Understand the current continuing education rules, documentation expectations, and renewal responsibilities for Virginia Professional Engineers.
| Requirement | Current Guidance |
|---|---|
| Total | 16 CE hours every 2 years |
| Special subject | Courses must be relevant to professional practice; ethics, project management, risk management, and HSW topics may qualify when relevant |
| Carryover | Additional hours are valid only for the current renewal and do not carry to a subsequent renewal. |
| Records | Maintain CE records for three years from the license expiration date. |
| Renewal / reporting | Licensees attest to completion at renewal; the Board may conduct random audits. |
| Regulator | Virginia APELSCIDLA Board, Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation |
Most Virginia Professional Engineers complete 16 CE hours every 2 years. Review your individual license status and any first-renewal or hardship provisions before choosing courses.
Courses must be relevant to professional practice; ethics, project management, risk management, and HSW topics may qualify when relevant.
Additional hours are valid only for the current renewal and do not carry to a subsequent renewal.
Maintain CE records for three years from the license expiration date.
Licensees attest to completion at renewal; the Board may conduct random audits.
Online courses may qualify when they satisfy Virginia rules. Review the state requirements and any provider or delivery-method restrictions before relying on online courses for your full renewal requirement.
Review the state course page and select the hours that fit your renewal plan.
