Michigan dental assisting CE courses

Curated courses matched to Michigan’s dental assistants renewal mandates — with prices, accreditation, and format. Plain listings, no affiliate markup.

36CE hours every 3 yearsBoard-verified 2026-10-06

Renewal: 36 hours earned within the 3-year period immediately preceding relicensure application per R 338.11269(e).

Source: Michigan Board of Dentistry

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Mandated topics

TopicHoursFrequencyWho
Pain and symptom management2 hoursEach 3 yearsRegistered dental assistants
Dental ethics and jurisprudence (incl. delegation of duties)1 hourEach 3 yearsRegistered dental assistants
Infection control (sterilization, PPE, CDC guidelines)1 hourEach 3 yearsRegistered dental assistants

Pain and symptom management (2 hours, each 3 years)

Pain Management in DentistryFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free course on pain assessment, analgesic options, and post-procedure pain control.

Dental ethics and jurisprudence (incl. delegation of duties) (1 hour, each 3 years)

Ethics in DentistryFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free ethics course covering professional conduct and patient-relationship scenarios.

Dental Ethics: Real-World CasesFree

Colgate Oral Health Network · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Case-based ethics course; free account required.

Infection control (sterilization, PPE, CDC guidelines) (1 hour, each 3 years)

Infection Control in the Dental OfficeFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Covers CDC guidelines, sterilization, and PPE for dental settings; free certificate on completion.

Infection Prevention and Control UpdateFree

Colgate Oral Health Network · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free infection prevention refresher with post-test; free account required.

Free options

Accredited free courses. Note: free options rarely cover state-specific mandates — verify each mandate is satisfied.

Pain Management in DentistryFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free course on pain assessment, analgesic options, and post-procedure pain control.

Ethics in DentistryFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free ethics course covering professional conduct and patient-relationship scenarios.

Dental Ethics: Real-World CasesFree

Colgate Oral Health Network · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Case-based ethics course; free account required.

Infection Control in the Dental OfficeFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Covers CDC guidelines, sterilization, and PPE for dental settings; free certificate on completion.

Infection Prevention and Control UpdateFree

Colgate Oral Health Network · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free infection prevention refresher with post-test; free account required.

Caries Risk Assessment and PreventionFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free two-hour course on caries risk assessment and preventive strategies.

Oral Health and Systemic Health ConnectionsFree

Colgate Oral Health Network · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free course on the links between oral and systemic health.

Fluoride Therapies in Preventive CareFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free course on fluoride products and preventive protocols.

Patient Communication for Dental TeamsFree

Viva Learning · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free course on patient communication and case presentation skills.

dentalcare.com Free CE Course LibraryFree

dentalcare.com (P&G) · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Large free library of AGD PACE dental CE courses (typically 1–2 hours each).

Colgate Oral Health Network Free CoursesFree

Colgate · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free dental CE courses from Colgate's professional education platform.

Viva Learning Free Dental CEFree

Viva Learning · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (AGD PACE-approved provider)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free dental CE webinars and on-demand courses; free account required.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Michigan dental assistants need?

Michigan dental assistants need 36 CE hours every 3 years.

What are the mandated CE topics for Michigan dental assistants renewal?

Each renewal cycle: Pain and symptom management (2 hours, Each 3 years); Dental ethics and jurisprudence (incl. delegation of duties) (1 hour, Each 3 years); Infection control (sterilization, PPE, CDC guidelines) (1 hour, Each 3 years).

How do I document my dental assisting CE?

Keep completion certificates for every course — most dental boards audit a sample of renewals rather than collecting hours up front. DANB certificants should also log CE in their DANB account if maintaining certification.

When is the Michigan dental assistants renewal deadline?

36 hours earned within the 3-year period immediately preceding relicensure application per R 338.11269(e).

Disclaimer: CECourse is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any course provider listed on this page. We do not control provider pricing, course availability, content, accreditation status, or board reporting — all of which may change without notice. Course listings are curated for convenience and were last verified on 10-06-2026. Requirements change — always verify current mandates with the Michigan Board of Dentistry. CECourse does not guarantee that any listed course satisfies your specific renewal requirements.