Vermont plumber license renewal & CE requirements

When to renew, how many continuing-education hours you need, which topics are required, and where to find approved courses. Checked .

Quick answer

Renewal rules by license

Journeyman Plumber

RenewalEvery 2 years. Expires last day of a Board-designated month (§ 2195). Renew before expiration with fee + CE. Within 90 days late: $15 reinstatement + renewal fee. After 90 days: appear before the Board.Source: legislature.vermont.gov · as of
CE hours & topics8 hours per 24-month period before renewal
  • Board-approved continued training or instruction
  • Vermont Energy Goals education module (≤2 hours; required for initial and renewal under § 2193(f))
§ 2195(d): 8 hours Board-approved CE in the prior 24 months. Separately, § 2193(f) requires the Energy Goals module (≤2 hours) for initial licensure and renewal.
Source: legislature.vermont.gov · as of · Energy Goals: legislature.vermont.gov
Fees
  • Journeyman license (initial): $90
  • Journeyman renewal: $90
  • License certificate (optional): $10
  • Prov exam: $80
  • Late reinstatement (within 90 days): $15
Source: legislature.vermont.gov · as of · Exam: Prov bulletin. Reinstatement fee: § 2195.

Approved CE provider lists (official)

FAQ

When do licenses renew?

Every 2 years on a Board-designated month-end. Renewal $90.

How much CE?

8 hours Board-approved CE in the prior 24 months, plus the Vermont Energy Goals module.

Not licensed yet? See How to get a plumber license in Vermont.

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