Dental Hygiene Continuing Education

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Mandatory Continuing Education

On July 11, 1996, Bill 7324A was passed by the Senate and the Assembly stating registered dental hygienists are required to complete a minimum of 24 contact hours of continuing education every TRIENNIAL registration period, inclusive of an approved infection control training course every four years, and a one-time only mandatory child abuse course approved by the State Education Department. Farmingdale State College is an approved provider of continuing education credits in New York State for both dental hygienists and dentists; the American Academy of Dental Hygiene is the approved NYS sponsor.

WE'RE BACK!
The Dental Hygiene Continuing Education Department is excited to announce that ALL of our course offerings will be back in person and on campus, unless specified. Online registration is required. All specific course information will be sent directly to registrants via email including course classroom assignments and required parking passes one week prior to the course date.

**PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL WITH AN ORDER NUMBER LISTED WITHIN 12 HOURS OF REGISTERING FOR A CLASS, THE REGISTRATION IS NOT VALID AND YOU WILL NOT BE GRANTED ACCESS TO ATTEND THE COURSE.**

For registrants to receive their appropriate credits and certificates of completion, the following requirements must be met:

  • Registrants MUST register online for courses they would like to attend at least five (5) days prior to the course date. 
  • Registrants MUST be present for the entire course session to receive credit.
  • At the conclusion of in-person classes, registrants are REQUIRED to electronically submit course evaluation forms to receive their certificates of completion.

Restricted Certificate to Administer & Monitor Local Infiltration Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Continuing Education Course

The Restricted Certificate to Administer & Monitor Local Infiltration Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Continuing Education Course meets the requirements and regulations of the New York State Board of Dentistry in the administration of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia for the control of pain and anxiety. 
 

**Please note that this continuing education course is capped at 15 attendees and will not run with less than 11 participants.**

 

Please note that registrants MUST attend all dates and times listed below to obtain certification.
 
Registration Requirements
In order to confirm registration, attendees must submit the following (prior to May 21, 2025) to DHCE@farmingdale.edu: 
  • A copy of your current NYS Dental Hygiene Licensure 
  • Proof of current malpractice insurance
  • Proof of current CPR certification
  • Payment of $1,800.00 
     
Payment Information
  • All payments must be completed through the registration link found below. Payment for the course does NOT confirm a seat. When all necessary documentation AND payment have been received and confirmed, an email confirmation will be sent along with a parking pass, which will be required every day you are on campus.
**PLEASE NOTE: COURSE FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE**

 

CLICK HERE TO PAY FOR NYS DH ANESTHESIA CERTIFICATION

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LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

How many total credits do RDH's need within a three year licensure period?

Dental hygienists are required to complete 24 contact hours of continuing education during each three year registration period.

How many credits within a licensure period can be taken virtually?

Of the 24 credits that are required during each registration period, 10 may be self-study credits completed through pre-recorded online courses or publications.

How many credits must be "live" within a licensure period?

Of the 24 credits that are required during each registration period, 14 must be live courses.

What makes a virtual online course "live"?

Live courses are those in which you are able to interact with the instructor. For example: a live lecture, telecourse or teleconference in which you and the instructor can speak directly with each other or there is a live Q & A portions at the conclusion of the class constitute a live course. A pre-taped lecture with no means of direct interaction would not be acceptable as a live course even if it is a live telecast.

CLASS REQUIREMENTS

How often is a CE in infection control needed?

Infection control is required once every four years, which, in New York State works out to be once every other triennial registration period.

How often is a CE in child abuse needed? 

Updated Mandated Reporter Training Requirements. Chapter 56 of the Laws of 2021 amended Social Services Law § 413 to require additional training to include protocols to reduce implicit bias in decision-making processes, strategies for identifying adverse childhood experiences, and guidelines to assist in recognizing signs of abuse or maltreatment while interacting virtually within the New York State Mandated Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreatment/Neglect coursework. While it is recommended to remain current with child abuse training, NYS mandates one updated training since 2021, and prior to April 2025, until further notice. 

The dental hygiene continuing education department at Farmingdale State College will be conducting this course update in the coming months. Please keep watch in our "Save the Date" section above for upcoming dates to satisfy this required training. 

What constitutes a valid CPR/BLS CE course?

Dental hygienists may complete courses sponsored by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, the American Heart Saver Institute, the American Safety and Health Institute or the National Safety Council. All courses must be live and in person. 

The course must include, but not limited to, the following:

  • scene survey
  • patient assessment
  • one and two rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation 
  • mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
  • conscious choking
  • unconscious choking
  • bag-valve-mask resuscitation
  • recovery position
  • automated external defibrillator use
  • infection control matters
  • recognizing a heart attack
  • cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator scenarios

Still could use some help? Email us and we will get back to you shortly.

For any other questions, please contact: Office of Professions of New York

Are you considering continuing your education?

For more information on the department of dental hygiene’s BSDH Degree Completion Program, a flexible program meeting the transfer and continuing education needs of registered dental hygienists in a 100% online program offered through OPEN SUNY Online courses, follow the link below!

BSDH Degree Completion Program Information

REFUND POLICY
All courses offered will be taught subject to sufficient enrollment. We will give a full refund if you enroll in a class that we cancel. Requests to withdraw from a course that is not canceled by us will be honored and a refund will be issued ONLY when received IN WRITING by the Department of Dental Hygiene five (5) business days prior to the start of the course. An email stating reason for withdrawal and the request for a refund sent to DHCE@farmingdale.edu is the preferred form of withdrawal notice. 

 

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dental hygiene department

Gleeson Hall, Room 244
934-420-2659
DHCE@farmingdale.edu
Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Email

Tamara Faure
Continuing Education Director

Email

Jessica Kahl
Continuing Education Coordinator

 
Last Modified 5/5/25