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Kentucky · HVAC Technicians · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Kentucky HVAC Technician License

Kentucky hvac technicians must complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
6 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Kentucky hvac technicians holding a license in one of these classes: HVAC Master, HVAC Journeyman, Continuing education. Requirements are set by Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.

When to renew

Kentucky hvac technicians licenses renew every year, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (KY HVAC: annual, expires last day of licensee birth month (815 KAR 8:010); 6 hrs CE due with renewal - per-licensee)

The continuing education Kentucky requires

Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction requires 6 hours of approved continuing education every year. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Every master HVAC and journeyman HVAC course must relate to business, job safety, codes relating to HVAC, or subject matter directly relating to the HVAC trade

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Kentucky sets hvac technicians requirements by license class (HVAC Master, HVAC Journeyman, Continuing education). 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 6 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction requires 6 hours every year, including Every master HVAC and journeyman HVAC course must relate to business, job safety, codes relating to HVAC, or subject matter directly relating to the HVAC trade. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction

    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 Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction

Kentucky hvac technician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Kentucky hvac technicians need?
Kentucky hvac technicians must complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.
Which license classes does the Kentucky hvac technicians CE requirement apply to?
The 6 hours requirement applies to: HVAC Master, HVAC Journeyman, Continuing education.
What topics are required for Kentucky hvac technicians continuing education?
Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction requires coverage of: Every master HVAC and journeyman HVAC course must relate to business, job safety, codes relating to HVAC, or subject matter directly relating to the HVAC trade.
Can Kentucky hvac technicians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Kentucky requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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