Maryland CE requirements at a glance
- CE hours required
- 30 hours every 2 years
- Renewal timing
- Maryland licenses renew every two years. CE counts over the two-year period that ends December 31 before your renewal.
- Required topics
- Infection control
- Abuse and neglect (every other cycle)
- Implicit bias (one time)
- CPR/BLS
- Required
Maryland requires current CPR/BLS certification to renew a dental hygiene license.
- Self-study and online limits
- Up to 17 hours per cycle can be self-study.
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 Maryland?
Maryland requires 30 hours of CE every 2 years, about 15 hours a year.
What CE topics are required in Maryland?
In Maryland, the required topics are infection control, abuse and neglect (every other cycle), and implicit bias (one time). You also need current CPR/BLS certification.
Is CPR required to renew a dental hygiene license in Maryland?
Yes. Maryland requires current CPR/BLS certification to renew a dental hygiene license.
Can I do all my CE online in Maryland?
Up to 17 hours per cycle can be self-study. Live vs self-study CE, explained
When do dental hygiene licenses renew in Maryland?
Maryland licenses renew every two years. CE counts over the two-year period that ends December 31 before your renewal.
Sources
Last verified August 31, 2026.
- health.maryland.gov /dental/Documents/COMAR/10.44.22.00 Continuing…
- adha.org /licensuremaps
Rules change. Confirm with the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners before you rely on them. Official board site