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North Carolina PE PDH requirements
What a North Carolina 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 | 15 PDH, including 1 PDH of ethics |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Annual |
| Carryover | Up to 15 PDH |
| Provider approval | Not required — the licensee decides whether a course qualifies, subject to audit |
Other rules to know
- The board stopped approving sponsors on May 15, 2024; licensees decide whether an activity qualifies, subject to audit.
- Correspondence, online and self-study courses are listed as acceptable.
Sources
Online bridge PDH for North Carolina engineers
LoadPath PDH courses are 1-PDH online self-study courses written by a practicing bridge PE. Each ends with a 10-question quiz and a certificate of completion. $10 per PDH, or $149 for a year of All-Access, with a 100% money-back guarantee.
North Carolina-specific courses
- North Carolina Bridge Program: NCDOT Inspection, Design and Repair (BR-X08 · 1 PDH)
- North Carolina Engineering Law and Ethics for Bridge Engineers (BR-EL07 · 1 PDH)
Browse all bridge courses Bridge PDH guide
FAQ
How many PDH does a North Carolina PE need?
15 PDH, including 1 PDH of ethics. Renewal cycle: Annual.
Can North Carolina PEs carry over extra PDH?
Up to 15 PDH.
Does North Carolina require approved PDH providers?
No. North Carolina does not require course providers to be approved by the board, so the licensee decides whether a course meets the rules, subject to audit.