Continuing education coursework must contribute directly to the practice of community dental health coordinator. The following courses are required for certificate renewal:

1. A. as further defined in 16.5.1.16 NMAC, a course in infection control techniques and sterilization procedures per renewal period;
2. B. proof of current certification in basic life support (BLS) or cardiac pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) accepted by the American heart association, the American red cross, or the American safety and health institute (ASHI); cannot be a self-study course; and
3. C. 12 hours in preventive or emergency dentistry.

[16.5.52.9 NMAC - N, 01/09/12; A, 06/14/12]