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Rhode Island · Plumbers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Rhode Island Plumber License

Rhode Island plumbers must complete 7 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners of Plumbers).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners of Plumbers) rule on September 6, 2026.

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

Who has to renew

This guide covers Rhode Island plumbers holding a license in one of these classes: Plumber, Continuing education. Requirements are set by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners of Plumbers).

When to renew

Rhode Island plumbers licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (RI Plumbers: expires on licensee birthday, odd/even year by birth year (260-RICR-30-15-9) - per-licensee)

The continuing education Rhode Island requires

Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners of Plumbers) requires 7 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • A fixed Board/ICC-authored curriculum, not an open topic list — at least 7 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Rhode Island sets plumbers requirements by license class (Plumber, 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 7 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners of Plumbers) requires 7 hours every 2 years, including A fixed Board/ICC-authored curriculum, not an open topic list. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners 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 Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners of Plumbers)

Rhode Island plumber renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Rhode Island plumbers need?
Rhode Island plumbers must complete 7 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners of Plumbers).
Which license classes does the Rhode Island plumbers CE requirement apply to?
The 7 hours requirement applies to: Plumber, Continuing education.
What topics are required for Rhode Island plumbers continuing education?
Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Professional Regulation (Board of Examiners of Plumbers) requires coverage of: A fixed Board/ICC-authored curriculum, not an open topic list (7 hours).
Can Rhode Island plumbers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Rhode Island requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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