Indiana dental hygiene CE courses

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

14CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: Two-year license period (beginning March 2, 1992, every 2 years thereafter).

Source: Indiana State Board of Dentistry

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Mandated topics

TopicHoursFrequencyWho
Live presentations or live workshops (at least half = 7h)7 hoursEvery renewalAll dental hygienists
BLS certification required each license period (max 2h counted)2 hoursEvery renewalAll dental hygienists

Live presentations or live workshops (at least half = 7h) (7 hours, every renewal)

Viva Learning — Free Live & On-Demand CE WebinarsFree

Viva Learning · 1h · live-webinar · AGD PACE (Nationally approved AGD PACE provider #217544 (approval period 11/1/2025–10/31/2029); also a registered CA Dental Board CE provider.)

FreeFree; hours vary by webinar (typically 1–2 CEU)View course →

Note: Free live-interactive and on-demand CE webinars from expert clinicians; live sessions count as live CE where your board requires it; free account tracks your CE activity.

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.)

Note: Course #50003 in the NetCE Indiana 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.)

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

Controversial Issues in Dentistry

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.)

Note: Course #51392 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Fluoride: A Risk-Benefit Review

NetCE · 1h · 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.)

Note: Course #51680 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $15.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

HIV/AIDS: An Update

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.)

Note: Course #58904 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Caries-Prone Patients: Prevention, Assessment, and Intervention

NetCE · 4h · 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.)

Note: Course #54680 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $36.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Local Anesthetics in Dentistry

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.)

Note: Course #55183 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

BLS certification required each license period (max 2h counted) (2 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 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.)

Note: Course #50003 in the NetCE Indiana 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.)

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

Controversial Issues in Dentistry

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.)

Note: Course #51392 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Fluoride: A Risk-Benefit Review

NetCE · 1h · 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.)

Note: Course #51680 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $15.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

HIV/AIDS: An Update

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.)

Note: Course #58904 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Caries-Prone Patients: Prevention, Assessment, and Intervention

NetCE · 4h · 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.)

Note: Course #54680 in the NetCE Indiana catalog; $36.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Local Anesthetics in Dentistry

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.)

Note: Course #55183 in the NetCE Indiana 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 14-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 Indiana'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.

An Introduction to Substance Use Disorders for Dental ProfessionalsFree

DentalCare.com (Procter & Gamble) · 3h · self-paced · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider; course expires 04/14/2027. Approved by the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry for the mandatory opioid-management CE requirement.)

Note: Free 3-hour course on substance use disorders for dental professionals; Louisiana board-approved for the state's mandatory opioid-management CE requirement.

Viva Learning — Free Live & On-Demand CE WebinarsFree

Viva Learning · 1h · live-webinar · AGD PACE (Nationally approved AGD PACE provider #217544 (approval period 11/1/2025–10/31/2029); also a registered CA Dental Board CE provider.)

FreeFree; hours vary by webinar (typically 1–2 CEU)View course →

Note: Free live-interactive and on-demand CE webinars from expert clinicians; live sessions count as live CE where your board requires it; free account tracks your CE activity.

Management of Pediatric Medical Emergencies in the Dental OfficeFree

DentalCare.com (Procter & Gamble) · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider; course expires 11/16/2027.)

Note: Free 2-hour course on managing medical emergencies in pediatric dental patients; registration required for the test and certificate.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Indiana dental hygienists need?

Dental hygienists need 14 CE hours every 2 years.

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

Required topics include: Live presentations or live workshops (at least half = 7h) (7 hours); BLS certification required each license period (max 2h counted) (2 hours). See the mandated topics table above for the full list, including who each requirement applies to.

Are AGD PACE courses accepted for Indiana 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 Indiana dental hygienists renewal deadline?

Two-year license period (beginning March 2, 1992, every 2 years thereafter).

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

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