All Today's RDH CE courses are peer-reviewed and non-sponsored to focus solely on pure education.


TODAY'S RDH IS A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED ADA CERP AND AGD PACE CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDER. ALL COURSES MEET THE STANDARDS FOR APPROVAL WITH ADA CERP AND AGD PACE.

Course Topics Include:

  • Infection Control (4 CE)
  • HIPAA (3 CE)
  • Oral Pathology (2 CE)
  • Cardiovascular Disease (3 CE)
  • Nitrous Oxide (3 CE)
  • Nutrition (2 CE)
  • Human Trafficking (2 CE)
  • Lasers in Dentistry (3 CE)


Get the Essential CE Bundle for only $149. That's less than $7 per CE credit for high-quality, peer-reviewed CE.

Courses You Get Access to With the Essential CE Bundle


You will get instant access for one year to all the following self-study courses. CE certificates are issued immediately upon course completion!


Author: Spring Hatfield, RDH


Spring Hayes Hatfield, RDH, is a graduate of Florida State College at Jacksonville. She practices clinically in Tuscaloosa, AL. She is dental hygiene board certified in Florida, Louisiana, and Alabama. Spring is also a Contributing Writer for Today's RDH and serves on the Today's RDH Advisory Board. Her passions include helping her patients better understand the oral-systemic disease connection and empowering other dental professionals in their quest to provide exceptional dental care.


Credits: 4.00 CEU


Course Description: Participants of this course will be presented with information to refresh, review, and expand their knowledge of infection control in the dental setting based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. A brief overview of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards is included. The focus is to provide the participant with tools and knowledge to provide a safe environment for both patients and dental health care personnel. In addition, specific guidelines are provided for writing an effective dental office infection control program and maintaining a sharps injury and needlestick log, as required for dental practices.


Objectives - Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • • Interpret the CDC guidelines for infection control in a dental setting;
  • • Describe the components of a well-written dental practice infection control program;
  • • Identify which infectious diseases require patient care restrictions;
  • • Understand the importance of standard precautions, including hand hygiene, cough etiquette, personal protective equipment, and sharps safety;
  • • Explain proper protocols for instrument reprocessing, care of dental unit waterlines, and disinfection of environmental surfaces;
  • • Recognize OSHA standards, hazard recognition, and control and prevention;
  • • California dental professionals: Describe minimum standards for infection control according to Section 1005.


Topic(s): OSHA/Infection Control


Course Type: Self-Instructional / Self-Study


Instructional Method: Written Course


Location: Online


Prerequisites: None


Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone and an internet connection


Program Provider: Today's RDH ([email protected])


Original Course Release Date: April 1, 2021


Last Review Date: March 25, 2024


Course Expiration Date: March 24, 2027


AGD Subject Code(s): 148


AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-001-2021-04-4


California Disclaimer: This course meets the Dental Board of California’s requirements for 2 units of infection control continuing education and 2 units of general continuing education. Dental Board of California license number for Today's RDH: 6066


New York Disclaimer: This course is an approved Infection Control course by the New York State Education Department. Provider ID# IC 218.





Author: Tanya L. Smith, RDH, BS


Tanya L. Smith, RDH, BS has been a clinical dental hygienist in private practice in Tucson, AZ, since graduating from Rio Salado College in 2011. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene at Northern Arizona University, Summa Cum Laude, in 2014. A regular volunteer at St. Elizabeth’s Health Center Dental Clinic, she also enjoys writing, research, and travel in her spare time.


Credits: 3.00 CEU


Course Description: This course will cover concepts associated with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and the documented regulations as they apply to dentistry. Dental professionals are included entities who must take steps to protect their patients' health information. Dental practices must update their notice of privacy practices, create written plans, conduct a risk assessment, update business associate agreements, understand how to prevent breaches, and have protective processes in place to address a breach, should it occur. This document is meant to be a summary of key elements of HIPAA rather than a complete or comprehensive guide to compliance.


Objectives - Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • • Define HIPAA;
  • • Describe a basic understanding of HIPAA compliance requirements;
  • • State policies and ways to implement an in-office HIPAA compliance program;
  • • Discuss the role of the HIPAA privacy and security officers;
  • • Explain patient options and rights under HIPAA;
  • • Recognize HIPAA breaches and how to mitigate these events;
  • • Describe the penalties for violation of HIPAA regulations.


