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How to Renew Your Hawaii Architect License

Hawaii architects must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects rule on September 3, 2026.

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

Who has to renew

This guide covers Hawaii architects holding a Architect license. Requirements are set by Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects.

When to renew

Hawaii architects licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is April 30, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (HI Architects: all expire Apr 30 of even years regardless of issuance (cca.hawaii.gov))

The continuing education Hawaii requires

Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects requires 16 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW)
  • HSW subjects — at least 16 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Hawaii sets architects requirements by license class (Architect). 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 April 30, 2028.

  2. 2

    Complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects requires 16 hours every 2 years, including Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW), HSW subjects. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects

    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 Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects

Hawaii architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Hawaii architects need?
Hawaii architects must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects.
Which license classes does the Hawaii architects CE requirement apply to?
The 16 hours requirement applies to: Architect.
What topics are required for Hawaii architects continuing education?
Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors & Landscape Architects requires coverage of: Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW); HSW subjects (16 hours).
Can Hawaii architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Hawaii requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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