Tips & Resources for Architects and Interior Designers License Renewals

As an architect, interior designer, or landscape architect, maintaining your license is a vital part of your profession. Whether you are just starting out or have been practicing for years, it is crucial to stay up-to-date with the latest regulations and guidelines to ensure you are providing the best possible service to your clients. As license renewals approach in some states, it is an opportune moment to assess your continuing education credits and determine where you currently stand.

It is essential to make sure you meet the requirements set by your licensing board. This typically involves completing a certain number of continuing education units (CEUs) within a specific timeframe. CEUs can be earned through various avenues such as attending conferences, taking courses, or participating in workshops. It is crucial to plan ahead and ensure you have enough time to complete the required CEUs before the renewal deadline.

It is also a good idea to review the guidelines and regulations set forth by your licensing board. This can include rules regarding professional conduct, ethical standards, and other expectations for licensed professionals. By familiarizing yourself with these guidelines, you can ensure that you are providing the best possible service to your clients while also avoiding any potential legal or ethical issues.

The following is a list of upcoming license renewals:

Arkansas - Architects/Interior Designers/Landscape Architects - July 31
California - Architects - Due on last day of birth month
Georgia - Architects/Interior Designers - June 30
Iowa - Architects/Interior Designers/Landscape Architects - Last name beginning with L-Z - June 30
Kansas - Architects/Landscape Architects - Last name beginning with M-Z - June 30
Kentucky - Architects/Interior Designers - June 30
Maryland - Architects - During the license renewal (biennial)
New Jersey - Architects - July 31
New York - Architects/Landscape Architects - Due on last day of birth month every 3 years
North Carolina - Architects/Interior Designers - June 30
South Carolina - Architects/Landscape Architects - June 30
South Dakota - Architects/Landscape Architects - Last day of the month of the initial license issuance
Tennessee - Architects/Landscape Architects/Interior Designers - Last day of the month of the initial license issuance
Texas - Architects/Landscape Architects/Interior Designers - Due on last day of birth month
Virginia - Architects/Landscape Architects -  Last day of the month of the initial license issuance
Washington - Architects/Landscape Architects - Licensee's birthday
West Virginia - Architects - June 30

Don't hesitate to click on the links above, which will direct you to the page featuring free CEU Events offered by providers on our platform. Moreover, you can also request an event to be held at your firm, featuring a locally-approved presenter.

In addition, it's worth noting that we are the only platform in the industry that catalogs and organizes events and courses based on requirements of over 80 organizations, including state licensing boards. This ensures that you have access to a comprehensive range of options that meet the requirements of your specific licensing board.