Certified Dental Technicians (CDT) must accumulate 12 hours of CE credits each year to renew their certification. These credits include:
- 1 hour regulatory systems education
- 6 hours scientific or technical education, and
- 5 hours of additional scientific, or professional development education.
CDT credits can be earned by completing technical courses, attending clinics, or completing online training courses or webinars.
Courses and clinics are hosted across the country throughout the year at participating laboratories, trade shows, and at companies such as Dentsply, Ivoclar Vivadent and Zahn, to name a few. LMT Commications has a detailed list of available courses.
PTC offers 4 online dental anatomy courses that are accredited for up to 5 CE credits each (completing all 4 courses will earn a total of 18 scientific credits) and 3 Hands On Dental Technician Courses that are accredited for 32 CE credits each.
Whether you choose to attend a show, complete a hands-on course, or earn your credits in the comfort of your own environment there are many options available to fulfill your CDT credit needs.
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Tina Hoy's passion for education lead her to become one of PTC's most highly certified trainers. During her successful four-year posting as Director of Training and Education at Knight Dental Group, more than one hundred of her technicians were certified in PTC courses. Tina's desire to assist others to achieve their full potential inspired her to her join PTC. She has been fully certified as an instructor in PTC's Anterior Anatomy and the Science of a Natural Smile, Simplifying Posterior Anatomy, Framework Design and Fabrication, Crown and Bridge Anatomical Waxing, Anterior and Posterior Porcelain Application, Contouring Anterior Bridges, Contouring Posterior Bridges and Color in Dental Ceramics. Her knowledge and first-hand practical experience will expand your horizons and help you grow your skills and success.