Arizona Dental CE Requirements
Arizona Dental CE Requirements 2026: Complete Guide for License Compliance
Last reviewed: June 2026. Updated for 2025–2026 renewal cycle requirements.
CE HOURS REQUIRED
63
Per renewal cycle
RENEWAL CYCLE
3 Years
Triennial
RENEWAL DEADLINE
Birth Month
Last day
RENEWAL SYSTEM
Online Portal
Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners
Arizona Dental CE Requirements for Dentists
The Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners accepts courses from any provider who is ADA approved.
The Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners accepts NetCE courses. NetCE
Mandatory CE Topics
The following must be completed every renewal cycle for Arizona:
Mandatory Topic |
Hours Required |
|
Opioid Education |
3 hours |
|
Infection Control/Infectious Disease |
3 hours |
|
Ethics or Jurisprudence |
3 hours |
Important notes on mandatory courses:
LIMITATIONS
Many of these terms do not prevent the professional from meeting their CE requirements. AZ
- Dentists no more than 21 hours
- Dental therapists, no more than 18 hours
- Dental hygienists, no more than 15 hours
- Denturists, no more than nine hours
- Retired or Restricted Permit Holder dentists, dental therapists, or dental hygienists, no more than two hours
- Retired denturists, no more than two hours
Who Qualifies as an Approved CE Provider
The provider offering the courses must be a CE Registered Provider licensed by the Board, or a provider approved by the American Dental Association’s Continuing Education Recognition Program (CERP) or the Academy of General Dentistry’s Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE).
Spear Education is an ADA CERP-recognized provider, meaning your CE hours earned through Spear count toward your Arizona license renewal.
Don’t Let Compliance Sneak Up on You
Maintaining your continuing education records is an important part of renewing your Arizona dental license. Courses that are outdated, incorrectly categorized, or obtained through non-approved sources may not satisfy the Arizona Dental Board’s continuing education requirements.
The smartest approach:
- start early
- choose approved providers
- keep meticulous records
Licensees must retain certificates of CE course completion for a period of three renewal periods.
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FAQ
Arizona Dental CE FAQ
How many CE hours do Arizona dentists need to renew their license?
Arizona dentists must complete 63 CE hours every three-year renewal cycle. Your license renews on the last day of your birth month. At least 9 of those hours must cover mandatory topics including opioid education, infection control, and ethics or jurisprudence, with limits on how many hours can come from self-study depending on your license type.
Arizona Dental CE FAQ
Is Spear Education an approved CE provider in Arizona?
Yes. The Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners accepts CE from ADA CERP-recognized and AGD PACE-approved providers. Spear Education holds ADA CERP recognition, so courses completed through Spear count toward your Arizona license renewal. Just make sure to retain your completion certificates, as the Board conducts random audits monthly.
Arizona Dental CE FAQ
What are the mandatory CE topics for Arizona dental license renewal?
Every renewal cycle, Arizona dentists must complete 3 hours each in opioid education, infection control/infectious disease, and ethics or jurisprudence, totaling 9 mandatory hours. These must come from Board-approved providers. Failing to complete mandatory topics can result in course rejection during a Board audit, even with a certificate of completion.
Arizona Dental CE FAQ
How long do I need to keep my Arizona dental CE records?
Arizona licensees are required to retain CE completion certificates for three full renewal periods. The Board conducts random monthly audits, and courses from non-approved sources or missing documentation may be rejected, even if you’ve already renewed your license. Keeping organized records from the start protects you if you’re selected for an audit.
This page is for informational purposes only. Always verify current requirements directly with the Dental Board of Arizona before renewing your license.
