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How to Renew Your Minnesota Engineer License

Minnesota engineers must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design rule on September 3, 2026.

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

Who has to renew

This guide covers Minnesota engineers holding a license in one of these classes: PE biennial CE (24 PDH incl. 2 ethics), Professional Engineer, Minnesota Dual License/Certificate Holder. Requirements are set by Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design.

When to renew

Minnesota engineers licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is June 30, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (MN Engineers: biennium ends June 30 of even years (Minn. R. 1800.4100))

The continuing education Minnesota requires

Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Professional ethics — at least 2 hours
  • Technical, non-technical, regulatory, and business practice activities — at least 22 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Minnesota sets engineers requirements by license class (PE biennial CE (24 PDH incl. 2 ethics), Professional Engineer, Minnesota Dual License/Certificate Holder). 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 June 30, 2028.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Professional ethics, Technical, non-technical, regulatory, and business practice activities. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design

    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 Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design

Minnesota engineer renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Minnesota engineers need?
Minnesota engineers must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design.
Which license classes does the Minnesota engineers CE requirement apply to?
The 24 hours requirement applies to: PE biennial CE (24 PDH incl. 2 ethics), Professional Engineer, Minnesota Dual License/Certificate Holder.
What topics are required for Minnesota engineers continuing education?
Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design requires coverage of: Professional ethics (2 hours); Technical, non-technical, regulatory, and business practice activities (22 hours).
Can Minnesota engineers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Minnesota requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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