenses renew in Idaho?

Idaho licenses renew every two years, by March 31 of odd-numbered years.

Sources

Last verified August 31, 2026.

Rules change. Confirm with the Idaho Board of Dentistry before you rely on them. Official board site

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