Here is a summary of the engineering continuing education requirements mandated by the Iowa Professional Licensing Bureau for Engineers and Land Surveyors.
| No of PDH hours required | 30 PDH |
| Renewal period | Biennial, December 31, depending on the date of initial licensure |
| Provider approval | The Board does not pre-approve course providers |
| Course content approval | The Board has 2 categories of PDH credit hours. Group 1 and Group 2.
Group 1, are courses to maintain, improve and expand engineering knowledge and skill prior to initial licensure. The Maximum in each category is as follow: Group 2, there is no maximum allowed PDH hours limit in Group 2. Group 2 courses can be college postgraduate engineering, new technology, design and science classes. Courses in engineering management and environmental regulations are also accepted in this group. |
| No of PDH hours carry over next year | 15 PDH can be carried over to next renewal period |
| Online courses | A maximum of 10 PDH online courses is allowed per renewal period |
DiscountPDH credits have been accepted by the Iowa Professional Licensing Bureau for Engineers and Land Surveyors, as well as all other U.S. state boards that require continuing education for P.E. engineers. Our PDH courses or webinars have never been rejected by a state licensing board.