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Illinois PE PDH requirements
What a Illinois professional engineer needs for license renewal, checked against the state board or administrative code on Nov 1, 2026. Rules change — always confirm with the board before you renew.
| PDH required | 30 PDH, including 1 hour of Illinois statutes and rules, 1 hour of professional conduct/ethics and 1 hour of sexual harassment prevention |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Biennial (24 months before November 30 of odd-numbered years) |
| Carryover | Up to 15 PDH earned within six months of the renewal deadline (core hours do not carry over) |
| Provider approval | Not required — the licensee decides whether a course qualifies, subject to audit |
Other rules to know
- Self-study courses count only if the licensee completes an exam graded by the sponsor.
- Important: Illinois does not accept PDH that are structural in nature unless you can show how the course enhances your PE license, because an Illinois PE cannot offer structural services. Check before relying on bridge courses for Illinois.
- The Division does not pre-approve individual courses.
Sources
Online bridge PDH for Illinois engineers
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FAQ
How many PDH does a Illinois PE need?
30 PDH, including 1 hour of Illinois statutes and rules, 1 hour of professional conduct/ethics and 1 hour of sexual harassment prevention. Renewal cycle: Biennial (24 months before November 30 of odd-numbered years).
Can Illinois PEs carry over extra PDH?
Up to 15 PDH earned within six months of the renewal deadline (core hours do not carry over).
Does Illinois require approved PDH providers?
No. Illinois does not require course providers to be approved by the board, so the licensee decides whether a course meets the rules, subject to audit.