Topic(s): HIPAA


Course Type: Self-Instructional / Self-Study


Instructional Method: Written Course


Location: Online


Prerequisites: None


Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone and an internet connection


Program Provider: Today's RDH ([email protected])


Original Course Release Date: December 1, 2021


Course Expiration Date: November 30, 2024


AGD Subject Code(s): 566


AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-013-2021-12-3





Author: Spring Hatfield, RDH


Spring Hayes Hatfield, RDH, is a graduate of Florida State College at Jacksonville. She practices clinically in Tuscaloosa, AL. She is dental hygiene board certified in Florida, Louisiana, and Alabama. Spring is also a Contributing Writer for Today's RDH and serves on the Today's RDH Advisory Board. Her passions include helping her patients better understand the oral-systemic disease connection and empowering other dental professionals in their quest to provide exceptional dental care.


Credits: 3.00 CEU


Course Description: Participants of this course will be presented with information that will help them better understand the oral-systemic link as it applies to cardiovascular disease. This will include the discovery of the link, common risk factors, and possible biological mechanisms by which the connection occurs as well as host response. Special emphasis will be placed on the pathways − direct invasion, platelet aggregation, immune response, inflammatory response, and oxidative stress − to help the clinician better understand the link between oral and systemic disease.


Objectives - Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • • Recognize the risk factors associated with both oral infections and cardiovascular disease;
  • • Discuss intra-individual variations that increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and oral disease;
  • • Understand the pathways and biological mechanisms in a way that enables dental professionals to easily communicate and educate their patients;
  • • Identify how and when the oral-systemic link associated with cardiovascular disease was discovered;
  • • Recognize that host response plays a role in the onset and progression of disease.


Topic(s): Oral-systemic Link, Cardiovascular Disease


Course Type: Self-Instructional / Self-Study


Instructional Method: Written Course


Location: Online


Prerequisites: None


Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone and an internet connection


Program Provider: Today's RDH ([email protected])


Original Course Release Date: January 1, 2021


Course Review Date: December 26, 2023


Course Expiration Date: December 25, 2026


AGD Subject Code(s): 010, 490


AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-001-2021-01-3





Author: Spring Hatfield, RDH


Spring Hayes Hatfield, RDH, is a graduate of Florida State College at Jacksonville. She practices clinically in Tuscaloosa, AL. She is dental hygiene board certified in Florida, Louisiana, and Alabama. Spring is also a Contributing Writer for Today's RDH and serves on the Today's RDH Advisory Board. Her passions include helping her patients better understand the oral-systemic disease connection and empowering other dental professionals in their quest to provide exceptional dental care.


Credits: 3.00 CEU


Course Description: Participants of this course will be presented with information to expand or reinforce their knowledge of the use of nitrous oxide in dental settings. This will include safety, toxicity, best practices, as well as administration for adults and children. Indications and contraindications will be covered to help clinicians and patients make an informed decision and determine if they are a good candidate for the use of nitrous oxide as a sedative and analgesic.


Objectives - Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:


Topic(s): Nitrous Oxide (Adults & Children)


Course Type: Self-Instructional / Self-Study


Instructional Method: Written Course


Location: Online


Prerequisites: None


Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone and an internet connection


Program Provider: Today's RDH ([email protected])


Original Course Release Date: January 1, 2021


Course Review Date: December 26, 2023


Course Expiration Date: December 25, 2026


AGD Subject Code(s): 010, 340


AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-003-2021-01-3





Author: Brooke Sergent, RDH, BS


Brooke Sergent, RDH, BS, obtained an Associate of Science degree from Southeast Community College in Whitesburg, KY, in 2002. While obtaining this degree, she took an elective course that allowed her to job shadow her mentor, a Registered Dental Hygienist at a local dental office. It was here her passion was confirmed for dental hygiene. In 2004, she graduated cum laude from Big Sandy Community and Technical College Dental Hygiene program in Prestonsburg, KY. Brooke was also the recipient of the 2004 Colgate S.T.A.R. award. Immediately following graduation and obtaining licensure, Brooke began her clinical dental hygiene career. In 2005, she moved to East Tennessee and earned her Bachelor of Science from Tennessee Tech University based in Cookeville, TN. After years of clinical hygiene, Brooke felt the need to connect in other ways to those in her profession. She became a Colgate Oral Health Advisor and served on the Colgate Oral Health Advisor Board in Piscataway, NJ, in 2013. In 2014, she organized a Colgate Bright Smiles Bright Future Event for her local elementary school. Brooke resides in Telford, TN, with her husband and twin sons.


Credits: 2.00 CEU


Course Description: Human trafficking is a rapidly expanding crime in which law enforcement and governmental agencies are making strides to cease and contain. This course will provide a comprehensive background of this global social issue and help dental professionals identify potential human trafficking victims by learning to recognize key factors associated with the crime.


