Cpr[1]
3 hrs
Biennial
3 hours hands-on AHA Healthcare Provider CPR including AED and rescue breathing.
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N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1(e)See source [1] in Primary Sources
Mandatory topics
For Dentists, 40 hours is the total CME requirement. New Jersey also requires a set of one-time topics that count toward the 40-hour total.
Pharmacology[1]
3 hrs
Biennial
3 hours pharmacology and internal medicine including NJ PDMP.
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N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1(e)See source [1] in Primary Sources
Infectious disease[1]
2 hrs
Biennial
2 hours infection control covering disease transmission, occupational exposure prevention, dental water quality.
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N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1(e)See source [1] in Primary Sources
Professional Boundaries[1]
1 hr
Biennial
1 hour professional ethics and NJ law including child abuse awareness and patient confidentiality.
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N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1(e)See source [1] in Primary Sources
Opioid / controlled substances[1]
1 hr
Biennial
1 hour opioid prescription education on responsible prescribing, pain alternatives, and addiction/diversion risks.
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N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1(e)See source [1] in Primary Sources
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Accepted credit
Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, New Jersey Medical Association, or AAFP. ACGME residency or fellowship time accrues toward the requirement. Teaching or presenting accredited CME can satisfy a portion of required hours.
| Credit system | Notes |
|---|---|
ADA CERP | ADA CERP-recognized providers accepted.Sourcehttps://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-jersey/N-J-A-C-13-30-5-1[1] |
AGD PACE | AGD PACE-approved providers accepted.Sourcehttps://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-jersey/N-J-A-C-13-30-5-1[1] |
Board-approved credit | Board-approved providers per N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.3.Sourcehttps://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-jersey/N-J-A-C-13-30-5-3[2] |
Documentation & audit
Physicians are responsible for retaining CME documentation and producing it on request. Requirements include course title, dates, hours, sponsoring organization, and accrediting body.
Waivers & exemptions
Initial registration is exempt from CE per L.1991, c.490, s.5.
FAQ
Does New Jersey treat DDS and DMD differently for CE purposes?
No. DDS and DMD are equivalent dental degrees, and the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry applies identical CE rules to both.
Are ADA CERP credits accepted in New Jersey?
Yes. ADA CERP-recognized providers and AGD PACE-approved providers are accepted under the Board's general approved-provider framework in N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.3.
Are there mandatory CE topics for dentist renewal in New Jersey?
Yes — 10 hours of mandatory topics in each biennium: CPR (3), pharmacology including NJ PMP (3), infection control (2), ethics and jurisprudence including child abuse (1), and opioid prescription education (1). The 1-hour opioid CE is universal, not limited to DEA registrants.
Where can I check my New Jersey dental license renewal date?
The New Jersey State Board of Dentistry maintains license records via the Division of Consumer Affairs portal at njconsumeraffairs.gov/den, with online renewal through newjersey.mylicense.com.