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 Dist. of Columbia Dental Hygienists

Next Renewal Date

Licences issued before 16 Jun 2024 expire 12 a.m. on 31 Dec of every odd-numbered year. Licences issued on/after 16 Jun 2024 expire on the last day of the license-holder’s birth-month, every two years.

Total Hours Required

20 Hours

General Hours

13 General Hours

Required Courses

2 hours
Infection Control
1 hour
Ethics
2 hours
Cultural-Competency or LGBTQ+ clinical training
2 hours Public-Health Priority topics (10 % of 20 h) designated by DC Health
Current CPR certification for healthcare providers (counts as 2 h)

Detailed Breakdown

District of Columbia Dental Hygienist Standard Renewal Requirements: DC dental hygienists must complete 20 hours of Board-approved continuing education every two years and renew their licenses by 31 December of each odd year. Required coursework includes 2 hours each of CPR,
Infection Control
, and
Cultural-Competency or LGBTQ+ clinical training
, 1 hour of
Ethics
, and 2 hours covering DC-designated public-health-priority subjects. The Board permits 100 % of CE to be earned online, and the remaining 11 elective hours may cover any clinical or professional topics relevant to dental hygiene.
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DC Health of the public-health priority topics:
- Sexual & Reproductive Health
- Chronic Disease Management
- One Health / Environmental Health
- Healthcare-Professional Retention & Capacity Building
- Community & Patient Safety

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Renewal Cycle / Next Deadline: Licences issued before 16 Jun 2024 expire 12 a.m. on 31 Dec of every odd-numbered year. Licences issued on/after 16 Jun 2024 (and, for all hygienists, renewals filed from Sep 2024 forward) expire on the last day of the license-holder’s birth-month, every two years.
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First-time renewal: CE is waived for hygienists renewing for the first time after initial licensure by examination or endorsement.
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Sedation / Local anesthesia: Hygienists who hold a District authority to administer local anesthesia and/or nitrous oxide must renew that authority simultaneously with the hygiene licence; no extra CE hours are specified beyond maintaining current CPR.
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