Dental Hygienist in North Dakota

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for ND. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$83,010

trending_down -11.9% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, North Dakota.

engineering

580

Jobs (ND)

monitoring Strong

+7.0%

10-yr job growth

payments

$240

Licensing fees

schedule

2-4 years

Time to complete

route How to become a dental hygienist in North Dakota

To become a licensed Dental Hygienist in North Dakota, applicants must graduate from a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program, pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), a regional clinical exam (CRDTS, WREB, SRTA, CITA, ADEX), and the North Dakota Jurisprudence Exam. A criminal history record check and current CPR certification are also required. North Dakota offers licensure by credential for experienced dental hygienists licensed in other states with substantially equivalent requirements.

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10th percentile (entry) $75,180

25th percentile $80,790

50th (median) $83,010

75th percentile $91,690

90th (experienced) $94,910

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for North Dakota. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist North Dakota requirements

Licensing body	North Dakota Board of Dental Examiners
State license	Required
Education	Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA-accredited program
Exam	National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), a regional clinical exam (CRDTS, WREB, SRTA, CITA, ADEX), and the North Dakota Jurisprudence Exam
Application fee	$240
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	16.0 hours per cycle
Notes	CPR certification is required and must provide hands-on training. A minimum of 2 hours of CE must be in ethics or jurisprudence, and 2 hours in infection control. Newly licensed dental hygienists are exempt from CE requirements for their first renewal if licensed by examination within 24 months of renewal. Renewal is by December 31 of odd-numbered years. Applicants must complete a criminal history record check. Applications must be completed within 12 months of filing. There is no minimum age specified.

Source: North Dakota Board of Dental Examiners

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10-year growth

+7.0%

Faster than average

Annual openings

15,300

Nationwide per year

Total employment

221,600

Nationwide

balance Is it worth it?

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check_circleStrong 10-year job growth (+7.0%)

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Frequently asked questions

How do I become a dental hygienist in North Dakota? expand_more

North Dakota requires dental hygienists to complete the required education (Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA-accredited program), pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), a regional clinical exam (CRDTS, WREB, SRTA, CITA, ADEX), and the North Dakota Jurisprudence Exam, and submit your application ($240 fee).

Does North Dakota require dental hygienist licensure? expand_more

North Dakota mandates state licensure for dental hygienists. North Dakota Board of Dental Examiners oversees the process, which includes passing the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), a regional clinical exam (CRDTS, WREB, SRTA, CITA, ADEX), and the North Dakota Jurisprudence Exam.

How much do dental hygienists make in North Dakota? expand_more

The median dental hygienist salary in North Dakota is $83,010 per year. That's 12% below the national median of $94,260. Wages range from $75,180 (10th percentile) up to $94,910 (90th percentile).

How quickly can I become a dental hygienist in North Dakota? expand_more

Most candidates in North Dakota complete the process in 2-4 years, from enrollment in a training program through licensure.

How many CE hours do dental hygienists need in North Dakota? expand_more

License renewal in North Dakota requires completing 16.0 hours of continuing education on a 2.0-year cycle.