Colorado Dental Continuing Education Requirements

Next Colorado License Renewal Deadline: February 28, 2028

Quick Summary

Colorado dental CE requirements:
Dentists must complete 30 continuing education hours every 24 months.
Dental hygienists must complete 30 elective hours every 24 months.
Licenses expire 02/28/2028.

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ADA CERP: Advanced Continuing Education Systems (ACES) is an ADA CERP–Recognized Provider.

CE Units and Pricing

  • Dentists: $79 per live webinar (3 CEUs each)
  • Dental Hygienists: $59 per live webinar (3 CEUs each)

All courses are live, interactive webinars — nothing pre-recorded.

Colorado State Dental Continuing Education Requirements

Continuing Education Requirements

License Type Hours Required Renewal Cycle License Expiration Date
Dentists 30 total hours 24 months 02/28/2026
Dental Hygienists 30 elective hours 24 months 02/28/2026

Dentists and Dental Therapists

Colorado dentists, academic dentists, and dental therapists must complete 30 hours of continuing education during each 24-month renewal cycle.

Provider recognition: For Dentists, Academic Dentists, and Dental Therapists, the Board automatically accepts CE courses recognized by the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) (or a successor organization).

ACES live webinars are ADA CERP–recognized and are accepted by the Colorado Dental Board, allowing you to earn CE with confidence.

Dental Hygienists

Colorado dental hygienists must complete 30 elective continuing education hours every 24 months.

ACES offers approved live dental CE webinars designed to help hygienists meet Colorado requirements with convenient scheduling and real-time interaction.

DEA 8-Hour Mandatory Training (MATE Act)

All DEA-licensed prescribers nationwide, including dentists, are subject to a one-time 8-hour opioid training requirement under federal law (MATE Act). If you are a DEA-licensed dentist, these 8 hours are required for your next renewal occurring on or after June 27, 2023.

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About ACES Live, Interactive CE

Dentists and hygienists — keeping up with state-mandated Colorado dental continuing education requirements is convenient and affordable with ACES Live, Interactive Dental Online CE courses.

  • ACES courses are fully accredited by ADA CERP.
  • Live and interactive webinars (nothing pre-recorded) with real-time Q&A.
  • Accepted as LIVE credits nationwide, including Colorado.
  • Over 40 live courses each month; each provides 3 CEUs.
  • Pricing: $79 for Dentists; $59 for Hygienists.
  • Many sessions are scheduled on evenings and weekends.

How to Get Started

  1. Browse our course offerings.
  2. Add a webinar to your cart and complete checkout.
  3. Watch for your confirmation with syllabus and log-in details.
  4. Attend the webinar, take the quiz, and you’re done!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many CE hours do Colorado dentists need?

Colorado dentists must complete 30 continuing education hours every 24 months.

How many CE hours do Colorado dental hygienists need?

Colorado dental hygienists must complete 30 elective hours every 24 months.

When is the Colorado dental license renewal deadline?

The license expiration date is 02/28/2026.

Can I earn Colorado dental CE through live online webinars?

Yes. ACES offers live, interactive webinars (not pre-recorded) that provide accredited CE and real-time Q&A.

Are ADA CERP–recognized courses accepted in Colorado?

Yes. For Dentists, Academic Dentists, and Dental Therapists, the Colorado Board automatically accepts CE recognized by the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) (or a successor organization).

Dental CE Requirements in Other States

Looking for dental continuing education requirements in another state? Explore these popular state CE requirement pages:

ACES provides live interactive dental CE webinars accepted by state dental boards across the United States.

Disclaimer

ACES has compiled this information to assist you in understanding Colorado State dental continuing education requirements. ACES cannot guarantee accuracy, and it is each professional’s responsibility to comply with their continuing education requirements. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Colorado Dental Board. If you notice any inaccuracies, please email aces@aces4ce.net so we can correct any errors.