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Rhode Island Dental Hygiene license renewal deadline

When dental hygienist licenses come due in Rhode Island, sourced from the official board.

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May 1Verify with board

Every 2 years of even-numbered years

Board wording: On or before May 1 of each even-numbered year, maintain evidence of 20 hours completed in the preceding two years (216-RICR-40-05-2, section 2.7.5). Prorated at an average of 10 hours per year for licenses in effect less than two years.

How this deadline works

Deadline type
Fixed calendar date
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Reporting
Maintain evidence of CE; attest and provide documentation to the Board on request.

Official source: Rhode Island Board of Examiners in Dentistry, 216-RICR-40-05-2 section 2.7.5 (Secretary of State APA filing)

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