Section 1220.270  Renewal

a)         Beginning with the September 30, 2006 renewal, every dental hygienist license issued under the Act shall expire on September 30 every 3 years.  The holder of a license may renew the license during the month preceding the expiration date by:

1)         certifying on the application to completion of 36 hours of continuing education pursuant to Section 1220.440;

2)         certifying to current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers or its equivalent or a statement from a licensed physician indicating that the applicant is physically disabled and unable to obtain certification; and

3)         submitting the fee required in Section 1220.415.

b)         It is the responsibility of each licensee to notify the Division of any change of address.  Failure to receive a renewal form from the Division shall not constitute an excuse for failure to pay the renewal fee or to renew one's license.

c)         Practicing or offering to practice on a license that has expired shall be considered unlicensed activity and shall be grounds for discipline pursuant to Section 23 of the Act.

(Source:  Amended at 34 Ill. Reg. 7205, effective May 5, 2010)