Washington Contractor CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Contractor license in Washington you need to satisfy the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — Contractor Registration's continuing education (CE) requirement . Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Washington requires for Contractor renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — Contractor Registration |
No continuing education is required for general (or specialty) contractor registration in Washington. Washington does not use a competency exam for general contractor registration; registration is bond/insurance based rather than CE-based.
Full Contractor renewal guide for Washington (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Washington Contractor CE course providers
- Vector Solutions (RedVector)
State-approved contractor CE across building, trades, and safety topics.
- Contractor Training Center
Exam prep and state-specific contractor continuing education packages.
- 360training
Online contractor CE accepted in states that require it for renewal.
- JADE Learning
Approved CE for contractors and the electrical/HVAC trades by state.
Washington Contractor CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Contractor license in Washington?
Washington does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Contractor renewal. No continuing education is required for general (or specialty) contractor registration in Washington. Washington does not use a competency exam for general contractor registration; registration is bond/insurance based rather than CE-based.
Do online Contractor CE courses count in Washington?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — Contractor Registration. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Washington Contractor CE?
Washington generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — Contractor Registration.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — Contractor Registration. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — Contractor Registration site →
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