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 24 hours of continuing education pursuant to Section 1220.440 of this Part;

2)         certifying to current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation 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 21 of the Act.

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 30 Ill. Reg. 19656, effective December 18, 2006)