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How to Renew Your Alaska Landscape Architect License

Alaska landscape architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors (AELS), Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors (AELS), Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Alaska landscape architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors (AELS), Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.

When to renew

Alaska landscape architects licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/alaska/12-AAC-36.510)

The continuing education Alaska requires

Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors (AELS), Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The board does not mandate specific topics beyond the approved-course requirement.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Alaska sets landscape architects requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors (AELS), Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing requires 24 hours every 2 years. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Alaska landscape architects course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Alaska, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors (AELS), Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing

    Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors (AELS), Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing

Alaska landscape architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Alaska landscape architects need?
Alaska landscape architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors (AELS), Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.
Can Alaska landscape architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Alaska requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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