Construction / Plumber Continuing Education / North Dakota
- North Dakota
- Plumber CE
- Journeyman & Master
- Updated Oct 2026
North Dakota Plumber Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
North Dakota journeyman and master plumbers need 4 hours of plumbing-related CE every two years, completed in even years before licenses renew on December 31.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from North Dakota State Plumbing Board requirements
Hours per cycle
4 hrs
Topics must relate to the North Dakota Plumbing Code or plumbing industry
Cycle
2 years
CE is due in even years; the license renews every year
Deadline
Dec 31, even years
Licenses expire every December 31
Online allowed?
Yes
Board correspondence course and approved third-party online courses count
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a North Dakota plumber license?
North Dakota journeyman and master plumbers need CE to renew in even-numbered years. Apprentices don’t require CE, though the board encourages them to attend board sessions for free. Renewal is handled by the state through the North Dakota State Plumbing Board, not by your city.
CE applies to
- Master Plumbers
- Journeyman Plumbers
Exemptions
- Apprentice plumbers are not required to take CE (though they may attend board CE sessions free of charge)
North Dakota plumber CE at a glance
North Dakota plumber renewal, one box
| Renewed with | North Dakota State Plumbing Board |
| CE required? | Yes, for journeyman and master plumbers |
| Hours per cycle | 4 hrs |
| Cycle | 2 years (license renews yearly) |
| Required topics | North Dakota Plumbing Code updates or plumbing industry related |
| Online allowed? | Yes, board correspondence or approved online courses |
| Deadline | December 31, even years |
| Who reports | You, with your renewal (or board/approved provider) |
| Carryover | Not stated |
| Grace period | Through January 31; $50 late fee starting February 1 |
| Renewal fee | $200 Master, $100 Journeyman, $20–$75 Apprentice |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a North Dakota plumber license need?
Journeyman and master plumbers need 4 hours of CE every two years, taken in even years before renewal. Courses focus on North Dakota Plumbing Code updates or approved plumbing industry topics.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Plumber | 4 hrs | Plumbing code / industry related | Approved plumbing topics | Live board sessions, correspondence or approved online courses |
| Journeyman Plumber | 4 hrs | Plumbing code / industry related | Approved plumbing topics | Live board sessions, correspondence or approved online courses |
| Apprentice | None | Not required | None | N/A |
The North Dakota State Plumbing Board offers live CE sessions and a correspondence course option ($40 fee), in addition to approving third-party online courses.
Deadline
When is the North Dakota plumber license renewal deadline?
North Dakota plumbing licenses expire every year on December 31. CE is required in even years, so finish your 4 hours before you renew at the end of each even year.
| Deadline rule | Licenses expire December 31 each year; CE due in even years |
| Cycle | 2 years for CE, 1 year for the license |
| Next deadlines | December 31, 2026; December 31, 2028 |
| Grace period | Renewals submitted on or after February 1 incur a $50 late renewal fee |
| Late penalty | $50 late renewal fee starting February 1 |
| CE completion deadline | Before your even-year renewal |
Steps
How to renew a North Dakota plumber license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore Dec 31
In even years, complete 4 hours of board-approved CE through a board session, the board correspondence course or an approved online provider. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion for each course you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedWith your renewal
Submit your CE documentation with your renewal through the North Dakota State Plumbing Board portal. - Pay the renewal fee$100 or $200
Renew with the North Dakota State Plumbing Board before December 31 ($200 Master, $100 Journeyman, $20–$75 Apprentice). - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm in the board portal that your license shows a new expiration date.
Providers
Approved North Dakota 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. The North Dakota State Plumbing Board also hosts its own CE sessions and correspondence course ($40).
Approval
How to check a North Dakota plumber CE course is approved
Your 4 hours must be approved by the North Dakota State Plumbing Board and cover the North Dakota Plumbing Code or plumbing industry topics.
- Confirm with the North Dakota State Plumbing Board that the course is approved before you pay.
- Check that the topic relates to the North Dakota Plumbing Code or plumbing industry.
- Make sure your total reaches 4 hours before your even-year renewal.
Reporting
How North Dakota plumber CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
You complete four hours of CE every even year and submit your verification when renewing through the North Dakota State Plumbing Board online portal.
- Print or save each certificate of completion.
- Include your CE verification with your even-year renewal.
- Keep your certificates in case the board asks for proof.
Cost
How much does North Dakota plumber license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Master Plumber annual renewal fee | $200 | North Dakota State Plumbing Board |
| Journeyman Plumber annual renewal fee | $100 | North Dakota State Plumbing Board |
| Apprentice Plumber annual renewal fee (Years 1–5) | $20 to $75 | North Dakota State Plumbing Board |
| Late renewal fee (on or after Feb 1) | $50 | North Dakota State Plumbing Board |
| CE course (4 hours) | Varies by provider ($40 board course) | CE provider or Board |
Fees from the North Dakota State Plumbing Board schedule (NDCC 43-18 / NDAC Title 62), checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive North Dakota plumber license
North Dakota plumbing licenses expire on December 31 each year. Renewals filed on or after February 1 incur a $50 late renewal penalty fee.
Late fee after January 31
Licenses renewed on or after February 1 owe a $50 late renewal fee on top of the standard annual renewal fee.
One-year lapse limit
If a license remains expired for one year or more, the board may require you to retake and pass the licensing examination.
Makeup CE
In even years you still need the 4 required CE hours before the board will process your renewal.
Who controls
Who controls North Dakota plumber license renewal?
Renewal authority
North Dakota State Plumbing Board
Website: ndplumbingboard.gov
Phone: (701) 328-9977
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews North Dakota plumbing licenses
- Sets the CE requirement for journeyman and master plumbers
- Hosts board CE sessions and approves online providers
Getting licensed
Getting a North Dakota plumber license
Need the license first? Our North Dakota guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
North Dakota plumber license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a North Dakota plumber need?
4 hours every two years, on topics related to the North Dakota Plumbing Code or plumbing industry.
When is the deadline?
Licenses expire every December 31. CE is required in even years, so finish it before your even-year renewal.
Do apprentices need CE?
No. Apprentice plumbers aren’t required to take CE, though they can attend board CE sessions for free.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. The North Dakota State Plumbing Board accepts approved third-party online courses as well as its own correspondence course and live sessions.
Who reports my hours?
You submit your CE verification with your renewal through the North Dakota State Plumbing Board portal.
Do I need CE in odd years?
No. You still renew your license every year ($200 Master, $100 Journeyman), but CE is only required in even years.
Sources
Official sources for North Dakota plumber CE rules
- North Dakota State Plumbing Board
- North Dakota Century Code Chapter 43-18 and North Dakota Administrative Code Title 62
- Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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