North Dakota PDH requirements
Last checked against board materials . Sources: NDPELS continuing education.
- 30 PDH
- per 2 years
- Biennial
- December 31, by initial licensure year
- 15 PDH
- into next period
- 1 PDH
- of the total
How many PDH does a North Dakota PE need?
In North Dakota, Professional Engineers are obligated to accumulate 30 PDHs biennially to uphold their professional licenses.
All individual registrants must complete thirty professional development hours every two years to renew their license. NDPELS continuing education
When does a North Dakota PE license renew?
Engineer licenses in North Dakota must be renewed by December 31, with the specific timing contingent on the initial year of licensure.
Can North Dakota PEs carry over PDH?
Professionals can transfer a maximum of 15 PDHs into the succeeding renewal term, easing the process for continuous learning and licensure maintenance.
A maximum of fifteen qualifying professional development hours may be forwarded to the subsequent biennial renewal period NDPELS continuing education
Does the North Dakota board pre-approve courses?
The State Board does not engage in the pre-approval of courses or educational providers. It is incumbent upon engineers to ensure their activities adhere to the Board's standards.
The board does not preapprove courses, providers, or activities. NDPELS continuing education
What content counts toward North Dakota PDH?
To qualify, activities must be geared toward direct application in engineering and emphasize the protection of public health, safety, and welfare. A minimum of 20 PDHs should focus on technical subjects or professional management themes relevant to engineering practices, while a maximum of 10 PDHs may be related to non-technical professional management topics. At least one nontechnical PDH must be in an ethics-oriented class.
At least one nontechnical professional development hour must be in an ethics-oriented class. NDPELS continuing education
Which activities count in North Dakota?
For North Dakota engineers, there is no restriction on the number of PDHs obtainable through online continuing education courses.
Other North Dakota rules to know
Dual license holders are required to secure 30 PDHs every two years, with one-third of those credits distinctly applicable to each profession. Record keeping is essential, with a four-year documentation requirement for completed PDHs. Our platform enhances this process by providing instant access to certificates upon successful course or webinar conclusion. For added security and convenience, we ensure your certificates are stored safely for a minimum of ten years and are accessible online through your account at any moment.
Adequate records must be maintained for a minimum of four years from the date of last biennial renewal for auditing purposes. NDPELS continuing education
North Dakota PE continuing education FAQ
I am registered as both PE and PLS. Do I need 60 hours?
No. A dual registrant is not required to obtain more than thirty professional development hours per biennial renewal period. NDPELS continuing education
I meet another state's CPC rules. Does North Dakota accept that?
Yes, if that jurisdiction requires mandatory CPC and you meet North Dakota's minimums. NDPELS continuing education