Ohio dental assisting CE courses

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

2CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 2026-10-06

Renewal: 2-year cycle for dental radiation technology CE under OAC 4715-12-05 (effective 5/30/2025).

Source: Ohio Board of Dentistry

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Mandated topics

Topic	Hours	Frequency	Who
Dental radiation technology	2 hours	Each 2 years	Certified dental x-ray machine operators / Dental Assistant Radiographers

Dental radiation technology (2 hours, each 2 years)

Radiation Health and Safety for Dental Assistants

The DALE Foundation · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (DANB affiliate; AGD PACE-approved)

$75.00View course →

Note: From DANB's affiliate; built around radiation health and safety competencies for dental radiography roles.

Dental Radiography: Techniques and SafetyFree

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

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free course on radiographic technique, safety, and image quality.

General electives

Fill your remaining hours with these board-accepted courses.

Dental Anatomy Review

The DALE Foundation · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (DANB affiliate; AGD PACE-approved)

$50.00View course →

Note: From DANB's affiliate; refresher on dental anatomy and terminology.

Free options

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

Dental Radiography: Techniques and SafetyFree

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

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free course on radiographic technique, safety, and image quality.

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 Ohio dental assistants need?

Ohio dental assistants need 2 CE hours every 2 years.

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

Each renewal cycle: Dental radiation technology (2 hours, Each 2 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 Ohio dental assistants renewal deadline?

2-year cycle for dental radiation technology CE under OAC 4715-12-05 (effective 5/30/2025).

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 Ohio Board of Dentistry. CECourse does not guarantee that any listed course satisfies your specific renewal requirements.

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