Are you an AGD PACE Program Provider?

Yes, we are an approved Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit by the Academy of General Dentistry. Acceptance of credits is subject to state board regulations.

How will I get credit toward my license renewal?

After each course is completed, we automatically issue a certificate of completion; if you have multiple licenses, you will receive a separate certificate for each license. We also report all course completions to CE Broker on your behalf.

Are your courses accredited?

Yes! All courses we offer are accredited to count toward license renewal. You can find a full list of our accreditations here.

Are AchieveCE courses convenient?

Absolutely! All of our courses included unlimited attempts with no time limits. They can also be taken on your desktop or mobile device, and in case you prefer to print out a copy, you can do so easily as well. We handle the navigation of your board's renewal requirements for you, and ensure that you receive credit for your work. If you have any questions, we offer easy-access human support 7-days-a-week for any questions you may have.

Do you really offer any free CE courses?

Yes! We offer a few courses at zero cost to you, which can be found here.

What if I'm not happy after purchase?

We are happy to provide a full refund as long as you make the refund request is within 30 days of the initial purchase and the course(s) have not been fully completed such that you have received a certificate or they have been reported to a tracking board. For refund requests, reach out to us at support@achievece.com

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State requirements for California Registered Dental Assistants

Next Renewal Date

Licenses expire every two years on the last day of the license-holder’s birth month; even-year births renew in even years, odd-year births in odd years.

Total Hours Required

25 Hours

Live Hour Requirement

12.5 Live Hours

General Hours

8.5 General Hours

Required Courses

2 units in
California Infection Control
2 units in
California Dental Practice Act
4 units in Basic Life Support (BLS; must be in-person)

Detailed Breakdown

California Dental Assistant Standard Renewal Requirements: California Registered Dental Assistants and permit holders must complete 25 Board-approved CE units every two years, with at least half taken in live or interactive settings and no more than eight units credited per day. Each cycle must include Board-approved 2-unit courses in
California Infection Control
and the
California Dental Practice Act
plus an in-person BLS course (maximum four units). Licenses renew on the last day of the assistant’s birth-month in alternating years, and CE must be earned within the current renewal period.
Dental Board of California

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Live / “In-Person” Hour Minimum: No more than 50 % of the required units may be taken as non-live/self-study courses, so at least 12.5 units must be live, interactive instruction.
Dental Board of California

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General / Elective Hours: All remaining units after the mandatory topics may be in any Board-accepted subject, provided the 50 % live rule is satisfied.
Dental Board of California

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First-time renewal: CE is waived for the first renewal, but RDAs licensed on or after January 1 2010 must complete a Board-approved Pit & Fissure Sealant course before their second renewal.
dbc.ca.gov

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Certification alternative: Registered Dental Assistants must attest to completion of CE requirements at each renewal and retain documentation for three renewal periods for audit purposes.
Dental Board of California

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Infection Control for Dental Professionals: The California Requirement

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