Construction / Plumber Continuing Education / Florida
- Florida
- Plumber CE
- Certified & Registered Contractor
- Updated Oct 2026
Florida Plumber Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Florida plumbing contractors need 14 hours of CE every two years, 16 in Miami-Dade County, before the license expires on August 31.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) requirements
Hours per cycle
14 hrs
16 hrs for Miami-Dade County contractors
Cycle
2 years
Certified and registered licenses renew in alternate years
Deadline
Aug 31
Even years for certified, odd years for registered
Online allowed?
Yes
Classroom or interactive distance learning from a CILB-approved provider
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Florida plumber license?
Both certified and registered Florida plumbing contractors need 14 hours of CE to renew. Renewal is handled by the Construction Industry Licensing Board through DBPR, and Miami-Dade County adds 2 more hours of its own.
CE applies to
- Certified Plumbing Contractors (CFC)
- Registered Plumbing Contractors (RF)
- Miami-Dade County plumbing contractors (16 hours)
Exemptions
- No CE is due if your license was issued less than 12 months before the August 31 renewal date; 7 hours of general credit if it was issued more than 12 months before
Florida plumber CE at a glance
Florida plumber renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), Florida DBPR |
| CE required? | Yes, certified and registered plumbing contractors |
| Hours per cycle | 14 hrs (16 in Miami-Dade) |
| Cycle | 2 years |
| Required topics | Advanced module, workplace safety, business practices, workers’ comp, laws and rules |
| Online allowed? | Yes, interactive distance learning counts |
| Deadline | Aug 31 (even years certified, odd years registered) |
| Who reports | Your CE provider reports to DBPR within 30 days of the course |
| Carryover | Not stated |
| Grace period | None; the license goes delinquent after August 31 |
| Renewal fee | $205 active (+$50 per qualified business) |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Florida plumber license need?
Plumbing contractors need 14 hours every two years. At least 1 hour each must cover a specialized or advanced module, workplace safety, business practices, workers’ compensation, and laws and rules. The rest can be any board-approved construction-related instruction.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Plumbing Contractor (CFC) | 14 hrs | 1 hr each: advanced module, workplace safety, business practices, workers’ comp, laws and rules | Board-approved construction instruction | Classroom or interactive distance learning; up to 4 hrs for attending a CILB disciplinary meeting |
| Registered Plumbing Contractor (RF) | 14 hrs | 1 hr each: advanced module, workplace safety, business practices, workers’ comp, laws and rules | Board-approved construction instruction | Classroom or interactive distance learning; up to 4 hrs for attending a CILB disciplinary meeting |
| Miami-Dade County contractor | 16 hrs | State topics plus 1 hr Ch. 10 Code of Miami-Dade County and 1 hr Florida Statute 713 (Construction Lien Law) | Board-approved construction instruction | Not stated |
The advanced module requirement can be met with a Florida Building Code advanced module course.
Deadline
When is the Florida plumber license renewal deadline?
Florida plumbing licenses expire every two years on August 31. Registered plumbing licenses expire in odd-numbered years and certified plumbing licenses expire in even-numbered years.
| Deadline rule | August 31: odd years for registered, even years for certified |
| Cycle | 2 years |
| Next deadlines | Registered: August 31, 2027. Certified: August 31, 2028 |
| Grace period | None. A license not renewed by August 31 becomes delinquent and can’t be used until renewed |
| Late penalty | $25 delinquency fee on top of the renewal fee; the license becomes void if not renewed before the end of the next two-year cycle |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your renewal |
Steps
How to renew a Florida plumber license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore your deadline
Complete 14 hours of approved CE with the required 1-hour topics. Miami-Dade contractors add 1 hour on Chapter 10 of the county code and 1 hour on Florida Statute 713. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion for each course you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedWithin 30 days
Your CE provider reports your completion to DBPR within 30 calendar days, or before your renewal date if sooner. For local jurisdictions, attach your certificate to the renewal application. - Pay the renewal fee$205 fee
Renew online with DBPR by August 31 of your renewal year and pay $205 for an active license ($255 with a qualified business). - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Look up your license with the state to confirm the new expiration date.
Providers
Approved Florida plumber license CE providers
We haven’t compared CE providers for this license yet. Use the board’s approved provider list to confirm a course counts before you pay. Elective hours must be board-approved construction-related instruction.
