State PDH Requirements
Verified requirements for states that do not require provider pre-approval.
Apex PDH Courses Are Accepted in 44 States
Most U.S. states allow engineers to choose their own PDH providers as long as the content is relevant to professional practice. Apex PDH courses are designed to meet or exceed typical state criteria, focusing on technical professional development for licensed engineers.
States with NO PDH Requirements
These states do not require continuing education hours to maintain a Professional Engineering license.
Detailed State Requirements
Comprehensive breakdown of PDH requirements by state. Apex PDH courses qualify for credit in all states listed below.
| State | PDH Required | Cycle | Accepted Course Content | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 15 PDH | Annual | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Alaska | 24 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Arkansas | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Delaware | 24 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Georgia | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Idaho | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Illinois | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Iowa | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Kansas | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Kentucky | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Maine | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Michigan | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical or professional practice | 2 hrs Ethics required |
| Minnesota | 24 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or professional | 2 hrs Ethics required |
| Mississippi | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Missouri | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Montana | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Nebraska | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Nevada | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| New Hampshire | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| New Mexico | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | 2 hrs Ethics required |
| North Dakota | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Ohio | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Oklahoma | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Oregon | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Pennsylvania | 24 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| South Carolina | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| South Dakota | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Tennessee | 24 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Texas | 15 PDH | Annual | Technical, ethical, or managerial | 1 hr Ethics required |
| Utah | 24 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Vermont | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Virginia | 16 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or business-related | â |
| West Virginia | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| Wisconsin | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | 2 hrs Ethics required |
| Wyoming | 30 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
| District of Columbia | 20 PDH | Biennial | Technical, ethical, or managerial | â |
Understanding the Requirements
đ Renewal Cycles
Annual: Credits due each year
Biennial: Credits due every 2 years
đ Accepted Content Types
Technical: Engineering principles, design, analysis
Ethical: Professional ethics, codes of conduct
Managerial: Project management, leadership
âī¸ Ethics Requirements
Some states require a minimum number of ethics hours. Check the “Special Notes” column for your state.
* Always verify current requirements with your state licensing board. Requirements may change.