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Montana · Plumbers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Montana Plumber License

Montana plumbers must complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Montana Board of Plumbers.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Montana Board of Plumbers rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
4 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
September 1, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Montana plumbers holding a Continuing education license. Requirements are set by Montana Board of Plumbers.

When to renew

Montana plumbers licenses renew every year, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is September 1, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (MT Plumbers: all licensees expire Sept 1 each year (boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov))

The continuing education Montana requires

Montana Board of Plumbers requires 4 hours of approved continuing education every year. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Curriculum must be based on one or more of: the adopted state plumbing code (Uniform Plumbing Code); MCA Title 37 ch

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Montana sets plumbers requirements by license class (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 September 1, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Montana Board of Plumbers requires 4 hours every year, including Curriculum must be based on one or more of: the adopted state plumbing code (Uniform Plumbing Code); MCA Title 37 ch. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Montana Board of Plumbers

    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 Montana Board of Plumbers

Montana plumber renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Montana plumbers need?
Montana plumbers must complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Montana Board of Plumbers.
Which license classes does the Montana plumbers CE requirement apply to?
The 4 hours requirement applies to: Continuing education.
What topics are required for Montana plumbers continuing education?
Montana Board of Plumbers requires coverage of: Curriculum must be based on one or more of: the adopted state plumbing code (Uniform Plumbing Code); MCA Title 37 ch.
Can Montana plumbers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Montana requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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