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CPR Certification Requirements for Dental Hygienists in Maryland


Maryland is a unique and special state, and itā€™s one of the states that has recently seen a surge of support for online-based CPR certification in recent years. 

Just like any state, itā€™s important to know what the acceptance is for online CPR certifications. Below weā€™ve prepared a list of the specific approvals of ProTrainings courses for Dental Hygienists in the state of Maryland.
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Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Maryland



  • Dental Hygienists in Maryland are required to have a Healthcare Provider level CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
  • The Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners requires Healthcare Provider level BLS/CPR, AED with practical skills component.
  • Most employers will require a Healthcare Provider level BLS/CPR.
  • Maryland’s State Board of Dental Examiners does not accept continuing education credits for CPR courses toward Dental Hygienist license renewal.
  • Dental Hygienists are able to claim continuing education credits for BLS/CPR Certification from these nationally recognized qualifying agencies;
 

Course Content


Dental Hygienists in Maryland need a Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification at the Healthcare Provider level. Required skills include; Adult, child and infant CPR, AED, and use of a bag-valve-mask. Some Dental Hygienists may also need a First Aid course as well, but this is determined by the employer.



Delivery Method

Dental Hygienists in Maryland are required to do the Basic Life Support level of CPR certification for Healthcare Providers that usually includes a practical skills evaluation through a classroom or blended training process. 100% online CPR will only be an option upon the discretion of the employer or institution and is not accepted by the state licensing department.

Some employers may require a specific type of training or may leave it up to the state’s requirement. If you are not certain of your employer's requirement, make sure to check with them about both the training type and the required course content.

List of ALL Board and approval bodies:

State Board of Dental Examiners

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Maryland:

The Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners requires that a CPR certification be continuously maintained and must not expire. A course from AHA, ARC, or equivalent provider approved by the board and adheres to the Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer level training standards with a practical skills component.

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Board Statement:

CPR Course: No continuing education credit. Dentists and dental hygienists must maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification without a lapse. The program must be completed through: (1) The American Heart Association’s Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers; (2) The American Red Cross’s Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for Professional Rescuers; or (3) An equivalent program approved by the Board.

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Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Maryland:

AGD requires to maintain CPR for Healthcare Providers that includes practical skills evaluation component that is approved through the AGD Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE) program. AGD PACE accredited organizations listed here.

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Board Statement:

142 Medical emergency training and CPR
Training to ensure appropriate action in the event of an unexpected injury or illness occurring during dental treatment or within the dental office. Training topics may include medical emergency prevention; development of an action plan, recognition of patient distress and emergency drugs and equipment.

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Classroom

Our online CPR and first aid certification resources can be used to facilitate classroom training, skills practice, and continuing education.

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