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Delaware · Engineers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Delaware Engineer License

Delaware engineers must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
June 30, 2028
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Delaware engineers holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council.

When to renew

Delaware engineers licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is June 30, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (DE Engineers: June 30 of even years; 24 PDH biennially (dape.org))

The continuing education Delaware requires

Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • professional engineering ethics (min 2 PDH, max 6 PDH per biennium)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Delaware sets engineers requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is June 30, 2028.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council requires 24 hours every 2 years, including professional engineering ethics (min 2 PDH, max 6 PDH per biennium). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Delaware engineers 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 Delaware, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council

    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 Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council

Delaware engineer renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Delaware engineers need?
Delaware engineers must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council.
What topics are required for Delaware engineers continuing education?
Delaware Association of Professional Engineers (DAPE) Council requires coverage of: professional engineering ethics (min 2 PDH, max 6 PDH per biennium).
Can Delaware engineers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Delaware requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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