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Georgia dental hygiene CE courses

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

22CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: Biennial registration on the renewal date set by the executive director.

Source: Georgia Board of Dentistry

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Mandated topics

TopicHoursFrequencyWho
Scientifically based coursework in actual delivery of dental services (at least 15h)15 hoursEvery renewalAll dental hygienists
Current CPR certification (up to 4h may count toward CE)4 hoursEvery renewalAll dental hygienists

Scientifically based coursework in actual delivery of dental services (at least 15h) (15 hours, every renewal)

Increasing Dental Hygiene ProductivityFree

DentalCare.com (Procter & Gamble) · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider; course expires 10/02/2028.)

FreeView course →

Note: Free 1-hour practice-management course on growing the hygiene department's production; registration required for the test and certificate.

Oral and Maxillofacial Infections

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #54034 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Oral Complications of Diabetes

NetCE · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$18.00View course →

Note: Course #54964 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $18.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Nutrition and Oral Health

NetCE · 6h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$54.00View course →

Note: Course #54121 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $54.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

HIPAA Privacy and Security

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #51141 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

OSHA and Healthcare Facilities

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #51235 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #50003 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Airway Management: Basics for Healthcare Providers

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #50011 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Current CPR certification (up to 4h may count toward CE) (4 hours, every renewal)

BLS for Healthcare Providers (in-person class)

American Red Cross · 4h · in-person · AHA/ARC (AHA or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification; hands-on skills session required.)

$99.00In-person classes typically $85–$120; check local pricingView course →

Note: In-person BLS certification with a hands-on skills session — most dental boards do not accept fully-online CPR for this requirement. Counts toward CE in states that allow it.

General electives

Fill your remaining hours with these board-accepted courses.

Oral and Maxillofacial Infections

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #54034 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Oral Complications of Diabetes

NetCE · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$18.00View course →

Note: Course #54964 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $18.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Nutrition and Oral Health

NetCE · 6h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$54.00View course →

Note: Course #54121 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $54.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

HIPAA Privacy and Security

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #51141 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

OSHA and Healthcare Facilities

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #51235 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #50003 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Airway Management: Basics for Healthcare Providers

NetCE · 5h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #50011 in the NetCE Georgia catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Complete renewal bundles

One purchase covering your full 22-hour renewal — usually cheaper than buying courses individually.

NetCE Design-a-Deal: Dental Hygienist CE BundleBundle

NetCE · 30h · self-paced · AGD PACE + ADA CERP (NetCE is an AGD PACE-approved provider; courses also carry ADA CERP credit. Prices shown on the catalog page without login.)

$135.00Up to 15 hours $67.50 · 16–30 hours $135; covers state-mandate coursesView course →

Note: One purchase covering up to 30 hours including Georgia's mandated topics; bundle pricing shown on the catalog page without login.

Free options

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

Managing Adult Medical Emergencies in the Dental OfficeFree

DentalCare.com (Procter & Gamble) · 4h · self-paced · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider; course expires 06/29/2029.)

FreeView course →

Note: Free 4-hour course on diagnosing and responding to adult medical emergencies in the dental office; registration required for the test and certificate.

Increasing Dental Hygiene ProductivityFree

DentalCare.com (Procter & Gamble) · 1h · self-paced · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider; course expires 10/02/2028.)

FreeView course →

Note: Free 1-hour practice-management course on growing the hygiene department's production; registration required for the test and certificate.

Foundations: Building the Safest Dental VisitFree

CDC (via CDC TRAIN) · 3h · self-paced · ADA CERP (3 free CE hours through the CDC's partnership with the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP).)

FreeView course →

Note: Free CDC training on infection prevention and control fundamentals in dental settings; create a free CDC TRAIN account to launch the course and claim CE.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Georgia dental hygienists need?

Dental hygienists need 22 CE hours every 2 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics for Georgia dental hygienists renewal?

Required topics include: Scientifically based coursework in actual delivery of dental services (at least 15h) (15 hours); Current CPR certification (up to 4h may count toward CE) (4 hours). See the mandated topics table above for the full list, including who each requirement applies to.

Are AGD PACE courses accepted for Georgia dental hygienists renewal?

Yes, in nearly all cases. AGD PACE is the national standard for dental CE and is accepted by almost all state dental boards. Confirm any state-specific mandate wording with the board before purchasing.

When is the Georgia dental hygienists renewal deadline?

Biennial registration on the renewal date set by the executive director.

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

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