Objectives - Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:


Topic(s): Human Trafficking


Course Type: Self-Instructional / Self-Study


Instructional Method: Written Course


Location: Online


Prerequisites: None


Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone and an internet connection


Program Provider: Today's RDH ([email protected])


Original Course Release Date: January 1, 2021


Course Review Date: December 26, 2023


Course Expiration Date: December 25, 2026


AGD Subject Code(s): 130, 166


AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-004-2021-01-2





Author: Meghan Greening, RDH, BSDH, EFDA


Meghan Greening, RDH, BSDH, EFDA, attended The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. While in school, she discovered her passion for periodontics and oral pathology. She currently works in private practice where she performs clinical dental hygiene as well as writes educational articles for the office’s newsletter. In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, exercising, and spending time with her husband and family.


Credits: 2.00 CEU


Course Description: Patients present with a wide range of intraoral lesions. This course will address some of the most common precancerous, cancerous, and benign oral pathologies that dental professionals may see in clinical practice. Oral lesions can be symptoms of systemic diseases, viral disorders, or fungal manifestations. This course will clarify processes for staging and grading various types of oral cancers and describing oral cancer treatment modalities. The course will also cover the scalpel biopsy versus other adjunctive biopsy tools and the documentation of oral lesions found chairside.


Objectives - Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:


Topic(s): Oral Pathology


Course Type: Self-Instructional / Self-Study


Instructional Method: Written Course


Location: Online


Prerequisites: None


Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone and an internet connection


Program Provider: Today's RDH ([email protected])


Original Course Release Date: January 1, 2021


Course Review Date: December 26, 2023


Course Expiration Date: December 25, 2026


AGD Subject Code(s): 730


AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-005-2021-01-2





Author: Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, MHSc, AADH


Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes holds a Doctor of Health Science degree from Nova Southeastern University and is a registered dental hygienist with over 25 years of clinical experience in private practice. She is the founder of Dr. Joy, RDH™, and creator of the Dental Hygiene Student Planner™. Dr. Joy is a program chair for Fortis College, Landover Dental Hygiene Program, and holds a faculty position at the American Denturist School. Dr. Joy is a professional speaker and published author. She has presented continuing education courses nationally and internationally in the areas of instrumentation, ultrasonics, infection control, and nutrition and biochemistry, whitening, and glass ionomers, along with her signature keynote, Confidence and Courage. She serves as a Consultant Examiner for the CDCA examination board and is Past-President of The Maryland Dental Hygienists' Association. She is an active member of The American Academy of Dental Hygienists, The American Dental Hygienists' Association, and The Maryland Dental Action Coalition.


Credits: 2.00 CEU


Course Description: The significance of the relationship between oral health and overall health continues to be stressed in medical literature. Dental professionals have a responsibility to educate patients about the connection between nutrition, diet, and oral health. As such, it is essential for dental hygienists to have a comprehensive understanding of the processes involved in conducting a thorough nutritional assessment. This understanding will help dental professionals effectively gather information about the dietary habits of their patients and use the findings to recognize key factors in the oral-systemic relationship. The outcomes from the dietary assessment will also position the dental hygienist to successfully provide nutritional counseling to patients with the goal of promoting successful behavior change toward whole-body health.


Objectives - Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:


Topic(s): Health Medicine and Nutrition


Course Type: Self-Instructional / Self-Study


Instructional Method: Written Course


Location: Online


Prerequisites: None


Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone and an internet connection


Program Provider: Today's RDH ([email protected])


Original Course Release Date: January 1, 2021


Course Review Date: December 26, 2023


Course Expiration Date: December 25, 2026


AGD Subject Code(s): 130, 150


AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-006-2021-01-2





Author: Joy Raskie, RDH


Joy Raskie, RDH, has been a Registered Dental Hygienist in Colorado since 2003. She holds multiple laser degrees, including a fellowship, associate fellowship, and advanced proficiency in laser dentistry. Joy is the CEO of Advanced Dental Hygiene, a company that specializes in hands-on dental laser education. Joy is a world-renowned lecturer, conducts live and online laser training courses, and does in-office laser consulting. Joy is a passionate hygienist whose goal is to boost excitement and confidence in using and incorporating dental lasers into daily practice. Contact Joy at AdvancedDentalHygiene.com or email [email protected].


Credits: 3.00 CEU


Course Description: This course introduces the various types of lasers in dentistry with a focus on lasers used to complete dental hygiene procedures. The course explains how light is created inside a laser and how that light interacts with various oral tissues. Upon course completion, the learner will understand the role lasers play in the mediation of the inflammatory process, the numerous laser procedures performed by the dental hygienist, and the effects of lasers used within the oral cavity.