Approval
How to check a Florida plumber CE course is approved
Only state-approved CE counts toward Florida plumbing contractor renewal. Miami-Dade County contractors also need county-approved topics on top of the state hours.
- Confirm the course is approved by the CILB before you pay.
- Check that your hours include each required 1-hour topic.
- If you work in Miami-Dade, add the 2 county hours on Chapter 10 and the Construction Lien Law.
Reporting
How Florida plumber CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Your CE provider reports your completion to DBPR electronically within 30 calendar days of the course, or before your renewal date if that comes sooner. For local jurisdictions such as Miami-Dade County, you attach your certificate to the renewal application yourself.
- Print or save your certificate of completion.
- Attach your certificate to any local renewal application.
- Check that your hours are on file with the state before you renew.
- Keep proof of completion for three years. The CILB can discipline you for failing to provide it.
Cost
How much does Florida plumber license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| License renewal fee | $205 active ($255 with a qualified business); $55 inactive | CILB (DBPR) |
| Late renewal fee | $25 delinquency fee added ($230 active, $280 with a qualified business) | CILB (DBPR) |
| Local renewal (Miami-Dade) | Not stated | Miami-Dade County |
| Reactivation (inactive to active) outside a renewal period | $250 | CILB (DBPR) |
| CE courses (14 or 16 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the CILB renewal requirements, FAQs and 2026 certified contractor renewal notice, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Florida plumber license
Florida contractor licenses that aren’t renewed by August 31 become delinquent. You can’t work on a delinquent license, and if it isn’t renewed before the end of the next two-year cycle it becomes void.
Grace period
None. After August 31 the license is delinquent; renewing late adds a $25 delinquency fee.
Void license
A license that stays delinquent through the next cycle becomes void. Generally you must start over, and certified contractors must retake the state exam; DBPR may reinstate for illness or economic hardship.
Inactive status
No CE is required while inactive. To reactivate, show 14 hours, with all required topics for your license type, from the renewal cycle just before reactivation.
Makeup CE
You still need all required hours and topics before you can renew active.
Who controls
Who controls Florida plumber license renewal?
Renewal authority
Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), Department of Business and Professional Regulation
2601 Blair Stone Road, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783
Customer Contact Center: 850.487.1395
Miami-Dade County handles its own local renewal
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews certified and registered plumbing contractor licenses
- Sets the 14-hour CE requirement and required topics
- Approves construction-related CE
- Receives CE completion records from providers
Getting licensed
Getting a Florida plumbing contractor license
Need the license first? Our Florida guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Florida plumber license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a Florida plumbing contractor need?
14 hours every two years, including 1 hour each on an advanced module, workplace safety, business practices, workers’ compensation, and laws and rules.
When is the deadline?
August 31. Registered licenses expire in odd years and certified licenses in even years.
Do Miami-Dade contractors need more?
Yes. Miami-Dade County adds 2 hours, for 16 total: 1 hour on Chapter 10 of the county code and 1 hour on Florida Statute 713, the Construction Lien Law.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. Interactive distance learning from a CILB-approved provider counts. Providers marked “C / I” or “I” on the approved list can offer online courses.
Who reports my hours?
Your CE provider reports your completion to DBPR electronically within 30 calendar days of the course, or before your renewal date if that comes sooner. For local renewals, you attach your certificate to the application.
Do hours carry over?
Our sources don’t say extra hours carry over, so plan on 14 new hours each cycle.
What happens if I miss the deadline?
Your license becomes delinquent after August 31 and you can’t work on it until you renew. Late renewal adds a $25 delinquency fee, and a license that isn’t renewed before the end of the next two-year cycle becomes void.
Do I need CE if my license is inactive?
No. CE isn’t required while your license is inactive, but to reactivate you must show 14 hours, with all required topics, from the renewal cycle just before reactivation.
Sources
Official sources for Florida plumber CE rules
- Code of Miami-Dade County, Chapter 10
- Florida Statutes, Chapter 713 (Construction Lien Law)
- Florida Building Code
- DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board: renewal and CE requirements
- CILB frequently asked questions
- CILB renewal information for certified contractors (2026)
- Florida Administrative Code Chapter 61G4-18, Continuing Education
- Section 455.271, Florida Statutes
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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