Delaware · HVAC Technicians · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Delaware HVAC Technician License
Delaware hvac technicians must complete 5 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware.
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware rule on September 6, 2026.
- CE hours
- 5 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- October 31, 2026
- Exam to renew
- Not required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Delaware hvac technicians holding a Continuing education license. Requirements are set by Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware.
When to renew
Delaware hvac technicians licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is October 31, 2026. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (DE HVACR: licenses expire Oct 31 of even years (dpr.delaware.gov))
The continuing education Delaware requires
Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware requires 5 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Code changes — at least 3 hours
- Safety — at least 1 hour
- Energy Code — at least 1 hour
How to renew, step by step
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Confirm your license class and renewal date
Delaware sets hvac technicians requirements by license class (Continuing education). 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 October 31, 2026.
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Complete 5 hours of board-approved continuing education
Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware requires 5 hours every 2 years, including Code changes, Safety, Energy Code. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Delaware hvac technicians course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
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Make sure your hours reach the board
In Delaware, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
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Renew with Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware
Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal 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 Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware
Delaware hvac technician renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Delaware hvac technicians need?
- Delaware hvac technicians must complete 5 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware.
- Which license classes does the Delaware hvac technicians CE requirement apply to?
- The 5 hours requirement applies to: Continuing education.
- What topics are required for Delaware hvac technicians continuing education?
- Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware requires coverage of: Code changes (3 hours); Safety (1 hour); Energy Code (1 hour).
- Can Delaware hvac technicians complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Delaware requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 6, 2026
- Delaware HVAC Technicians continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class