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When it comes to working in the construction industry, keeping your Alabama trade license current is critical. But renewing your license isn’t as simple as just submitting a renewal form. In most cases, renewing your Alabama trade license requires you to take state approved continuing education.

This article will cover the different continuing education requirements for some of the trade licenses in Alabama, including the number of hours you need and the subjects that these courses will cover. 

You’ll also learn how RocketCert’s state-approved continuing education courses can make renewing your license a breeze by letting you take control of your training.

Home Builder License

In Alabama, contractors with a Home Builder license are required to renew their certification every year. The process is overseen by the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board, which requires that all renewal applicants complete no less than 6 hours of continuing education to qualify.

At RocketCert, Alabama Home Builder continuing education consists of a two-hour live webinar and a four-hour course that you can complete at your own pace, completing your required six hours. These training programs cover issues like OSHA Focus 4, business management, and project management.

Once you complete your training, RocketCert will let the state know the following day, allowing you to apply for renewal. Because the deadline for renewing is December 31^st, you should aim to finish by November 30^th to avoid late penalties. 

Electrical Contractor License

Electrical contractor licenses are renewed every two years, and the state requires electricians to complete 14 hours of Alabama electrical continuing education over that period. 

While this training can address several topics, the main focus of these courses is covering any changes in the NEC code, ensuring you are up to date on the latest technology, techniques, and safety. 

At RocketCert, you can easily complete your 14-hour course at your own pace, accessing your fully narrated course on nearly any device. You’ll have lifetime access to this state-approved course, which features content written by experts in the field.

HVAC Contractor License

While you’ll need to renew your HVAC Contractor license every year, Alabama only requires four hours of continuing education, covering either HVAC business and safety or simply updates to the IMC code. 

RocketCert offers HVAC continuing education courses with the same self-paced design that makes them so convenient. You can start and stop the lessons as you need, meaning you can fit your training into your schedule instead of the other way around.

The RocketCert Difference

RocketCert is a leader in online certification training and test prep. Whether you’re trying to meet your continuing education requirements for renewal or looking for help preparing for your certification exam, we have the material you need. With our self-paced design, you’ll have total control over your learning process.

When it comes to renewing your Alabama trade license, don’t put your continuing education off. Let RocketCert provide you access to the training you need to keep your certification current.