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How to Renew Your Illinois Landscape Architect License

Illinois landscape architects must complete 1 hour of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as required by Landscape Architect Registration Board.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team.

CE hours
1 hour
Renewal cycle
each renewal period
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Illinois landscape architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Landscape Architect Registration Board.

When to renew

Illinois landscape architects licenses renew each renewal period, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal.

The continuing education Illinois requires

Landscape Architect Registration Board requires 1 hour of approved continuing education each renewal period. 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

    Illinois sets landscape architects requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 1 hour of board-approved continuing education

    Landscape Architect Registration Board requires 1 hour each renewal period. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Illinois landscape 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 Illinois, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with Landscape Architect Registration Board

    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 Landscape Architect Registration Board

Illinois landscape architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Illinois landscape architects need?
Illinois landscape architects must complete 1 hour of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as set by Landscape Architect Registration Board.
Can Illinois landscape architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Illinois requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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