Visit the official North Carolina engineering board site
Renewal and PDH at a glance
| Renewal cycle | Annual; renews December 31 |
|---|---|
| PDH hours required | 15 PDH per renewal period |
| Ethics hours | At least 1 PDH in ethics or rules of professional conduct |
| State laws or rules hours | Check with your board |
| Carryover | Up to 15 PDH may be carried forward into the subsequent renewal period |
| Path to a PE license | ABET-accredited engineering degree, FE exam, about four years of qualifying experience under a PE, then the PE exam |
| Firm registration | Check with your board |
What this means for firm owners in North Carolina
North Carolina PE licenses renew on this schedule: annual; renews December 31.
Track each PE’s renewal dates and continuing education records. North Carolina requires 15 PDH per renewal period, including at least 1 PDH in ethics or rules of professional conduct. Up to 15 PDH may be carried into the next renewal period.
When hiring a PE licensed elsewhere, confirm the board’s comity process and how an NCEES Record may be used. Check the board site for current requirements before offering engineering services through your firm.
Owner checklist
- Track each PE’s renewal date and PDH records, and confirm the renewal cycle with the board.
- Verify that each PE meets the 15 PDH requirement, including at least 1 PDH in ethics or rules of professional conduct.
- Record eligible carryover and confirm its application with the board.
- For out-of-state hires, confirm comity and NCEES Record procedures, and check whether your firm must register.
Sources
- https://www.ncbels.org/continuing-education/individuals/
- https://www.pdhengineer.com/pe-continuing-education-requirements/
- https://ppi2pass.com/resources/pe-exam/pdh-requirements-by-state
