South Dakota dental hygiene CE courses

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

75CE hours every 5 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: License renews annually by July 1, but the 75h CE requirement is measured over a five-year licensure cycle; board's CE guidelines reviewed annually.

Source: South Dakota State Board of Dentistry

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Mandated topics

TopicHoursFrequencyWho
Dental radiography CE (minimum)5 hoursEvery renewalAll dental hygienists

General electives

Fill your remaining hours with these board-accepted courses.

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 South Dakota 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.)

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

Dental Treatment of Pediatric & Adolescent Patients

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.)

Note: Course #52164 in the NetCE South Dakota catalog; $54.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Dental Care for Patients with Disabilities

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 #51914 in the NetCE South Dakota catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Dental Considerations for Older Adult Patients

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 #59564 in the NetCE South Dakota catalog; $45.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

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 South Dakota 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 South Dakota 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 South Dakota 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 75-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 South Dakota'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.

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.

Tobacco 101: A Guide to Working with Nicotine Addicted PatientsFree

DentalCare.com (Procter & Gamble) · 3h · self-paced · AGD PACE (Nationally approved PACE program provider; course expires 04/06/2027.)

Note: Free 3-hour course on how tobacco and nicotine products affect oral health and on guiding patients through cessation; registration required for the test and certificate.

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.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do South Dakota dental hygienists need?

Dental hygienists need 75 CE hours every 5 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics for South Dakota dental hygienists renewal?

Required topics include: Dental radiography CE (minimum) (5 hours). See the mandated topics table above for the full list, including who each requirement applies to.

Are AGD PACE courses accepted for South Dakota 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 South Dakota dental hygienists renewal deadline?

License renews annually by July 1, but the 75h CE requirement is measured over a five-year licensure cycle; board's CE guidelines reviewed annually.

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

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