How many CE hours do dentists need in New Jersey?

Dentists in New Jersey must complete 40 CE hours every 2 years. Biennial renewal due October 31 of odd-numbered years (November 30, 2025 was an exceptional grace period).

New Jersey Dentistry CE requirements

Dentist — license renewal requirements, sourced from the official board.

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Renewal: Biennial renewal due October 31 of odd-numbered years (November 30, 2025 was an exceptional grace period).

Required categories

Electronic/distance learning (maximum 20 hours)

Ethics and New Jersey dental law (1 hour)

Hands-on CPR (3 hours)

Infection control (2 hours)

Pharmacology and internal medicine (3 hours)

Prescription opioids (1 hour)

Details

Reporting

Self-report on renewal application; retain certificates for audit.

40 hours per biennium with 10 mandatory hours across the listed categories. No more than 20 hours may be earned through electronic/distance learning.

Official source: New Jersey State Board of Dentistry

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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