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How to Renew Your Florida Architect License

Florida architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Board of Architecture and Interior Design.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Board of Architecture and Interior Design rule on September 3, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
February 28, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Florida architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Board of Architecture and Interior Design.

When to renew

Florida architects licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is February 28, 2027. Continuing education must be complete 59 days before that date. (FL Architects: renew Feb 28 of odd years; 24 hrs for the previous two calendar years (ends Dec 31) - 59-day CE window (myfloridalicense.com))

The continuing education Florida requires

Board of Architecture and Interior Design 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

    Florida sets architects 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 February 28, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Board of Architecture and Interior Design requires 24 hours every 2 years. Finish at least 59 days before your deadline so the completion is on file in time.

    See the Florida 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 Florida, completions are submitted through the board’s online licensing portal. You can confirm your hours are on file in the reporting system linked below.

    Check your hours on file
  5. 5

    Renew with Board of Architecture and Interior Design

    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 Board of Architecture and Interior Design

Florida architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Florida architects need?
Florida architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Board of Architecture and Interior Design.
How are completed CE hours reported to Board of Architecture and Interior Design?
Completed hours are reported through the board's online portal. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.
Can Florida architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Florida requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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