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- Updated Oct 2026
Nevada Well Driller Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Nevada water well drillers need 8 Continuing Education Units (8 hours) approved by the Nevada Division of Water Resources every year before their license expires on June 30, with online renewal applications due by June 15.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Nevada Division of Water Resources requirements
Hours per cycle
8 hrs (8 CEUs)
Approved by the Nevada Division of Water Resources
Cycle
1 year
Licenses renew annually (July 1 – June 30)
Deadline
Jun 30, yearly
Submit renewal by June 15 in WDMS to prevent a lapse
Online allowed?
Yes
NDWR-approved Internet courses count under NAC 534.2927
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Nevada well driller license?
Every licensed Nevada water well driller needs 8 CEUs each licensing period (July 1 through June 30) to renew under NAC 534.2923 and NAC 534.2927. Renewal is handled at the state level by the Nevada Division of Water Resources (NDWR) through the Well Driller Management System (WDMS) portal.
CE applies to
- Licensed Nevada water well drillers
- Newly licensed drillers heading into their first renewal
Exemptions
- None stated in our sources
Nevada well driller CE at a glance
Nevada well driller renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Nevada Division of Water Resources (NDWR) |
| CE required? | Yes |
| Hours per cycle | 8 hrs (8 CEUs) |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Required topics | Approved industry topics; NDWR statutes/regulations course once every 2 consecutive cycles |
| Online allowed? | Yes |
| Deadline | June 30 every year (submit by June 15) |
| Who reports | Licensee uploads CE documentation in the NDWR WDMS portal |
| Carryover | Yes, tracked in NDWR Carry Over CEU reports |
| Grace period | None past June 30 (submit by June 15 to avoid a lapse) |
| Renewal fee | $50 |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Nevada well driller license need?
You need 8 hours (8 CEUs) of CE every year, and all of it must be pre-approved by the Nevada Division of Water Resources. At least once every two consecutive licensing renewal periods, your CEUs must include the NDWR course Nevada Well Drilling Regulations, Statutes, and Forms.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Well Driller | 8 hrs (8 CEUs) | NDWR Statutes, Regulations & Forms course at least once every 2 consecutive cycles | Approved water well industry topics | Online allowed (NAC 534.2927) |
Accepted topic areas include water wells or pump systems technology, science or health, business practices, worker health and safety, and government rules and regulations.
Deadline
When is the Nevada well driller license renewal deadline?
Nevada well driller licenses expire June 30 every year. NDWR requires renewal applications and CE documentation to be submitted electronically through the WDMS portal no later than June 15 to ensure continuous licensure and prevent a lapse.
| Deadline rule | Licenses expire June 30 every year (submit renewal by June 15) |
| Cycle | 1 year (July 1 – June 30) |
| Next deadlines | June 30, 2027 (submit by June 15, 2027) |
| Grace period | None past June 30; file by June 15 to avoid a lapse |
| Late penalty | Expired licenses require reapplication ($100 fee) or reinstatement under NAC 534 |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your renewal in WDMS (by June 15) |
Steps
How to renew a Nevada well driller license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore June 15
Complete 8 CEUs approved by the Nevada Division of Water Resources (including the NDWR regulations course at least once every two consecutive cycles). - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion for each course you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedBy June 15
Log into the NDWR Well Driller Management System (WDMS) online portal and upload your CEU documentation. - Pay the renewal fee$50 fee
Submit your electronic renewal application and $50 annual renewal fee in WDMS no later than June 15. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm in WDMS that your license is renewed through the next June 30.
Providers
Approved Nevada well driller 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. All training must be approved by the Nevada Division of Water Resources.
Approval
How to check a Nevada well driller CE course is approved
Only training pre-approved by the Nevada Division of Water Resources under NAC 534.2927 counts toward your 8 CEUs. NAC 534.2927 allows approved Internet courses, college courses, seminars and workshops.
- Confirm the course is on the NDWR approved list before you pay, as not all online well drilling courses are approved in Nevada.
- Complete the mandatory NDWR course (Nevada Well Drilling Regulations, Statutes, and Forms) at least once every two consecutive renewal cycles.
- Make sure your total reaches 8 CEUs before you file by June 15.
Reporting
How Nevada well driller CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
All license renewals and continuing education documentation uploads are submitted digitally through the NDWR Well Driller Management System (WDMS) online portal.
- Keep a digital copy of every certificate of completion.
- Upload your CE certificates directly into the WDMS portal when filing your renewal.
- Check your NDWR Carry Over CEU report in the portal to verify your recorded balance.
Cost
How much does Nevada well driller license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Annual license renewal fee | $50 | Nevada Division of Water Resources |
| New / initial license application fee | $100 | Nevada Division of Water Resources |
| CE courses (8 CEUs) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Renewal fees and CE documentation are submitted online through the NDWR Well Driller Management System (WDMS).
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Nevada well driller license
Nevada well driller licenses expire June 30 each year. Submitting your renewal after June 15 risks a lapse in licensure on July 1.
June 15 submission cutoff
Submit your renewal and 8 CEUs in WDMS by June 15 so your license does not lapse on June 30.
Makeup CE
You must complete all required CEUs, including the mandatory NDWR regulations course if due, before your license can be renewed.
Who controls
Who controls Nevada well driller license renewal?
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Nevada water well driller licenses via the WDMS portal
- Approves continuing education training under NAC 534.2927
- Enforces the 8-CEU annual requirement and the mandatory Nevada regulations course
Getting licensed
Getting licensed
We haven’t published a Nevada license guide for this profession yet. Tell us if you need one.
FAQ
Nevada well driller license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a Nevada well driller need?
8 Continuing Education Units (8 hours) every year, approved by the Nevada Division of Water Resources. At least once every two consecutive renewal cycles, your CEUs must include the NDWR course on Nevada Well Drilling Regulations, Statutes, and Forms.
When is the deadline?
Licenses expire June 30 every year, and electronic renewal applications must be submitted in the WDMS portal no later than June 15 to prevent a lapse.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. NAC 534.2927 allows Internet courses that are pre-approved by the Nevada Division of Water Resources.
Who reports my hours?
You upload your CEU completion certificates directly through the NDWR Well Driller Management System (WDMS) online portal when renewing.
Do hours carry over?
Yes. NDWR tracks Carry Over CEUs on its official well driller compliance reports in the WDMS portal.
How much is the annual renewal fee?
The annual well driller license renewal fee is $50.
Sources
Official sources for Nevada well driller CE rules
- Nevada Division of Water Resources – Well Driller Licensing
- Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 534 (NAC 534.2923 & 534.2927)
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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