Construction / Residential Contractor Continuing Education / Louisiana
- Louisiana
- Residential Contractor CE
- Residential Building Contractor
- Updated Oct 2026
Louisiana Residential Contractor Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Louisiana residential building contractors need 6 hours of board-approved CE every year, completed before December 31, including topics on codes, protection and the board’s rules.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) requirements
Hours per cycle
6 hrs
Minimum each year from a board-approved provider
Cycle
1 year
CE is required annually (1-, 2- or 3-year license terms available)
Deadline
Dec 31, yearly
Finish your 6 hours before December 31 each year
Online allowed?
Yes
Board-approved online courses count
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Louisiana residential contractor license?
Every Louisiana residential building contractor needs 6 hours of CE each year to maintain and renew their license. Renewal is handled by the state through the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC).
CE applies to
- Residential Building Contractors
Exemptions
- Residential building contractors who also hold a current, valid Building Construction; Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction; Heavy Construction; or Municipal and Public Works Construction commercial classification are considered to have met the CE requirement
- Commercial, mold remediation and home improvement contractors have no state CE requirement
Louisiana residential contractor CE at a glance
Louisiana residential contractor renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) |
| CE required? | Yes, unless you hold a qualifying commercial classification |
| Hours per cycle | 6 hrs |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Required topics | Health, consumer or environmental protection; the Act and board rules; industry practices and codes |
| Online allowed? | Yes |
| Deadline | December 31, every year |
| Who reports | Your CE provider (and keep certificates for 5 years) |
| Carryover | No |
| Grace period | Not stated (licenses expired over 1 year require a new application) |
| Renewal fee | $100 per year |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Louisiana residential contractor license need?
Residential building contractors need at least 6 hours of CE every year from a board-approved provider under LAC 46:XXIX.507, with set hours on protection topics, the law and board rules, and industry practices and codes.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Contractor | 6 hrs | 1 hr health, consumer or environmental protection; 1/2 hr on the Act and Residential Building Contractor Board rules; 2 hrs current industry practices and codes from the board’s approved list | 2.5 hrs approved topics | Board-approved online courses count |
The industry practices and codes hours must come from a list of subjects published and approved by the Residential Building Contractors Subcommittee.
Deadline
When is the Louisiana residential contractor license renewal deadline?
Louisiana residential contractors must finish 6 hours of CE each calendar year by December 31. Even if you renew your license for a 1-, 2- or 3-year term, the 6-hour CE requirement applies every calendar year.
| Deadline rule | December 31 every year for CE; license renewal due by your expiration date |
| Cycle | 1 year (annual CE requirement; 1-, 2- or 3-year renewal terms) |
| Next deadlines | Dec 31, 2026; Dec 31, 2027 |
| Grace period | Not stated (licenses expired more than 1 year cannot be renewed) |
| Late penalty | $50 delinquent fee (La. R.S. 37:2156) |
| CE completion deadline | December 31 every year |
Steps
How to renew a Louisiana residential contractor license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore December 31
Complete 6 hours each calendar year from an LSLBC-approved provider, covering protection topics, the Act and board rules, and industry practices and codes. - Get your certificateSame day
Save your certificate of completion. You must keep it for five years. - Confirm it’s reportedBefore you renew
Approved providers report completions to LSLBC (or you can send certificates to ce@lslbc.gov), and you must keep copies for five years in case the board requests them. - Pay the renewal fee$100/year
Submit your online renewal and $100 annual license fee to the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Look up your license on the LSLBC portal to confirm it’s active.
Providers
Approved Louisiana residential contractor 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. CE must come from a board-approved provider to count.
Approval
How to check a Louisiana residential contractor CE course is approved
Only courses from LSLBC-approved providers count. The industry practices and codes hours must come from a subject list published and approved by the board.
- Confirm the provider appears on the LSLBC approved continuing education provider list before you pay.
- Check that the course covers the required protection, law and rules, and codes topics.
- Make sure your total reaches 6 hours before December 31.
Reporting
How Louisiana residential contractor CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Approved CE providers report completions to the board, and CE questions or certificates can be directed to ce@lslbc.gov. Under LAC 46:XXIX.507, you must keep your certificates for five years and give copies to the board upon request.
- Keep every certificate of completion for five years.
- Provide copies to the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors on request.
- Store copies somewhere you can find them quickly if you’re audited.
Cost
How much does Louisiana residential contractor license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| License renewal fee | $100 per year | LSLBC |
| Late (delinquent) renewal fee | $50 | LSLBC |
| CE course (6 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from La. R.S. 37:2156 and the LSLBC fee schedule, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Louisiana residential contractor license
Late renewals incur a $50 delinquent fee under La. R.S. 37:2156, and failing to complete annual CE can lead to suspension or revocation of your residential license. A license expired for more than one year cannot be renewed and requires a new application.
Late penalty
Renewals submitted after expiration are charged a $50 delinquent fee in addition to the $100 annual renewal fee.
Expired over 1 year
A license that has been expired for more than one year cannot be renewed; you must submit a new license application.
Makeup CE
You still need your 6 annual hours with all required topics before your residential license can be renewed or reactivated.
Who controls
Who controls Louisiana residential contractor license renewal?
Renewal authority
Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)
600 North Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: (225) 765-2301
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Louisiana residential building contractor licenses
- Approves CE providers under LAC 46:XXIX.507
- Can request copies of CE certificates for up to five years
- Enforces licensing and continuing education compliance across Louisiana
Getting licensed
Getting a Louisiana residential contractor license
Need the license first? Our Louisiana guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Louisiana residential contractor license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a Louisiana residential contractor need?
At least 6 hours every year from a board-approved provider.
When is the deadline?
Finish your 6 hours before December 31 each year.
What topics are required?
1 hour on health, consumer or environmental protection, 1/2 hour on the Act and board rules, and 2 hours on current industry practices and codes from the board’s approved list, plus 2.5 hours of approved electives.
How long do I keep my certificates?
Five years. The board can ask for copies at any time during that period.
Is anyone exempt?
Yes. If you also hold a current Building Construction; Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction; Heavy Construction; or Municipal and Public Works Construction commercial classification, you’re considered to have met the requirement.
How much is the renewal fee and late fee?
The base renewal fee is $100 per year, and the late (delinquent) penalty is $50 under La. R.S. 37:2156.
Sources
Official sources for Louisiana residential contractor CE rules
- Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)
- Louisiana Revised Statutes 37:2156
- Louisiana Administrative Code Title 46, Part XXIX
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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