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How to Renew Your Vermont Engineer License

Vermont engineers must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team.

CE hours
30 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
July 31, 2028
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Vermont engineers holding a license in one of these classes: Vermont PE Continuing Professional Competency (CPC), Professional Engineer. Requirements are set by Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation).

When to renew

Vermont engineers licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is July 31, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (VT Engineers: July 31 of even years (VT OPR renewal schedule))

The continuing education Vermont requires

Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation) requires 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Qualifying engineering CPC activities (technical, ethical, standards of practice, or engineering management) — at least 30 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Vermont sets engineers requirements by license class (Vermont PE Continuing Professional Competency (CPC), Professional Engineer). 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 July 31, 2028.

  2. 2

    Complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation) requires 30 hours every 2 years, including Qualifying engineering CPC activities (technical, ethical, standards of practice, or engineering management). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Vermont 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 Vermont, completions are submitted through the board’s online licensing portal. You can confirm your hours are on file in the reporting system linked below.

    Check your hours on file
  5. 5

    Renew with Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation)

    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 Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation)

Vermont engineer renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Vermont engineers need?
Vermont engineers must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation).
Which license classes does the Vermont engineers CE requirement apply to?
The 30 hours requirement applies to: Vermont PE Continuing Professional Competency (CPC), Professional Engineer.
What topics are required for Vermont engineers continuing education?
Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation) requires coverage of: Qualifying engineering CPC activities (technical, ethical, standards of practice, or engineering management) (30 hours).
How are completed CE hours reported to Vermont Board of Professional Engineering (Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation)?
Completed hours are reported through the board's online portal. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.
Can Vermont engineers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Vermont requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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