Construction / Plumber Continuing Education / Utah
- Utah
- Plumber CE
- Apprentice to Master
- Updated Oct 2026
Utah Plumber Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Utah plumbers need 12 hours of DOPL-approved CE every 2 years, including at least 8 hours of core subjects, before their license expires on November 30 of even years.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) requirements
Hours per cycle
12 hrs
8 hours core plus 4 hours core or professional
Cycle
2 years
Licenses expire in even years
Deadline
Nov 30, even years
Next deadline is November 30, 2026
Online allowed?
Yes, all hours
DOPL approves online plumbing CE courses
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Utah plumber license?
Every Utah plumbing license class, from apprentice to master, needs 12 hours of CE to renew under Utah Administrative Code Rule R156-55c-304. Renewal is handled by the state through DOPL, not by your city.
CE applies to
- Master Plumbers
- Journeyman Plumbers
- Residential Master Plumbers
- Residential Journeyman Plumbers
- Apprentice Plumbers
Exemptions
- None stated in Rule R156-55c-304
Utah plumber CE at a glance
Utah plumber renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) |
| CE required? | Yes, for all listed plumbing license classes |
| Hours per cycle | 12 hrs |
| Cycle | 2 years |
| Required topics | 8 hrs core subjects, 4 hrs core or professional subjects |
| Online allowed? | Yes, all hours |
| Deadline | Nov 30, even years |
| Who reports | CE provider (to DOPL’s online CE registry) |
| Carryover | No |
| Grace period | 30 days with $20 late fee; up to 2 years with $50 reinstatement fee |
| Renewal fee | $74 ($68 base fee + $6 surcharges) |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Utah plumber license need?
Every class needs the same 12 hours each 2-year cycle under Rule R156-55c-304: at least 8 hours of core subjects and 4 hours of core or professional subjects.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master & Journeyman Plumber | 12 hrs | 8 hrs core | 4 hrs core or professional | Online or live classroom |
| Residential Master & Residential Journeyman Plumber | 12 hrs | 8 hrs core | 4 hrs core or professional | Online or live classroom |
| Apprentice Plumber | 12 hrs | 8 hrs core | 4 hrs core or professional | Online or live classroom |
Core subjects include plumbing code changes and safety. Professional subjects cover business topics such as project management, employee management and accounting.
Deadline
When is the Utah plumber license renewal deadline?
Utah plumbing licenses expire on November 30 of every even year. Finish your 12 hours before November 30 and renew with DOPL.
| Deadline rule | November 30 of even years |
| Cycle | 2 years |
| Next deadlines | November 30, 2026; November 30, 2028 |
| Grace period | 30-day late renewal window (with $20 late fee); reinstatement up to 2 years |
| Late penalty | $20 late fee within 30 days; $50 reinstatement fee from 31 days to 2 years |
| CE completion deadline | Before November 30 |
Steps
How to renew a Utah plumber license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore Nov 30
Complete 12 hours of DOPL-approved CE: at least 8 hours of core subjects and 4 hours of core or professional subjects. - Get your certificateSame day
Save or print the certificate of completion for each course and retain it for two years after the renewal period. - Confirm it’s reportedBefore you renew
Approved CE providers upload your hours to DOPL’s online Continuing Education Registry. Confirm your 12 hours are posted before renewing. - Pay the renewal fee$74 total
Submit your renewal and $74 fee ($68 base fee plus $5 education surcharge and $1 e-library surcharge) to DOPL through My License One before November 30. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm DOPL shows your license as renewed for the next 2-year cycle.
Providers
Approved Utah 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. Courses must be approved by DOPL to count toward your 12 hours.
Approval
How to check a Utah plumber CE course is approved
Only DOPL-approved courses count toward Utah plumbing CE under Rule R156-55c-304. Make sure your 12 hours split correctly between core and professional subjects.
- Confirm the course is approved by DOPL before you pay.
- Check whether it counts as core or professional hours.
- Make sure you have at least 8 core hours in your 12-hour total.
Reporting
How Utah plumber CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Approved CE providers upload completed hours directly to DOPL’s online Continuing Education Registry. You submit your own renewal application to DOPL once your hours are on file.
- Keep a certificate of completion for every course for at least two years after the renewal period in case of an audit.
- Track your core and professional hours separately.
- Verify on DOPL’s Continuing Education Registry that all 12 hours are recorded before renewing.
Cost
How much does Utah plumber license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| License renewal fee | $74 ($68 base fee + $5 education fund + $1 e-library surcharge) | DOPL |
| Late renewal fee (within 30 days) | $20 | DOPL |
| Reinstatement fee (31 days to 2 years) | $50 | DOPL |
| CE courses (12 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the Utah DOPL fee schedule and Rule R156-1-308g, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Utah plumber license
Every Utah plumbing license expires on November 30 of even years. Under Rule R156-1-308g, you can renew late within 30 days or reinstate up to two years past expiration.
Within 30 days after expiration
Complete your 12 CE hours and pay the $74 renewal fee plus a $20 late fee.
31 days to 2 years after expiration
Submit a reinstatement application, complete your 12 CE hours, and pay the $74 renewal fee plus a $50 reinstatement fee.
Makeup CE
You still need the 12 required hours logged on DOPL’s CE Registry before you can renew or reinstate.
Who controls
Who controls Utah plumber license renewal?
Renewal authority
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)
Heber M. Wells Building, 160 East 300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone: (801) 530-6628
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Utah plumbing licenses
- Approves plumbing CE courses and tracks completions in the CE Registry
- Sets the November 30 even-year renewal deadline and 12-hour CE requirement under Rule R156-55c-304
Getting licensed
Getting a Utah plumber license
Need the license first? Our Utah guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Utah plumber license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a Utah plumber need?
12 hours every 2 years: at least 8 hours of core subjects and 4 hours of core or professional subjects.
When is the deadline?
November 30 of even years. The next deadline is November 30, 2026.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. DOPL approves online plumbing CE courses for all 12 required hours.
Do apprentices need CE?
Yes. Apprentice Plumbers need the same 12 hours as journeymen and masters.
Who reports my hours?
Approved CE providers report completions directly to DOPL’s Continuing Education Registry. Keep your certificates for two years in case of an audit.
Do hours carry over?
No. Excess hours do not carry over to the next two-year licensing cycle.
Sources
Official sources for Utah plumber CE rules
- Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL), Plumbing
- Utah Administrative Code Rule R156-55c, Plumbers Licensing Act Rule
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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