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How to Renew Your Tennessee Land Surveyor License

Tennessee land surveyors must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance) rule on September 4, 2026.

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

Who has to renew

This guide covers Tennessee land surveyors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance).

When to renew

Tennessee land surveyors licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/tennessee/Tenn-Comp-R-Regs-0820-05-.03)

The continuing education Tennessee requires

Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance) requires 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • 2 PDH in surveying ethics and standards of practice (Board page: 1 PDH surveying ethics + 1 PDH Tennessee Standards of Practice)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Tennessee sets land surveyors 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 30 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance) requires 30 hours every 2 years, including 2 PDH in surveying ethics and standards of practice (Board page: 1 PDH surveying ethics + 1 PDH Tennessee Standards of Practice). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance)

    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 Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance)

Tennessee land surveyor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Tennessee land surveyors need?
Tennessee land surveyors must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance).
What topics are required for Tennessee land surveyors continuing education?
Tennessee Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (Dept. of Commerce & Insurance) requires coverage of: 2 PDH in surveying ethics and standards of practice (Board page: 1 PDH surveying ethics + 1 PDH Tennessee Standards of Practice).
Can Tennessee land surveyors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Tennessee requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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