Rhode Island plumbing license renewal
Rhode Island plumber 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
- Notice to All Licensed Master and Journeyman Plumbers in the State of Rhode Island Subject: Mandatory Continuing Education Requirement In accordance with Rhode Island General Laws § 5-20-23(f): “All licensed master or journeyperson plumbers shall attend and complete a conti…
- Board page: Notice to All Licensed Master and Journeyman Plumbers in the State of Rhode Island Subject: Mandatory Continuing Education Requirement In accordance with Rhode Island General Laws § 5-20-23(f): “All licensed master or journeyperson plumbers shall attend and complete a continuing education course at their expense as determined by the Board of Examiners, prior to the renewal or reinstatement of an existing license.” The State Board of Examiners for Plumbing has approved a 7-hour training program for each two (2)-year license cycle to satisfy this requirement. The DLT will provide contact information for all approved providers on our website as soon as it becomes available. This continuing education requirement will be enforced beginning January 2027. Exemptions: A licensee who has a combination of years of experience as a licensed Master or Journeyperson plumber and years of age which, when combined, equal a total of eighty (80) years, pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-20-23(g). Providers and Instructors: The State Board of Plumbing Examiners is now accepting applications from qualified applicants who wish to become providers or instructors for the upcoming continuing education requirement. (All requirements for providers and instructors are listed below.) Provider Requirements: Individuals or entities wishing to become a provider for the mandatory continuing education program must: 1. Hold a current, valid Rhode Island Master Plumbing License (for at least five years). 2. Complete and submit the Provider Application Form and the Provider Agreement Form. The $250.00 fee can be paid directly to the ICC (see web address on page 2 of the Provider Application Form). 3. Submit a detailed outline of proposed class dates, locations, and times. 4. Provide proof of General Liability Insurance with coverage of at least $500,000 per policy. 5. Provide proof of Workers’ Compensation Insurance in compliance with R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-29-1 et seq. All Provider applicants must appear before the Board for approval. Instructor Requirements: To qualify as an instructor, individuals must meet at least one of the following criteria: 1. Hold a Rhode Island Master Plumbing License for at least five (5) years. 2. Be a current Rhode Island Plumbing Inspector, Assistant Plumbing Inspector, or Building Official.
Cycle
- Rhode Island sets the renewal period (annual, biennial, or longer) for plumbing 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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