Kentucky dental hygiene CE courses

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

30CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: Biennial license period (KRS 313.030(2)); CE completed during the 2-year licensure period; renewal application attests compliance.

Source: Kentucky Board of Dentistry

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Mandated topics

Topic	Hours	Frequency	Who
Live interactive presentation format (minimum 10h)	10 hours	Every renewal	All dental hygienists
General-supervision registration: 3h live course in identification/prevention of potential medical emergencies	3 hours	Every renewal	All dental hygienists
CPR certification maintained with no more than 30-day lapse (meets/exceeds AHA Guidelines; required)	Certification	Every renewal	All dental hygienists

Live interactive presentation format (minimum 10h) (10 hours, every renewal)

Colgate Oral Health Network — Free CE Course LibraryFree

Colgate Oral Health Network · 1h · live-webinar · AGD PACE (Hosted by Tribune Group, nationally approved PACE provider #355051 (valid through 6/30/2028); also an AADH-approved provider.)

Free200+ free CE units; hours vary by courseView course →

Note: Free account gives access to 200+ CE units — live and on-demand webinars, articles, and podcasts on clinical topics; credit hours vary per course.

Increasing Dental Hygiene ProductivityFreeCE Broker

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.

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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #51392 in the NetCE Kentucky 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.)

$15.00View course →

Note: Course #51680 in the NetCE Kentucky 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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #58904 in the NetCE Kentucky 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.)

$36.00View course →

Note: Course #54680 in the NetCE Kentucky 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.)

$45.00View course →

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

Medication Use 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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #55254 in the NetCE Kentucky catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

General-supervision registration: 3h live course in identification/prevention of potential medical emergencies (3 hours, every renewal)

Allergic Reactions in Dental Patients

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 #58613 in the NetCE Kentucky catalog; $18.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards. Useful for medical-emergency preparedness in the dental office.

Managing Adult Medical Emergencies in the Dental OfficeFreeCE Broker

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.

CPR certification maintained with no more than 30-day lapse (meets/exceeds AHA Guidelines; required) (Certification, 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.

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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #51392 in the NetCE Kentucky 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.)

$15.00View course →

Note: Course #51680 in the NetCE Kentucky 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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #58904 in the NetCE Kentucky 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.)

$36.00View course →

Note: Course #54680 in the NetCE Kentucky 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.)

$45.00View course →

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

Medication Use 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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #55254 in the NetCE Kentucky 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 30-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 Kentucky'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.

Colgate Oral Health Network — Free CE Course LibraryFree

Colgate Oral Health Network · 1h · live-webinar · AGD PACE (Hosted by Tribune Group, nationally approved PACE provider #355051 (valid through 6/30/2028); also an AADH-approved provider.)

Free200+ free CE units; hours vary by courseView course →

Note: Free account gives access to 200+ CE units — live and on-demand webinars, articles, and podcasts on clinical topics; credit hours vary per course.

Managing Adult Medical Emergencies in the Dental OfficeFreeCE Broker

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 ProductivityFreeCE Broker

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.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Kentucky dental hygienists need?

Dental hygienists need 30 CE hours every 2 years.

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

Required topics include: Live interactive presentation format (minimum 10h) (10 hours); General-supervision registration: 3h live course in identification/prevention of potential medical emergencies (3 hours); CPR certification maintained with no more than 30-day lapse (meets/exceeds AHA Guidelines; required) (Certification). See the mandated topics table above for the full list, including who each requirement applies to.

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

Biennial license period (KRS 313.030(2)); CE completed during the 2-year licensure period; renewal application attests compliance.

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

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