Construction / Plumber Continuing Education / Idaho
- Idaho
- Plumber CE
- Journey-Level & Contractor
- Updated Oct 2026
Idaho Plumber Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Idaho plumbers don’t need any CE to renew as of October 2023, but they still renew and pay their fees with DOPL.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) requirements
Hours per cycle
None
CE no longer required as of October 2023
Cycle
3 years
Certificates run 3 years from the date of issue
Deadline
3 years from issue
Renew during the month before it expires
Online allowed?
Not applicable
No CE hours are required
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for an Idaho plumber license?
No one. As of October 2023, Idaho journey-level plumbers and plumbing contractors no longer need CE to renew. You still renew with the state through DOPL and pay the renewal fees.
CE applies to
- Journey-level Plumbers
- Plumbing Contractors
Exemptions
- All Idaho plumbers are exempt from CE as of October 2023
You still have to renew
Dropping the CE rule didn’t drop renewal. Submit your renewal and pay all applicable fees to DOPL on time.
Idaho plumber CE at a glance
Idaho plumber renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) |
| CE required? | No, not since October 2023 |
| Hours per cycle | None |
| Cycle | 3 years |
| Required topics | None |
| Online allowed? | Not applicable |
| Deadline | 3 years from your certificate’s issue date |
| Who reports | Not applicable |
| Carryover | Not applicable |
| Grace period | None; revive within 2 years by paying the full initial fee |
| Renewal fee | $21.60 (journeyman, 3 years); $108 (contractor) |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does an Idaho plumber license need?
Idaho plumbers need 0 hours of CE. The requirement ended in October 2023.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journey-level Plumber | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Plumbing Contractor | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Deadline
When is the Idaho plumber license renewal deadline?
Idaho plumbing certificates of competency run three years and expire three years from the date of issue. You can renew any time during the month before your certificate expires.
| Deadline rule | 3 years from your certificate’s issue date; renew during the month before it expires |
| Cycle | 3 years |
| Grace period | None. A lapsed certificate can be revived within 2 years without an exam by paying the full initial fee |
| Late penalty | Reinstatement at the full initial fee: $29.40 for a journeyman, $147 for a contractor |
| CE completion deadline | Not applicable, no CE required |
Steps
How to renew an Idaho plumber license, step by step
- Take approved CENot required
Idaho plumbers no longer need CE to renew, so there’s no course to take. Any training you take is optional. - Get your certificateNot required
There’s no CE certificate to submit for an Idaho plumbing renewal. - Confirm it’s reportedNot required
With no CE requirement, there are no hours to report. - Pay the renewal fee$21.60 fee
Submit your renewal and pay the fee to DOPL: $21.60 for a journeyman or $108 for a contractor. Call 208-334-3233 if you have questions. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Look up your license with DOPL to confirm the new expiration date.
Providers
Approved Idaho 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.
Approval
How to check an Idaho plumber CE course is approved
Idaho doesn’t require plumber CE for renewal anymore, so there are no courses to get approved. Training you take for your own development isn’t needed for your license.
- Confirm on the DOPL website that the no-CE rule still applies to your license.
- Call DOPL at 208-334-3233 if you aren’t sure.
Reporting
How Idaho plumber CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
There’s nothing to report. Idaho plumbers renew with DOPL without submitting CE hours.
- No CE certificates are needed for renewal.
- Keep your renewal confirmation from DOPL.
Cost
How much does Idaho plumber license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Journeyman renewal (3 years) | $21.60 | Idaho DOPL |
| Contractor renewal (3 years) | $108 | Idaho DOPL |
| Reinstatement (journeyman / contractor) | $29.40 / $147 | Idaho DOPL |
Fees from the State Plumbing Board fee table on the DOPL website, checked October 2026. Specialty journeyman and specialty contractor fees match the journeyman and contractor fees.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Idaho plumber license
There’s no grace period. If you don’t renew on time, your certificate lapses, but you can revive it within two years without retaking the exam by paying the full initial fee.
Grace period
None. Your certificate lapses if you don’t renew before it expires.
Revival
Within 2 years, revive without an exam by paying the full initial fee: $29.40 for a journeyman or $147 for a contractor.
Inactive status
Plumbing and specialty contractors who aren’t contracting in Idaho can renew inactive for up to $36. Going active again costs $30 plus a $2,000 compliance bond.
Makeup CE
None needed. Idaho doesn’t require CE to renew.
Who controls
Who controls Idaho plumber license renewal?
Renewal authority
Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL)
11341 W. Chinden Blvd., Building 4, Boise, ID 83714
Phone: 208-334-3233
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Idaho plumbing licenses
- Collects renewal fees
- Sets plumbing license rules, including the end of the CE requirement in October 2023
Getting licensed
Getting an Idaho plumber license
Need the license first? Our Idaho guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Idaho plumber license CE FAQs
Do Idaho plumbers need continuing education?
No. As of October 2023, journey-level plumbers and plumbing contractors no longer need CE to renew.
Do I still have to renew my license?
Yes. You still submit your renewal and pay all applicable fees to DOPL.
Who do I contact about renewal?
Idaho DOPL at 208-334-3233, or the DOPL plumbing licensing website.
When is the deadline?
Your certificate expires three years from its issue date. You can renew during the month before it expires.
What happens if I miss the deadline?
Your certificate lapses. You can revive it within two years without an exam by paying the full initial fee, $29.40 for a journeyman or $147 for a contractor.
Sources
Official sources for Idaho plumber CE rules
- Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, plumbing licensing
- State Plumbing Board, DOPL
- State Plumbing Board FAQs
- Idaho DOPL Online Services
- Idaho Code 54-2617, Certificate expiration and renewal
- IDAPA 24.39.20, Rules Governing Plumbing
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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