North Dakota Contractor CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Contractor license in North Dakota you need to satisfy the North Dakota Secretary of State'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 North Dakota requires for Contractor renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 12 months |
| Governing body | North Dakota Secretary of State |
No continuing education is required for the North Dakota contractor license. Renewal instead requires listing each ND project/contract/subcontract over $50,000 completed in the prior calendar year and certifying that payroll taxes, Workforce Safety and Insurance (WSI) premiums, and unemployment insurance premiums are paid; a current liability insurance certificate is also required.
Full Contractor renewal guide for North Dakota (deadlines, fees & CE) →
North Dakota 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.
North Dakota Contractor CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Contractor license in North Dakota?
North Dakota does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Contractor renewal. No continuing education is required for the North Dakota contractor license. Renewal instead requires listing each ND project/contract/subcontract over $50,000 completed in the prior calendar year and certifying that payroll taxes, Workforce Safety and Insurance (WSI) premiums, and unemployment insurance premiums are paid; a current liability insurance certificate is also required.
Do online Contractor CE courses count in North Dakota?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the North Dakota Secretary of State. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my North Dakota Contractor CE?
North Dakota generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the North Dakota Secretary of State.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the North Dakota Secretary of State. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.