Construction / Gas Fitter Continuing Education / Alabama
- Alabama
- Gas Fitter CE
- Gas Fitters & Plumbers
- Updated Oct 2026
Alabama Gas Fitter Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Alabama gas fitters need 4 hours of board-approved CE every year, finished before November 1, and must renew their license by December 31 to avoid late fees.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board requirements
Hours per cycle
4 hrs
Board-approved CE, every renewal year
Cycle
1 year
Alabama gas fitter licenses expire every year
Deadline
Dec 31 each year
Finish CE before November 1 to avoid added fees
Online allowed?
Yes
The board has approved online CE courses
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for an Alabama gas fitter license?
Every licensed Alabama gas fitter, plumber and designated qualifying representative needs 4 hours of CE each renewal year, unless an exemption applies. Renewal is handled by the state through the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, not by your city.
CE applies to
- Licensed Gas Fitters
- Licensed Plumbers
- Designated Qualifying Representatives
- Holders of both plumbing and gas fitter licenses
Exemptions
- Certified contractors 65 or older, starting the year after they turn 65 (proof of birth date required)
- Your first certification year: no CE to acquire or renew a new certification issued in the current calendar year, if you didn’t already hold one that required CE
- Certificate holders on inactive status
Turning 65 this year?
The age exemption doesn’t apply in the year you turn 65. You still need your 4 hours that year, and you must give the board proof of your birth date to qualify the next year.
Alabama gas fitter CE at a glance
Alabama gas fitter renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board |
| CE required? | Yes, for plumbers, gas fitters and designated qualifying representatives |
| Hours per cycle | 4 hrs |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Required topics | None set; plumbing, gas fitting or business/compliance CE |
| Online allowed? | Yes |
| Deadline | CE before Nov 1; renewal by Dec 31 |
| Who reports | Your CE provider uploads your hours |
| Carryover | No |
| Grace period | None; renewals after December 31 pay a late penalty |
| Renewal fee | $75 journeyman, $175 master |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does an Alabama gas fitter license need?
Alabama gas fitters need 4 hours of board-approved CE every renewal year. Courses can cover gas fitting or plumbing topics, or business and compliance.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Fitter | 4 hrs | None set | Gas fitting or business/compliance topics | Online allowed |
| Plumber | 4 hrs | None set | Plumbing or business/compliance topics | Online allowed |
| Designated Qualifying Representative | 4 hrs | Not stated | Business or code and safety topics | Online allowed |
If you hold both a plumbing and a gas fitting certification, you need 2 hours of plumbing CE and 2 hours of gas fitting CE for 2027 renewals (business/compliance CE can fill either). A rule change operative January 1, 2027 raises that to 4 hours per certification. Extra hours don’t carry over.
Deadline
When is the Alabama gas fitter license renewal deadline?
Alabama gas fitter certificates expire every December 31. The renewal period runs October 1 to December 31. Your CE must be in before November 1, or you’ll need a deficiency plan and fee, and a renewal after December 31 pays a late penalty.
| Deadline rule | Renew by December 31 each year (online by 11:59 pm) |
| Cycle | 1 year (renewal period October 1 to December 31) |
| CE completion deadline | Before November 1; after that you need a board-approved deficiency plan and a $100 deficiency fee |
| Next deadlines | CE before November 1, 2026; renewal by December 31, 2026 |
| Grace period | None |
| Late penalty | Equal to your renewal fee ($75 journeyman, $175 master) after December 31 |
Steps
How to renew an Alabama gas fitter license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore November 1
Complete 4 hours of CE approved by the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board. Finishing before November 1 helps you avoid added fees. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion you get when you finish your course. - Confirm it’s reportedBefore you renew
Your provider uploads your hours to the board. Check CE History in your online profile, and contact the provider if credit is missing. - Pay the renewal fee$75 or $175 fee
Renew with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board by December 31. The fee is $75 for journeymen and $175 for masters. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm with the board that your renewal went through and your license is current for the new year.
