Nevada license renewal

Nevada Dental Hygienist CE Requirements

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

Required topics include infection control and bioterrorism (one time). You also 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.

Nevada CE requirements at a glance

CE hours required
30 hours every 2 years
Renewal timing
Nevada licenses renew every two years and expire June 30.
Required topics
  • Infection control
  • Bioterrorism (one time)
CPR/BLS
Required

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

Self-study and online limits
No more than half (15 of 30 hours) can be home study, self-study, or online.

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 Nevada?

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

What CE topics are required in Nevada?

In Nevada, the required topics are infection control and bioterrorism (one time). You also need current CPR/BLS certification.

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

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

Can I do all my CE online in Nevada?

No more than half (15 of 30 hours) can be home study, self-study, or online. Live vs self-study CE, explained 

When do dental hygiene licenses renew in Nevada?

Nevada licenses renew every two years and expire June 30.

Sources

Last verified August 31, 2026.

Rules change. Confirm with the Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners before you rely on them. Official board site

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