⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Connecticut Department of Public Health directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.

Transfer Your Dental Hygienist License: Rhode Island → Connecticut

Everything you need to know about transferring your dental hygienist license from Rhode Island to Connecticut

Reciprocity Available

DPH may issue a license by endorsement of an out-of-state license if the applicant holds a current, valid license in good standing in another state or territory and the licensing standards are equal to or higher than Connecticut's requirements.

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Rhode Island (RI)	Connecticut (CT)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements	Not available	Not available
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: 65; exam fee: $560; license fee: 65; confidence: medium; sources: https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=204	application fee: $150.00; license fee: $150; renewal fee: $105.00; endorsement fee: $150; total initial fees: $150.00 (initial application fee only, as listed); confidence: high; sources: https://portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/dentalhygiene/dental-hygienist-licensure-requirements
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: Biennial renewal confirmed; renewal notices sent 60 days before expiration date; CE hours: 20 CE hours per biennial renewal period (all may be home study); Fee: null	Period: Biennial; CE hours: 16; Fee: $105.00

Data verified as of 2026-03-08. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Connecticut accepts out-of-state dental hygienist licenses via reciprocity/endorsement.
Renewal differs: Rhode Island — Period: Biennial renewal confirmed; renewal notices sent 60 days before expiration date; CE hours: 20 CE hours per biennial renewal period (all may be home study); Fee: null; Connecticut — Period: Biennial; CE hours: 16; Fee: $105.00.

Next Steps

1
Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Connecticut Department of Public Health →
2
Request credential verification from Rhode Island Board of Examiners in Dentistry — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Rhode Island board →
3
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
4
Submit your application to Connecticut Department of Public Health.

These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.

Connecticut Licensing Board

Board: Connecticut Department of Public Health
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/dentalhygiene/dental-hygienist-licensure
Phone: (860) 509-7603

Contact Connecticut Department of Public Health to confirm current transfer requirements →

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GetLicenseMap is a research tool and does not provide legal, financial, or professional licensing advice. Licensing requirements vary by state and change frequently. Verify all information directly with your state licensing board before making licensing decisions.

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Rhode Island (RI)	Connecticut (CT)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements	Not available	Not available
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: 65; exam fee: $560; license fee: 65; confidence: medium; sources: https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=204	application fee: $150.00; license fee: $150; renewal fee: $105.00; endorsement fee: $150; total initial fees: $150.00 (initial application fee only, as listed); confidence: high; sources: https://portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/dentalhygiene/dental-hygienist-licensure-requirements
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: Biennial renewal confirmed; renewal notices sent 60 days before expiration date; CE hours: 20 CE hours per biennial renewal period (all may be home study); Fee: null	Period: Biennial; CE hours: 16; Fee: $105.00

Data verified as of 2026-03-08. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Connecticut accepts out-of-state dental hygienist licenses via reciprocity/endorsement.

Renewal differs: Rhode Island — Period: Biennial renewal confirmed; renewal notices sent 60 days before expiration date; CE hours: 20 CE hours per biennial renewal period (all may be home study); Fee: null; Connecticut — Period: Biennial; CE hours: 16; Fee: $105.00.

Next Steps

Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Connecticut Department of Public Health →

Request credential verification from Rhode Island Board of Examiners in Dentistry — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Rhode Island board →

Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).

Submit your application to Connecticut Department of Public Health.

These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.

Transfer Your Dental Hygienist License: Rhode Island → Connecticut

Reciprocity Available

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Connecticut Licensing Board

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Transfer Your Dental Hygienist License: Rhode Island → Connecticut

Reciprocity Available

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Connecticut Licensing Board

Prepare for Your Licensing Exam

Related Pages