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- Updated Oct 2026
Oregon Well Driller Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Oregon water well drillers need 14 hours of approved CE every two years, including at least 2 hours on groundwater and well construction statutes and rules, before their license expires June 30.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Oregon Water Resources Department requirements
Hours per cycle
14 hrs
At least 2 hours on well construction statutes and rules
Cycle
2 years
Licenses renew every two years
Deadline
Jun 30
Every second year on June 30
Online allowed?
Yes
Online courses pre-approved by the continuing education committee count
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for an Oregon well driller license?
Every licensed Oregon Water Supply Well Constructor (water well driller) needs CE to renew. Renewal is handled by the state through the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD).
CE applies to
- Licensed Oregon Water Supply Well Constructors (water well drillers)
Exemptions
- None stated in our sources
Oregon well driller CE at a glance
Oregon well driller renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) |
| CE required? | Yes |
| Hours per cycle | 14 hrs |
| Cycle | 2 years |
| Required topics | Min 2 hrs groundwater & well construction statutes and rules |
| Online allowed? | Yes |
| Deadline | June 30, every two years |
| Who reports | Licensee submits evidence of completion with renewal |
| Carryover | No |
| Grace period | None for working; up to 12 months to renew with late fee before re-testing |
| Renewal fee | $165 ($150 base under OAR 690-205-0025) |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does an Oregon well driller license need?
You need 14 continuing education credits (14 hours) of approved CE every two years. At least 2 hours must cover groundwater and well construction statutes and administrative rules, and limits apply to safety and hazardous materials hours.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Supply Well Constructor | 14 hrs | Min 2 hrs groundwater & well construction statutes and rules | 12 hrs approved well construction or related topics | Up to 8 hrs safety, first aid, CPR & hazmat (max 4 hazmat, max 4 safety/first aid/CPR) |
Up to 8 hours can come from safety, first aid, CPR and hazardous materials training, with no more than 4 hours from hazardous materials and no more than 4 hours from safety, first aid and CPR.
Deadline
When is the Oregon well driller license renewal deadline?
Oregon well driller licenses expire every two years on June 30. Finish your 14 hours and renew with the Oregon Water Resources Department before then.
| Deadline rule | June 30, every two years |
| Cycle | 2 years |
| Grace period | None for working; up to 12 months after June 30 to renew late before re-examination is required |
| Late penalty | $165 late renewal fee on the OWRD portal ($100 statutory penalty in OAR 690-205-0025) |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your renewal |
Steps
How to renew an Oregon well driller license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore your deadline
Complete 14 hours of CE approved by the Oregon Water Resources Department, including at least 2 hours on groundwater and well construction statutes and rules. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion for each course you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedBefore you renew
Submit evidence of your completed continuing education credits to the Oregon Water Resources Department so your account is cleared for renewal. - Pay the renewal fee$165 fee
Submit your renewal application and fee to the Oregon Water Resources Department online (once your CE is on file) or by mail. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm with the Oregon Water Resources Department that your license shows its new two-year June 30 expiration date.
Providers
Approved Oregon 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 Well Constructors Continuing Education Committee and the Oregon Water Resources Department to count.
Approval
How to check an Oregon well driller CE course is approved
All training must be approved by the Well Constructors Continuing Education Committee and the Oregon Water Resources Department. The department caps safety, first aid, CPR and hazardous materials hours, so plan your mix.
- Confirm the course is approved by the Oregon Water Resources Department before you pay.
- Include at least 2 hours on groundwater and well construction statutes and rules.
- Keep hazardous materials to 4 hours and safety, first aid and CPR to 4 hours.
- Make sure your total reaches 14 hours before June 30 of your renewal year.
Reporting
How Oregon well driller CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Under OAR 690-205, you must submit evidence of your completed continuing education credits to the Oregon Water Resources Department at or before renewal. You can only renew online after your required CE is recorded on file with OWRD.
- Keep a certificate of completion for every course.
- Track your hours by topic to show you met the 2-hour minimum and stayed within the safety and hazmat limits.
- Submit your CE documentation to the Oregon Water Resources Department before you renew.
Cost
How much does Oregon well driller license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| License renewal fee (2 years) | $165 ($150 base under OAR 690-205-0025) | Oregon Water Resources Department |
| Late renewal fee (within 12 months of expiration) | $165 ($100 base penalty under OAR 690-205-0025) | Oregon Water Resources Department |
| CE courses (14 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the Oregon Water Resources Department well constructor renewal page and OAR 690-205-0025, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Oregon well driller license
If you do not renew by June 30 of your expiration year, your license expires and you cannot construct or alter wells until you renew with the Oregon Water Resources Department.
Late renewal (up to 12 months)
You can renew up to 12 months after June 30 by submitting proof of your 14 CE credits and paying both the renewal fee and the late penalty fee.
Expired more than 12 months
If you fail to renew within 12 months after expiration, you must retake and pass the water well constructor licensing exam.
Who controls
Who controls Oregon well driller license renewal?
Renewal authority
Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD)
Phone: (971) 287-8305
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Oregon water supply well constructor licenses
- Approves well driller CE courses with the Continuing Education Committee
- Sets the 14-hour CE requirement and topic limits under OAR 690-205
Getting licensed
Getting licensed
We haven’t published a Oregon license guide for this profession yet. Tell us if you need one.
FAQ
Oregon well driller license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does an Oregon well driller need?
14 hours every two years, including at least 2 hours on groundwater and well construction statutes and administrative rules.
When is the deadline?
Oregon well driller licenses expire every two years on June 30. Finish your CE and renew before then.
Can safety training count?
Yes, up to 8 hours from safety, first aid, CPR and hazardous materials, with no more than 4 hours from hazmat and 4 from safety, first aid and CPR.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. Online courses pre-approved by the Well Constructors Continuing Education Committee and OWRD count toward your 14 hours.
Who reports my hours?
You must submit evidence of your completed CE credits to the Oregon Water Resources Department before your license can be renewed.
Do hours carry over?
No. Excess continuing education credits earned during one two-year licensing period cannot be applied to future licensing periods.
Sources
Official sources for Oregon well driller CE rules
- Oregon Water Resources Department, Well Constructor Continuing Education
- Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 690, Division 205 (Water Supply Well Constructor Licensing)
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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