Washington low-voltage / alarm license renewal
Washington low-voltage 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
- Basic Classroom Instruction & Continuing Education All trainees, electricians, and electrical administrators are required to complete educational requirements to maintain their certification.
- We do not accept completion certificates.
- Once you complete a course, your provider has 7 days to apply credit for you.
- Use our Verify tool to view your education record.
- Contact your course provider if you are missing credit.
- Board page: Basic Classroom Instruction & Continuing Education - Lni.wa.gov
Cycle
- Washington sets the renewal period (annual, biennial, or longer) for low-voltage / alarm 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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