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How to Renew Your Oregon Architect License

Oregon architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (OSBAE).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Oregon architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (OSBAE).

When to renew

Oregon architects licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (If your individual registration number (ARI-###) is: an even number, registration expires December 31 of even-numbered years. an odd number, registration expires December 31 of odd-numbered years.)

The continuing education Oregon requires

Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (OSBAE) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) — at least 24 hours
  • Building codes and standards updates
  • Accessibility and ADA compliance
  • Professional ethics

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Oregon sets architects requirements by license class (All licensees). 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 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (OSBAE) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW), Building codes and standards updates, Accessibility and ADA compliance, Professional ethics. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (OSBAE)

    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 Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (OSBAE)

Oregon architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Oregon architects need?
Oregon architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (OSBAE).
What topics are required for Oregon architects continuing education?
Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (OSBAE) requires coverage of: Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) (24 hours); Building codes and standards updates; Accessibility and ADA compliance; Professional ethics.
Can Oregon architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Oregon requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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