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 North Carolina Dentists

Next Renewal Date

January 1, 2026

Total Hours Required

15 Hours

General Hours

15 General Hours

Required Courses

1 hour/year in controlled substance prescribing (for those who prescribe)
6-hour Professionalism/Ethics course required for dentists first licensed after Jan 1, 2019 (first CE year only)
Current CPR (hands-on or blended) required, but does not count toward CE hours

Detailed Breakdown

North Carolina Dentist Standard Renewal Requirements: North Carolina dentists must complete 15 hours of continuing education annually by December 31, all of which can be taken online or via correspondence, so long as a post-test is included. CE must focus on clinical and patient-care topics; a prescribing practices course is mandatory for those prescribing controlled substances, and newly licensed dentists must take a six-hour Professionalism and Ethics course during their first CE year. Current hands-on CPR certification is required for license renewal but does not count toward the annual CE hours. More details can be found on the
NC Board’s official CE page
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First-time renewal: Dentists licensed after Jan 1, 2019 must complete a six-hour Professionalism and Ethics course within their first CE cycle; CE is not required for initial year of licensure, but mandatory thereafter.
NC Dental Board CE Page

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Certification alternative: Requests for exemption or variance due to disability, advanced age, or semi-retirement must be submitted in writing and approved by the Board; documentation is required.
NC Dental Board CE Page

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Immunization practice: Ongoing infection control training is recommended, but no specific requirement found for renewal.
NC Dental Board CE Page

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Dispensing: 1 CE hour/year in controlled substance prescribing required for dentists who prescribe; no separate dispensing CE found.
NC Dental Board CE Page

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