Continuing Education · Washington
Washington Architect CE Requirements & License Renewal
Washington architects need 24 continuing education hours, 16 of them HSW. Cycle: biennial. Rules change, so confirm with the state board before you renew.
| Total CE hours | 24 |
|---|---|
| HSW hours | 16 |
| Renewal cycle | Biennial |
| License renews | Birth date |
| Carryover | Up to 12 hours |
| Limits | No more than 8 self-study hours per period. |
| Notes | None |
| Official source | State rule or board page |
How to stay compliant in Washington
- Confirm the current requirement on the Washington licensing board site. Rules and cycles change.
- Prioritize HSW-designated courses; they satisfy the strictest part of most states’ requirements.
- Keep completion certificates. Most boards can audit several years back.
- If you hold multiple licenses, track each state separately: the ALA CEU Tracker keeps a separate record for each state and sends monthly status reminders.
Official Washington resources
- Washington architect licensing board: renewal portal, statutes, and administrative rules
- ICC digital codes library: model codes and state adoptions
Earn your hours with ALA
- Webinars: live LU credit from your desk
- CEU Tracker: every hour logged, every state, one place
Common questions
How many continuing education hours do architects need in Washington?
Washington architects need 24 continuing education hours, 16 of them HSW. Cycle: biennial. Rules change, so confirm with the state board before you renew.
Last reviewed September 29, 2026. Requirements vary by license type and can change; the state board is the official source. See all state requirements at a glance.