Alabama Professional Engineer (PE) Continuing Education (PDH) Requirements

Last verified from official sources: 2026-06-26. This is a plain-language summary, not legal advice — always confirm the current rules with your licensing board.

How many PDH does a Alabama Professional Engineer need?

30 PDH per 2-yr biennial cycle. Here is the breakdown Alabama licensees should know:

  • Hours required: 30 PDH
  • Renewal cycle: 2-yr biennial
  • Ethics: None mandatory
  • Carryover: Up to 15 PDH
  • Approved sponsors / pre-approval: No
  • Accepted pathways: Open/self-determined; RCEP/NCEES/IACET accepted, not required
  • Subject / category notes: Self-study, regular employment, repetitive teaching, service clubs, equipment demos disallowed; society 2 PDH/org/yr

Who this applies to

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)s renewing in Alabama. If you are newly licensed, the first renewal is often prorated or exempt — check your specific renewal notice.

How PDH Options helps

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What you get

  • Courses aligned to the NCEES Model Rules / CPC standard.
  • A graded assessment at the end of every course (what makes the credit defensible).
  • Completion certificates and records you can retain for ~6 years.
  • An ethics course to satisfy the common ethics requirement.

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Source: Alabama board / rule (checked 2026-06-26). Requirements change — verify the current rules with your Alabama licensing board before relying on this summary. PDH Options provides education, not legal advice.


Other Alabama licenses: Land Surveyor · Architect