Oregon PDH requirements
Last checked against board materials . Sources: OSBEELS continuing education information.
- 30 PDH
- per 2 years
- Biennial
- Dec 31 / Jun 30 by last name (A–F, G–K, L–R, S–Z)
- 15 PDH
- into next period
- Not required
- no subject mandate
How many PDH does an Oregon PE need?
Oregon PEs obtain 30 PDH during each biennial registration period. There is no mandatory ethics hour, and a registrant holding any combination of engineer, land surveyor, photogrammetrist, or water rights examiner registrations still owes 30 in total.
30 professional development hours (PDH) must be obtained by every registrant during each biennial period in order to complete their renewal. OSBEELS continuing education information
When does an Oregon PE license renew?
The renewal deadlines in Oregon vary based on the licensee's last name: A-F renew by December 31 of odd-numbered years; G-K by June 30 of odd-numbered years; L-R by December 31 of even-numbered years; and S-Z by June 30 of even-numbered years.
Can Oregon PEs carry over PDH?
Should engineers exceed the required PDHs within a renewal period, a maximum of 15 PDHs can be transferred to the next cycle.
A maximum of 15 PDH units may be carried forward into the next registration period. OSBEELS continuing education information
Does the Oregon board pre-approve courses?
Oregon's Board does not pre-approve courses or providers. Engineers have the responsibility to ensure their continuing education activities comply with the Board's standards.
What content counts toward Oregon PDH?
To comply with Oregon's mandates, courses must be technical and relevant to the engineer's current profession and licensure.
Which activities count in Oregon?
The Board acknowledges internet-based courses as an acceptable method for engineers to acquire their PDHs, offering flexibility and a wide range of learning opportunities.
Other Oregon rules to know
For professionals holding dual licenses, the biennial requirement remains at 30 PDHs. It's crucial for engineers to keep detailed records of their PDH completion for at least 5 years. Our platform simplifies this with features allowing instant access, printing of certificates, and secure online storage for a minimum of ten years, accessible anytime through your account.
Supporting documentation of PDHs received must be retained for five (5) years and submitted to the Board when requested to participate in an audit. OSBEELS continuing education information
Oregon PE continuing education FAQ
I was licensed partway through the period. How many hours do I owe?
Registrants licensed for six months or more of a period owe a prorated amount; under six months, none for that period. OSBEELS continuing education information
How does the audit work?
A random 3 percent of registrants is selected each January and July; documentation must go back five years. OSBEELS continuing education information