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How to Renew Your District of Columbia Land Surveyor License

District of Columbia land surveyors must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
12 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
August 31, 2028
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers District of Columbia land surveyors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors.

When to renew

District of Columbia land surveyors licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is August 31, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (DC Land Surveyors: Aug 31 even years; 12 PDH (dlcp.dc.gov PE board page))

The continuing education District of Columbia requires

District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors requires 12 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • ethics (one course required within the 12 PDH)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    District of Columbia sets land surveyors 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 August 31, 2028.

  2. 2

    Complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education

    District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors requires 12 hours every 2 years, including ethics (one course required within the 12 PDH). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors

    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 District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors

District of Columbia land surveyor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do District of Columbia land surveyors need?
District of Columbia land surveyors must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors.
What topics are required for District of Columbia land surveyors continuing education?
District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection) - regulates land surveyors requires coverage of: ethics (one course required within the 12 PDH).
Can District of Columbia land surveyors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the District of Columbia requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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