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How to Renew Your Louisiana Landscape Architect License

Louisiana landscape architects must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Horticulture Commission.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Horticulture Commission rule on September 3, 2026.

CE hours
8 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
January 31, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Louisiana landscape architects holding a Landscape Architect License license. Requirements are set by Horticulture Commission.

When to renew

Louisiana landscape architects licenses renew every year, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is January 31, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (LA Landscape Architects: expire Jan 31 each year (La. R.S. 3:3808(N)))

The continuing education Louisiana requires

Horticulture Commission requires 8 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

    Louisiana sets landscape architects requirements by license class (Landscape Architect License). 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 January 31, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Horticulture Commission requires 8 hours every year. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Horticulture Commission

    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 Horticulture Commission

Louisiana landscape architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Louisiana landscape architects need?
Louisiana landscape architects must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Horticulture Commission.
Which license classes does the Louisiana landscape architects CE requirement apply to?
The 8 hours requirement applies to: Landscape Architect License.
Can Louisiana landscape architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Louisiana requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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