Montana dental hygiene CE courses

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

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

Renewal: CE earned per 3-year cycle (2015 baseline) prior to renewal; CE compliance affirmed at each annual license renewal.

Source: Montana Board of Dentistry

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Mandated topics

TopicHoursFrequencyWho
Fluoride agents, topical oral anesthetics, or nonsystemic oral antimicrobials — 3hRequiredEvery renewalAll dental hygienists
Limited Access Permit (LAP) holders — +12 additional CERequiredEvery renewalLimited Access Permit holders
Current CPR, ACLS, or PALS card — required (internet courses accepted only w/ hands-on competency evaluation)CertificationEvery renewalAll dental hygienists

Fluoride agents, topical oral anesthetics, or nonsystemic oral antimicrobials — 3h (Required, every renewal)

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 Montana catalog; $15.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Limited Access Permit (LAP) holders — +12 additional CE (Required, every renewal)

CE Zoom — Free Live Dental CE WebinarsFree

CE Zoom · 1h · live-webinar · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider #373236 (approval period 1/1/2024–12/31/2027).)

FreeFree live webinars; hours vary by sessionView course →

Note: Free sponsor-supported live CE webinars across clinical topics; live attendance counts as live-interactive CE where your board requires it.

Geriatric Dentistry: Before You Call 911Free

DentalCare.com (Procter & Gamble) · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider; course expires 12/28/2028.)

Note: Free 2-hour course on safely managing older adult and medically complex patients; registration required for the test and certificate.

Behavioral 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 #56804 in the NetCE Montana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Fillers for Facial Aging

NetCE · 10h · 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 #50201 in the NetCE Montana catalog; $90.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Oral Pathology Review

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 #58664 in the NetCE Montana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Oral Cancer and Complications of Cancer Therapies

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 #50684 in the NetCE Montana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

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.)

Note: Course #54034 in the NetCE Montana 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.)

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

Current CPR, ACLS, or PALS card — required (internet courses accepted only w/ hands-on competency evaluation) (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.

Behavioral 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 #56804 in the NetCE Montana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Fillers for Facial Aging

NetCE · 10h · 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 #50201 in the NetCE Montana catalog; $90.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Oral Pathology Review

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 #58664 in the NetCE Montana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Oral Cancer and Complications of Cancer Therapies

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 #50684 in the NetCE Montana catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

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.)

Note: Course #54034 in the NetCE Montana 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.)

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

Complete renewal bundles

One purchase covering your full 36-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 Montana'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.

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).)

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.

CE Zoom — Free Live Dental CE WebinarsFree

CE Zoom · 1h · live-webinar · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider #373236 (approval period 1/1/2024–12/31/2027).)

FreeFree live webinars; hours vary by sessionView course →

Note: Free sponsor-supported live CE webinars across clinical topics; live attendance counts as live-interactive CE where your board requires it.

Geriatric Dentistry: Before You Call 911Free

DentalCare.com (Procter & Gamble) · 2h · self-paced · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider; course expires 12/28/2028.)

Note: Free 2-hour course on safely managing older adult and medically complex patients; registration required for the test and certificate.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Montana dental hygienists need?

Dental hygienists need 36 CE hours every 3 years.

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

Required topics include: Fluoride agents, topical oral anesthetics, or nonsystemic oral antimicrobials — 3h (Required); Limited Access Permit (LAP) holders — +12 additional CE (Required); Current CPR, ACLS, or PALS card — required (internet courses accepted only w/ hands-on competency evaluation) (Certification). See the mandated topics table above for the full list, including who each requirement applies to.

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

CE earned per 3-year cycle (2015 baseline) prior to renewal; CE compliance affirmed at each annual license renewal.

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

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