Providers
Approved Alabama gas fitter 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 must be approved by the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board to count.
Approval
How to check an Alabama gas fitter CE course is approved
Only courses approved by the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board count toward your 4 hours. Approved courses can focus on business practices or on trade code and safety topics.
- Confirm the course is approved by the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board.
- Check that it awards 4 hours of credit.
- Make sure it applies to the license you’re renewing: gas fitter, plumber or both.
Reporting
How Alabama gas fitter CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Your provider reports your hours: approved providers upload your completions to the board. The board can’t enter CE from third-party providers and doesn’t need your certificates. Proof of CE is due before November 1.
- Check CE History in your online profile to see the hours on record.
- If credit is missing, contact your provider directly.
- Send CE questions and documents to ce@pgfb.alabama.gov.
- If you’re claiming the age exemption, submit the Age Exemption form with proof of your birth date.
Cost
How much does Alabama gas fitter license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate renewal fee | $75 journeyman, $175 master | Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board |
| CE deficiency fee (CE after November 1) | $100 | Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board |
| Late renewal penalty (after December 31) | $75 journeyman, $175 master | Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board |
| CE course (4 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board fee rules (720-X-4-.01 and 720-X-21-.12), checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Alabama gas fitter license
Missing November 1 for CE or December 31 for renewal costs you extra. A late renewal pays a penalty equal to the renewal fee, plus any unpaid fees from earlier years.
Late CE
If your CE isn’t in by November 1, submit a deficiency plan to the board before December 30 and pay the $100 deficiency fee.
Late renewal
Renewals after December 31 pay a penalty equal to the renewal fee, and all unpaid fees from previous years are due too.
Delinquent certificate
Pay back fees and penalties (unless you qualify for a waiver) and complete the 4 hours of CE before you’re made active again.
Inactive status
There’s no inactive fee and no CE while inactive, but you must complete all CE before going back to active status.
Who controls
Who controls Alabama gas fitter license renewal?
Renewal authority
Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
216 Aquarius Dr, Suite 319, Homewood, AL 35209
Phone: (205) 945-4857
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Alabama plumbing and gas fitter licenses
- Approves CE courses for plumbers and gas fitters
- Confirms CE is documented before approving renewals
- Reviews age exemption requests
Getting licensed
Getting an Alabama gas fitter license
Need the license first? Our Alabama guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Alabama gas fitter license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does an Alabama gas fitter need?
4 hours of board-approved CE every renewal year.
When is the deadline?
Finish CE before November 1 to avoid a deficiency plan and fee, and renew your certificate by December 31 to avoid a late penalty.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. The board has approved online CE courses for plumbers and gas fitters.
Is CE required for my first renewal?
Not for a new certification issued during the current calendar year, as long as you didn’t already hold a certification that required CE.
Do I need CE if I’m over 65?
Certified contractors 65 or older are exempt starting the year after they turn 65. You must give the board proof of your birth date.
I hold plumbing and gas fitter licenses. Do I need 8 hours?
For 2027 renewals, you need 2 hours of plumbing CE and 2 hours of gas fitting CE, and business/compliance CE can fill either. A rule change operative January 1, 2027 requires 4 hours per certification after that.
Do hours carry over?
No. Extra hours can’t be used toward the next year.
Who reports my hours?
Your provider uploads them. Check CE History in your online profile, and contact the provider if credit is missing.
Sources
Official sources for Alabama gas fitter CE rules
- Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
- International Fuel Gas Code (ICC)
- Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
- Ala. Admin. Code 720-X-21, Continuing Education
- Ala. Admin. Code 720-X-21-.02 (amended 2026)
- Ala. Admin. Code 720-X-4, Fees
- Ala. Admin. Code 720-X-9, Late Renewal Penalty
- 2027 Renewals CE FAQs
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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