Objectives - Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:


Topic(s): Lasers


Course Type: Self-Instructional / Self-Study


Instructional Method: Written Course


Location: Online


Prerequisites: None


Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone and an internet connection


Program Provider: Today's RDH ([email protected])


Original Course Release Date: January 1, 2021


Course Review Date: December 26, 2023


Course Expiration Date: December 25, 2026


AGD Subject Code(s): 130, 135


AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-007-2021-01-3




Get all courses listed above for only $149. That's less than $7 per CE credit for high-quality, peer-reviewed CE.

Frequently Asked Questions


Do these CE courses meet the requirements for my state?

  • Today's RDH is an ADA CERP and AGD PACE provider, both of which are recognized by all 50 states. Today's RDH is also an American Academy of Dental Hygiene (AADH) approved provider of continuing education courses. These courses are on-demand and are considered self-study/self-instructional. They include a quiz that must be passed upon completion of each course to receive your CE certificate of completion for that course.
  • Your state's Dental Practice Act, which can be found on your state's Board of Dentistry/Board of Dental Examiners website, includes your allowable duties, CE requirements, the rules pertaining to your state, etc. We highly encourage all dental healthcare professionals to check their state's Dental Practice Act often as rules, regulations, and CE requirements can change. 

Are these CE courses considered "live" or "in-classroom?"

  • No, these courses are on-demand and are considered self-study/self-instructional. You can take these courses on your own time and are required to pass a quiz upon completion of each course to receive your CE certificate of completion for that course. 

Is the bundle of CE courses a subscription service where I will be charged on a recurring basis?

  • No, this is a one-time purchase that gives you one full year. After one year, you will need to repurchase to have continued access.

Does this bundle give me access to the live virtual events that Today's RDH puts on?

  • No, this bundle is separate from the Today's RDH live virtual events, and the bundle only provides access to current and future on-demand courses listed on this page.

Are these courses considered a "clinical" or "core" courses?

  • To figure out if these courses are considered clinical or core for your specific state, you need to check your state's Dental Practice Act, which gives the requirements and what is accepted. For states where a particular course isn't a requirement, the course is still considered an elective self-study course and can be used to fulfill your elective self-study requirements.

How long will I have access to take the courses in this bundle?

  • You will have one full year from the time of purchase to access and complete the courses. After one year from your original purchase date, you will need to repurchase the bundle if you want to continue to access the courses.

Do I have to take a course all at once?

  • No, your progress will be saved every time you complete a module within each course, so you are able to take breaks and complete the courses at your own leisure.

Are there any additional fees beyond the cost of the bundle?

  • No, all fees are included in the price of $149 for this bundle! Depending on where you live, there may be sales tax, but no additional fees.

When will I be able to access the courses in the bundle after I purchase them?

  • You will have immediate access to take the courses in the bundle once you register and your payment goes through.

Are there test questions at the end of each course?

  • Yes, upon completion of each course, you will be required to take a quiz to show comprehension of the course. Upon successfully passing the quiz, you will be issued a CE certificate of completion for that particular course that you are able to download and save for your records.

How do I get my certificate/proof of completion? Will it be emailed?

  • Your CE certification completion will be awarded upon successfully completing the quiz at the end of each course. The certificate will be available in your account that you create upon enrolling in the course, but you are also encouraged to save this certificate on your own device. A link to access the certificate in your account will also be emailed to you (check your SPAM box), but not the actual certificate itself. However, just click the link, log in to your account, and you will have access to the certificate.

Are there refunds?

  • There will be no refunds issued once you have completed a course and received a CE certificate of completion. If you haven't completed the course and received a CE certificate of completion, you have 30 days to request a refund.

Are these courses only for hygienists, or can doctors and dental assistants receive CE too?

  • These courses are primarily designed for dental hygienists but can be taken by doctors and dental assistants for CE credit.

Can Canadians receive CE credit for these courses?

  • Canada recognizes CE courses that have AGD PACE approved providers, so yes. However, we cannot guarantee, so we always recommend checking with your governing agency to confirm approval.

What devices can I take this course on?

  • You can take this course from any device with an internet or data connection, including laptops, desktops, tablets, or your smartphone.

Why aren't these CE courses free?

  • To offer CE courses at no cost, we would need to have sponsors (i.e., manufacturers or companies) pay for the expenses of creating and maintaining the courses. We have chosen to keep these CE courses free from sponsorship and focus 100% on providing objective education for our audience.

Who can I contact if I have more questions or feedback on future CE course topics?

  • You can reach us anytime at [email protected]. If you don't receive a response within 48 hours, please check your SPAM folder.