Construction / HVAC Continuing Education / Arkansas
- Arkansas
- HVAC CE
- Class A, B, D & E
- Updated Oct 2026
Arkansas HVAC Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Arkansas HVACR license holders need 8 hours of CE each International Mechanical Code cycle, including 4 hours on the mechanical code adopted by the Board, and renew their license every year.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing requirements
Hours per cycle
8 hrs
4 hours must be on the adopted mechanical code
Cycle
Each code cycle
8 hours per published IMC code cycle; licenses renew every year
Deadline
Your license expiration
Last day of the month, one year from original issue
Online allowed?
Yes, if board-approved
The board’s approved course list includes online courses
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for an Arkansas HVACR license?
Arkansas HVACR license holders (Class A, B, D and E) need CE to renew. Renewal is handled by the state HVACR Licensing Board, not by your city. Act 746 of 2025 repealed the Class C license and moved active Class C licenses to Class B.
CE applies to
- Class A license holders
- Class B license holders (including former Class C holders)
- Class D license holders
- Class E license holders
Exemptions
- Registrants are not required to complete CE
- Deployed uniformed service members and spouses, until 180 days after the service member returns
Arkansas HVAC CE at a glance
Arkansas HVAC renewal, one box
| Renewed with | HVACR Licensing Board, Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing |
| CE required? | Yes, for licensees; not for registrants |
| Hours per cycle | 8 hrs |
| Cycle | Each IMC code cycle (license renews yearly) |
| Required topics | 4 hrs mechanical code |
| Online allowed? | Yes, if board-approved |
| Deadline | Yearly, last day of the month your license was issued |
| Who reports | Your course provider (attendance roster to the board) |
| Carryover | Not stated |
| Grace period | None stated; $10/month late fee for up to 36 months |
| Renewal fee | $200/yr Class A; $150/yr Class B, D & E |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does an Arkansas HVACR license need?
Every HVACR license class needs 8 hours of CE each International Mechanical Code cycle: 4 hours on the mechanical code as adopted by the Board and 4 hours on any other Board-approved topic. Act 746 of 2025 changed the requirement from 4 hours a year to 8 hours per IMC code cycle.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class A, B, D & E | 8 hrs | 4 hrs mechanical code as adopted by the Board | 4 hrs on any Board-approved topic | Online counts if the course is Board-approved |
| Registrant | 0 hrs | None | None | Not applicable |
Act 746 of 2025 repealed the Class C license. Active Class C licenses were grandfathered to Class B, which now covers equipment up to 25 tons.
Deadline
When is the Arkansas HVACR license renewal deadline?
Arkansas HVACR licenses expire on the last day of the month, one year from the original date of issue, so you renew every year. CE is due each IMC code cycle, before you submit your renewal. Renewal opens on the first day of the month your license expires.
| Deadline rule | Yearly, the last day of the month your license was issued |
| Cycle | CE each IMC code cycle; license renews every year |
| Grace period | None stated; expired licenses can be reinstated for 36 months with late fees |
| Late penalty | $10 per month plus past-due license fees; after 36 months, retake the exam |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your renewal |
Steps
How to renew an Arkansas HVACR license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore your deadline
Complete 8 hours of Board-approved CE each IMC code cycle, with 4 hours on the mechanical code the Board has adopted. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion when you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedBefore you renew
Your course provider sends an attendance roster to the Board, and that roster is the only accepted proof of credit. Check that your hours are on file before you renew. - Pay the renewal fee$150–$200 a year
Renew online and pay $200 a year for Class A or $150 a year for Class B, D or E. Class holders also upload proof of general liability insurance. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Look up your license with the Department of Labor and Licensing to confirm it renewed.
Providers
Approved Arkansas HVACR 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.
Approval
How to check an Arkansas HVAC CE course is approved
Courses must be approved by the Board to count. Half of your 8 hours must cover the mechanical code as the Board has adopted it.
- Confirm the course is approved by the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing before you pay.
- Check that at least 4 hours cover the adopted mechanical code.
- Make sure your remaining 4 hours are on a Board-approved topic.
Reporting
How Arkansas HVAC CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Your course provider reports your hours. After a Board-approved course, the provider completes an attendance roster and submits it to the Board, and that roster is the only document accepted to confirm credit. The Board keeps the rosters and a list of approved courses.
- Keep a certificate of completion for every course.
- Track your code hours and other hours separately.
- Providers keep attendance records for at least five years.
- Check that your hours are on file before you renew.
Cost
How much does Arkansas HVACR license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| License renewal fee | $200 a year (Class A); $150 a year (Class B, D, E); $25 a year (registrant) | Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing |
| Late fee | $10 per month plus past-due license fees, for up to 36 months | Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing |
| CE course (8 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from Arkansas Code § 17-33-204 (as amended by Act 746 of 2025) and the HVAC/R Board’s August 2025 notice on Act 746, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Arkansas HVACR license
Expired Arkansas HVACR licenses pick up a $10 monthly late fee plus past-due license fees for up to 36 months. After 36 months you must pay everything owed and retake the exam for your license class.
Grace period
None stated. Late fees start once your license expires.
Reinstatement
Pay current and past-due license fees, $10 per month in late fees and any civil penalties. After 36 months expired, you must also retake the exam.
Deferment
The Board ended its license deferment program in 2025; deferred licenses now expire on their normal date.
Makeup CE
You still need the 8 required hours before you can renew.
Who controls
Who controls Arkansas HVACR license renewal?
Renewal authority
HVACR Licensing Board, Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing
900 West Capitol, Suite 400, Little Rock, AR 72201
501-682-9201
adll.hvac@arkansas.gov
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Arkansas HVACR licenses
- Approves HVACR CE courses
- Adopts the mechanical code used for CE
Getting licensed
Getting an Arkansas HVAC license
Need the license first? Our Arkansas guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Arkansas HVACR license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does an Arkansas HVACR license need?
8 hours each IMC code cycle: 4 on the adopted mechanical code and 4 on any Board-approved topic.
Do registrants need CE?
No. Registrants are not required to complete CE.
When is the deadline?
Licenses expire on the last day of the month, one year from the original issue date, so you renew every year. Finish your CE before you submit your renewal.
Can I take CE online?
Yes, if the course is Board-approved. The Board’s approved course list marks which courses are offered online.
Who reports my hours?
Your course provider sends an attendance roster to the Board. Keep your certificates and check that your hours are on file.
Do hours carry over?
The rules don’t say extra hours carry over, so plan on 8 new hours each cycle.
What happens if my license expires?
You pay a $10 monthly late fee plus past-due license fees for up to 36 months. After 36 months you must also retake the exam.
What happened to the Class C license?
Act 746 of 2025 repealed it. Active Class C licenses were moved to Class B.
Sources
Official sources for Arkansas HVAC CE rules
- Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing, HVACR licensing
- International Mechanical Code (IMC)
- International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
- HVAC/R Board notice on Act 746 of 2025
- HVAC/R approved CEU courses (updated March 13, 2026)
- HVAC/R continuing education rule (Section XXI)
- Renewing a Class Holder License (A, B, D & E)
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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