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Vermont · HVAC Technicians · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Vermont HVAC Technician License

Vermont hvac technicians must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as required by Office of Professional Regulation.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Office of Professional Regulation rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
8 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Vermont hvac technicians holding a Continuing education license. Requirements are set by Office of Professional Regulation.

When to renew

Vermont hvac technicians licenses renew every 3 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (VT HVAC (electrical specialist license, Div of Fire Safety): 3 yrs, expires last day of a board-designated month - per-licensee)

The continuing education Vermont requires

Office of Professional Regulation requires 8 hours of approved continuing education every 3 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Prevention of carbon monoxide leakage — at least 2 hours
  • Vermont Energy Goals Educational Module

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Vermont sets hvac technicians requirements by license class (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 8 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Office of Professional Regulation requires 8 hours every 3 years, including Prevention of carbon monoxide leakage, Vermont Energy Goals Educational Module. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Office of Professional Regulation

    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 Office of Professional Regulation

Vermont hvac technician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Vermont hvac technicians need?
Vermont hvac technicians must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Office of Professional Regulation.
Which license classes does the Vermont hvac technicians CE requirement apply to?
The 8 hours requirement applies to: Continuing education.
What topics are required for Vermont hvac technicians continuing education?
Office of Professional Regulation requires coverage of: Prevention of carbon monoxide leakage (2 hours); Vermont Energy Goals Educational Module.
Can Vermont hvac technicians 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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