Oregon Plumber Continuing Education Requirements

• 24 hours

  of board-approved CE every 3 years

  2 license classes
  • Plumbing
  • Plumbing license

  Course for these classes is in board review.

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How renewal works

From course to renewed license in Oregon

1. Step 1

   Pick the course for your license class

   Each course above is planned to the 24 hours and topics Oregon Building Codes Division (DCBS), Plumbing Board requires.

2. Step 2

   Complete it online, at your pace

   Timed lessons and checkpoints record your seat time so the hours hold up to an audit.

3. Step 3

   Download your certificate instantly

   Your certificate lists the approved hours and completion date the moment you pass.

4. Step 4

   Renew with the board

   We report your completion through the board's portal. Then renew every 3 years through the board.

Questions Oregon plumbers ask

Frequently asked questions

How many continuing education hours do Oregon plumbers need?

Oregon plumbers must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Oregon Building Codes Division (DCBS), Plumbing Board.

Which license classes does the Oregon plumbers CE requirement apply to?

The 24 hours requirement applies to: Plumbing, Plumbing license.

What topics are required for Oregon plumbers continuing education?

Oregon Building Codes Division (DCBS), Plumbing Board requires coverage of: Code change (CC) (4 hours); Oregon rule and law (ORL) (4 hours); Code related (CR) (16 hours); 4 hours code change; 4 hours Oregon rule and law.

How are completed CE hours reported to Oregon Building Codes Division (DCBS), Plumbing Board?

Completed hours are reported through the board's online portal. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.

Can Oregon plumbers complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Oregon requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.