Construction / Well Driller Continuing Education / Oklahoma
- Oklahoma
- Well Driller CE
- Water Well Driller & Pump Installer
- Updated Oct 2026
Oklahoma Well Driller Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Oklahoma water well drillers and pump installers need 4 hours of OWRB-approved CE each year (8 hours for a two-year renewal), including at least 1 hour per year on Oklahoma rules and regulations, submitted by May 31 before licenses expire June 30.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Oklahoma Water Resources Board requirements
Hours per cycle
4 or 8 hrs
4 hrs per year (8 hrs for a 2-year renewal period)
Cycle
1 or 2 years
Standard biennial renewal (staggered odd/even years)
Deadline
May 31 (expires Jun 30)
File by May 31 to avoid the $250 June late fee
Online allowed?
Yes
OWRB-approved online and in-person courses count
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for an Oklahoma well driller license?
Every licensed Oklahoma water well driller, pump installer and certified operator needs CE to renew under OAC Title 785, Chapter 35. Renewal is handled by the state through the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
CE applies to
- Licensed Oklahoma water well drillers and pump installers on a one-year period (4 hours)
- Licensed Oklahoma water well drillers and pump installers on a two-year renewal period (8 hours)
Exemptions
- Licensees or operators fulfilling active military obligations receive an indefinite grace period as determined by the Board (OAC 785:35-3-2)
Oklahoma well driller CE at a glance
Oklahoma well driller renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Oklahoma Water Resources Board |
| CE required? | Yes |
| Hours per cycle | 4 hrs/yr (8 hrs for 2-year renewal) |
| Cycle | 1 or 2 years |
| Required topics | At least 1 hr/yr on Oklahoma Rules and Regulations; rest in approved industry topics |
| Online allowed? | Yes, for OWRB-approved courses |
| Deadline | May 31 filing deadline (license expires June 30) |
| Who reports | Licensee submits proof with renewal (OWRB/OGWA courses tracked by Board) |
| Carryover | No |
| Grace period | June 1–June 30 with $250 late fee (must retest after June 30) |
| Renewal fee | $350 for 2-year renewal ($250 late fee after May 31) |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does an Oklahoma well driller license need?
Under OAC 785:35-3-2 and 785:35-3-3, you must complete 4 units (hours) of approved CE each year (July 1 through June 30), totaling 8 hours for a two-year renewal period. At least 1 hour per year must cover approved Oklahoma Rules and Regulations.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Well Driller / Pump Installer, one-year period | 4 hrs | 1 hr Oklahoma Rules and Regulations | 3 hrs industry topics (well/pump technology, science/health, business practices, worker safety) | OWRB-approved online or in-person (1 unit = 50 mins) |
| Water Well Driller / Pump Installer, two-year period | 8 hrs (4 hrs/yr) | 2 hrs Oklahoma Rules and Regulations (1 hr/yr) | 6 hrs industry topics (well/pump technology, science/health, business practices, worker safety) | OWRB-approved online or in-person (1 unit = 50 mins) |
Courses offered directly by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) or the Oklahoma Ground Water Association (OGWA) are pre-approved.
Deadline
When is the Oklahoma well driller license renewal deadline?
Oklahoma well driller and pump installer licenses expire on June 30 of your renewal year, but under OAC 785:35-3-2, completed renewal applications and proof of CE must be submitted on or before May 31 to avoid a $250 late fee.
| Deadline rule | Submit renewal by May 31; license expires June 30 of your renewal year |
| Cycle | 1 or 2 years (4 hours required each year from July 1 through June 30) |
| Grace period | June 1 through June 30 with a $250 late fee (no drilling while lapsed) |
| Late penalty | $250 late fee if received after May 31 through June 30; after June 30, treated as a new application requiring retesting |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your renewal (by May 31 to avoid late fee) |
Steps
How to renew an Oklahoma well driller license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore May 31
Complete 4 hours per year (8 hours for a two-year period) of OWRB-approved CE, including at least 1 hour per year on Oklahoma Rules and Regulations. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion for each course you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedBy May 31
Submit proof of your completed CE hours with your renewal application to the Oklahoma Water Resources Board on or before May 31. - Pay the renewal fee$350 fee
Submit your renewal application and $350 two-year renewal fee to the Oklahoma Water Resources Board by May 31 ($250 late fee applies June 1–June 30). - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm with the Oklahoma Water Resources Board that your license shows its new expiration date.
Providers
Approved Oklahoma well driller 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. Courses offered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Ground Water Association (OGWA) are pre-approved.
Approval
How to check an Oklahoma well driller CE course is approved
Under OAC 785:35-3-3, all training must be approved by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, where one CE unit equals 50 minutes of approved instruction.
- Confirm the course is approved by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board before you pay.
- Make sure you complete at least 1 hour per year on Oklahoma Rules and Regulations.
- Finish your 4 hours per year (8 hours per two-year cycle) and file by May 31.
Reporting
How Oklahoma well driller CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Licensees submit proof of completed CE along with their renewal application to the Oklahoma Water Resources Board by May 31.
- Keep a certificate of completion for every course.
- Submit your CE proof with your renewal application on or before May 31.
- Keep your certificates in case the board audits your records.
Cost
How much does Oklahoma well driller license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| License renewal fee (2-year, filed by May 31) | $350 | Oklahoma Water Resources Board |
| Late renewal fee (filed June 1–June 30) | $250 ($600 total) | Oklahoma Water Resources Board |
| CE courses (4 or 8 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from OAC 785:5-1-11 and OAC 785:35-3-2, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Oklahoma well driller license
Under OAC 785:35-3-2, renewal applications are due May 31, and a late grace period runs only through June 30 of your renewal year.
June 1–June 30 grace period
Applications received after May 31 but on or before June 30 are assessed a $250 late fee in addition to the $350 renewal fee ($600 total). No wells may be constructed, plugged or pumps installed while a license is lapsed.
After June 30
If you do not complete your CE and submit your renewal by June 30, the grace period expires and your application is treated as a brand-new application, requiring you to retake the board licensing exam.
Who controls
Who controls Oklahoma well driller license renewal?
Renewal authority
Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB)
3800 N. Classen Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Phone: (405) 530-8800
Website: Oklahoma Water Resources Board Well Driller Certification
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Oklahoma water well driller and pump installer licenses
- Approves well driller CE courses under OAC Title 785, Chapter 35
- Receives renewal applications and enforces well construction standards
Getting licensed
Getting licensed
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FAQ
Oklahoma well driller license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does an Oklahoma well driller need?
4 hours (units) each year, totaling 8 hours for a two-year renewal period, including at least 1 hour per year on Oklahoma Rules and Regulations.
When is the deadline?
Renewal applications and proof of CE are due by May 31 of your renewal year, and licenses expire on June 30.
What topics count?
At least 1 hour per year must cover Oklahoma Rules and Regulations. The remaining hours can cover water well or pump system technology, science or health, business practices, and worker health and safety.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. Online and in-person courses approved by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board count toward your hours.
What happens if I file after May 31?
Renewals received between June 1 and June 30 owe a $250 late fee on top of the $350 two-year renewal fee ($600 total). After June 30, you must reapply as a new applicant and retake the exam.
Do hours carry over?
No. Under OAC 785:35-3-2, 4 units must be completed each year (July 1 through June 30) and excess hours do not carry over.
Sources
Official sources for Oklahoma well driller CE rules
- Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Well Driller Certification
- Oklahoma Administrative Code 785:35-3-2 & 785:35-3-3 (Well Driller Licensing and Continuing Education)
- Oklahoma Administrative Code 785:5-1-11 (OWRB Well Driller Fees)
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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