Louisiana Contractor CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Contractor license in Louisiana you need to satisfy the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)'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 Louisiana requires for Contractor renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 12 months |
| Governing body | Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) |
No continuing education is required for commercial contractors (the board states there are no CE requirements for commercial, mold, or home improvement contractors/registrants). CE applies only to Residential Building Contractors, who must complete 6 hours annually (waived if they also hold a valid commercial license in major classifications).
Full Contractor renewal guide for Louisiana (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Louisiana 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.
Louisiana Contractor CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Contractor license in Louisiana?
Louisiana does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Contractor renewal. No continuing education is required for commercial contractors (the board states there are no CE requirements for commercial, mold, or home improvement contractors/registrants). CE applies only to Residential Building Contractors, who must complete 6 hours annually (waived if they also hold a valid commercial license in major classifications).
Do online Contractor CE courses count in Louisiana?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Louisiana Contractor CE?
Louisiana generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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