Which organization is not listed as an accepted continuing education provider by the board?

• A. American Dental Association
• B. American Dental Hygienists' Association
• C. Academy of General Dentistry
• D. American Medical Association

Answer: (D)

The concept here is understanding which organizations the dental board recognizes as approved continuing education providers for license renewal. The board typically accepts CE from organizations tied to the dental profession, such as the American Dental Association, the American Dental Hygienists' Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry, because they routinely offer courses directly relevant to dental practice and are explicitly recognized by the dental regulatory framework.

In contrast, the American Medical Association is a medical organization that focuses on physicians and medical CE. Its programs are not aligned with dental practice requirements and are not listed as approved dental CE providers by the board. Therefore, it would not count toward dental hygiene license renewal. If you’re ever unsure, the board’s official list of approved CE providers is the place to verify.