Illinois Dental Hygiene CE audits & penalties

What happens if a dental hygienist misses CE requirements in Illinois, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Hygienist licenses expire September 30 every 3 years. Practicing or offering to practice on an expired license is unlicensed activity and grounds for discipline. Expired licenses may be restored on payment of the required fees and proof of CE compliance.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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