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Alabama hvac license renewal

Alabama HVAC technician license renewal and CE: cycle length, hour requirements, and late rules vary by board. Confirm current rules on the board source before you renew.

Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source

From the board

  • How many continuing education hours do I need each year?
  • – Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors # How many continuing education hours do I need each year?
  • Every contractor must take 4 continuing education hours each year.
  • A contractor may take as many as 8 hours in a single year and carry over 4 of those hours to the next renewal cycle.
  • Any additional hours taken above 8 hours will not carry over.
  • (440-X-3.05) State of Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioni
  • Board page: How many continuing education hours do I need each year? – Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors

Cycle

  • Alabama sets the renewal period (annual, biennial, or longer) for hvac credentials
  • Deadlines are usually tied to an individual expiration date, birth month, or a fixed calendar date
  • Confirm your exact date on the board portal or public roster

CE hours

  • Most renewals require board-approved continuing education or refresher training
  • Hour totals and topic mix (code, law, safety, business) are class-specific
  • Use only approved providers — unapproved hours often do not count

Late and lapse

  • Late fees escalate quickly; some boards force retest or reinstatement after a hard cutoff
  • Firm / contractor renewals may also need insurance or bond evidence

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