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Illinois · Plumbers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Illinois Plumber License

Illinois plumbers must complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
4 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
April 30, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Illinois plumbers holding a license in one of these classes: plumber, Continuing education. Requirements are set by Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program.

When to renew

Illinois plumbers licenses renew every year, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is April 30, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (IL Plumbers: renew by April 30 annually (dph.illinois.gov))

The continuing education Illinois requires

Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program requires 4 hours of approved continuing education every year. 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 plumbers requirements by license class (plumber, 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 April 30, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program requires 4 hours every year. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Illinois plumbers 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 of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program

    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 Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program

Illinois plumber renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Illinois plumbers need?
Illinois plumbers must complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program.
Which license classes does the Illinois plumbers CE requirement apply to?
The 4 hours requirement applies to: plumber, Continuing education.
Can Illinois plumbers 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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