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How to Renew Your Arkansas Land Surveyor License

Arkansas land surveyors must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and Licensing).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and Licensing) rule on September 4, 2026.

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

Who has to renew

This guide covers Arkansas land surveyors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and Licensing).

When to renew

Arkansas land surveyors 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://codeofarrules.arkansas.gov/Rules/Rule?levelType=section&titleID=17&chapterID=245&subChapterID=302&partID=1151&subPartID=9199&sectionID=61626)

The continuing education Arkansas requires

Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and Licensing) requires 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • 2 PDH in Arkansas Standards of Practice No. 1 for Property Boundary Surveys and Plats per renewal period

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Arkansas sets land surveyors 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 30 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and Licensing) requires 30 hours every 2 years, including 2 PDH in Arkansas Standards of Practice No. 1 for Property Boundary Surveys and Plats per renewal period. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Arkansas land surveyors 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 Arkansas, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and 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 Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and Licensing)

Arkansas land surveyor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Arkansas land surveyors need?
Arkansas land surveyors must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and Licensing).
What topics are required for Arkansas land surveyors continuing education?
Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (Dept. of Labor and Licensing) requires coverage of: 2 PDH in Arkansas Standards of Practice No. 1 for Property Boundary Surveys and Plats per renewal period.
Can Arkansas land surveyors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Arkansas requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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