California dentistry CE courses

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

50CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: Biennial license renewal cycle.

Source: Dental Board of California

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Mandated topics

Topic	Hours	Frequency	Who
Infection control (California-specific), 2 hours	2 hours	Every renewal	All dentists
California Dental Practice Act, 2 hours	2 hours	Every renewal	All dentists
Schedule II opioid prescribing, 2 hours	2 hours	Every renewal	All dentists
BLS, up to 4 hours, with live/in-person skills component	4 hours	Every renewal	All dentists
Non-live CE, maximum 50%	25 hours	Every renewal	All dentists
General anesthesia permit holders: 24 hours anesthesia-related CE	24 hours	Every renewal	Sedation/anesthesia permit holders

Infection control (California-specific), 2 hours (2 hours, every renewal)

Infection Control for Dental Professionals: The California Requirement

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 #58584 in the NetCE California catalog; $18.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards. Fulfills California's 2-hour infection-control requirement.

California Dental Practice Act, 2 hours (2 hours, every renewal)

The California Dental Practice Act

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 #51294 in the NetCE California catalog; $18.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards. Fulfills California's 2-hour Dental Practice Act requirement.

Schedule II opioid prescribing, 2 hours (2 hours, every renewal)

Responsibilities & Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioid Drugs

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 #55290 in the NetCE California catalog; $18.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards. Fulfills California's 2-hour Schedule II opioid prescribing requirement.

BLS, up to 4 hours, with live/in-person skills component (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.

Non-live CE, maximum 50% (25 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.

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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #51914 in the NetCE California 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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #59564 in the NetCE California 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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #56804 in the NetCE California 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.)

$90.00View course →

Note: Course #50201 in the NetCE California catalog; $90.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

General electives

Fill your remaining hours with these board-accepted courses.

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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #51914 in the NetCE California 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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #59564 in the NetCE California 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.)

$45.00View course →

Note: Course #56804 in the NetCE California 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.)

$90.00View course →

Note: Course #50201 in the NetCE California catalog; $90.00 price shown without login. AGD PACE credit is accepted by almost all state dental boards.

Complete renewal bundles

One purchase covering your full 50-hour renewal — usually cheaper than buying courses individually.

NetCE Design-a-Deal: Dentist 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 California'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.

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.)

FreeView course →

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.

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.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do California dentists need?

Dentists need 50 CE hours every 2 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics for California dentists renewal?

Required topics include: Infection control (California-specific), 2 hours (2 hours); California Dental Practice Act, 2 hours (2 hours); Schedule II opioid prescribing, 2 hours (2 hours); BLS, up to 4 hours, with live/in-person skills component (4 hours); Non-live CE, maximum 50% (25 hours); General anesthesia permit holders: 24 hours anesthesia-related CE (24 hours). See the mandated topics table above for the full list, including who each requirement applies to.

Are AGD PACE courses accepted for California dentists 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 California dentists renewal deadline?

Biennial license renewal cycle.

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

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