Alabama PE Requirements

Continuing Education Requirements for AL PEs

The Alabama Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors regulates the practice of engineering and establishes Alabama PE requirements and standards. Engineers in Alabama must earn 30 professional development hour credits every two years. Ethics courses are accepted but not required. Alabama does not pre-approve course providers or courses. License renewal is done on December 31st of odd-numbered years.

Listed below are the Alabama professional engineer (PE) license renewal requirements.

No of PDH hours required   30 PDH
Renewal period   December 31st of odd numbered years
Provider approval   The Board does not pre-approve course providers
Course content approval   Technical, managerial and ethical related to the profession of engineering. Courses must have a clear purpose and objective, which will maintain, improve, or expand skills and knowledge obtained prior to initial licensure or to develop new and relevant skills and knowledge.
Maximum PDH hours to carry over   15 PDH
Online courses   No limit on online courses. To meet the continuing professional competency requirements through online courses, the course must require the participant to show evidence of completion. PDH-Pro courses meet this requirement by providing a certificate of completion after the participant passes a quiz.
State Board Website   http://www.bels.alabama.gov/


We prepared a detailed summary and review of the Alabama PE requirements (read the article).

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Alabama PE License: Requirements and Renewal 

The Alabama PE license is your official credential for practicing engineering professionally in the state. Whether you’re applying for the first time or keeping your license active, understanding the requirements set by the Alabama State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BELS) keeps you compliant and stress-free. PDH-Pro offers board-approved continuing education that helps Alabama engineers through every stage of licensure and renewal.

Alabama PE License Renewal Process

Alabama PE license renewal is required every two years, and staying on top of it is straightforward once you know the rules. Here’s what you need:

  • Complete 30 Professional Development Hours (PDH) per renewal cycle
  • At least 1 PDH doesn’t have to be in professional ethics (Alabama doesn’t mandate a specific ethics requirement, though it’s recommended)
  • All continuing education must relate to your engineering practice
  • Licenses renew on December 31st of odd-numbered years

PDH-Pro’s online continuing education courses make Alabama professional engineer license renewal convenient and affordable. Complete your hours on your schedule, download your certificate, and you’re done.

Alabama PE PDH Requirements

The Alabama PE PDH requirements are clear but flexible. BELS expects 30 PDH every two years, but gives engineers freedom in how they earn those hours:

  • 30 PDH per biennial renewal period
  • PDH can come from online courses, technical seminars, or workshops
  • Up to 15 PDH can carry over to your next cycle
  • Keep records for four years in case of audit: BELS conducts random checks

BELS doesn’t pre-approve courses or providers, so it’s up to you to ensure your courses meet their standards. PDH-Pro’s courses are designed to align with BELS criteria and provide instant certificates when you’re finished.

How to Complete Your Alabama PE Renewal

The Alabama PE renewal process is entirely online through the BELS portal. Here’s how it works:

  1. Complete your 30 PDH hours through PDH-Pro’s approved courses
  2. Download and save your certificate of completion
  3. Submit your renewal through the BELS online portal (no fee for online renewal)
  4. Keep your PDH records on file for verification

Don’t wait until the last minute. Start earning your Continuing Education Courses for Engineers early to avoid renewal delays or an expired license.

Why Engineers Trust PDH-Pro for Alabama PE License Renewal

Thousands of Alabama engineers rely on PDH-Pro because we make continuing education simple and compliant. Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Guaranteed compliance with BELS continuing education standards
  • Self-paced online learning accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Instant certification and reliable recordkeeping
  • Affordable course bundles designed specifically for Alabama engineers across all disciplines

We’ve built packages for chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, geotechnical, mechanical, and structural engineers, each one tailored to meet the 30-hour requirement with relevant, high-quality content.