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Renewing DANB® certification shows employers and patients that you are continuously improving your clinical knowledge.

The dental assisting profession constantly faces emerging technologies and new information. Staying on top of these issues is critical to succeeding in your career. Learn more about recertification and why renewing your DANB certification is essential for ensuring competency in dental assisting.

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Recertification

DANB certification is valid for one year. Renewing your certification annually protects your DANB credential and shows your commitment to the dental assisting profession.

DANB’s Recertification Requirements
CDE Audit 
DANB-Accepted CPR Providers
Certificant Recognition Program 
Reinstatement 
Emeritus Status 

Continuing Dental Education

There are several ways to obtain CDE credits required for recertification. Current DANB Certificants can earn 12 CDE credits through DANB’s Professional Development Examination Program (PDEP). Find out how to maintain your valuable credentials in a convenient, affordable way. The DALE Foundation, the official DANB affiliate, also offers e-learning courses that earn three to 12 CDE credits, depending on the course, upon successful completion.

Learn More About CDE Opportunities 

Update on DANB Certification Renewal

We know that these are challenging times and many in the dental community have been affected by COVID-19. To assist you, DANB has implemented several new, temporary renewal policies. Please read below for details.

  • Extended Grace Periods
    DANB has temporarily extended certificants’ renewal grace periods for an additional 3 months – for a total of 6 months. Certificants will receive emails notifying them when they have entered into the extended grace period.
  • Waiving Late Fees
    Until further notice, DANB is waiving late fees for certificants who renew no later than three months past their expiration date. Certificants who need more flexibility may renew up to six months after their expiration date, although a $20 late fee will apply.
  • CPR Waiver
    DANB is temporarily waiving the CPR requirement for those who are renewing during this time. If you are unable to complete the CPR requirement because of COVID-19, download and submit the form to DANB.
    Download the CPR Waiver Form
  • Renewal Forms
    DANB is currently unable to mail recertification forms. We encourage you to renew online by logging in to your DANB account. Log in to my DANB account. If you would like to mail or fax your renewal, you may download the form below.
    Download the 2020 Certification Renewal Form
  • Infection Control and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Requirements
    The requirement to earn at least 2 CDE credits in infection control and 1 CDE credit in OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens standard is still in effect. There are several free or low-cost online courses on these topics that you may complete. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact DANB at recertification@danb.org.


We hope the temporary policy changes above will assist you in renewing your DANB certification. If you need additional assistance or have other questions or concerns, please reach out to us at recertification@danb.org to discuss your options. We can work with you to find a solution.