Utah Contractor Continuing Education
Under a partnership with the UPHCA, our online courses are approved to help meet the continuing education requirement for all Plumbing, HVAC, and Water Softener contractors in the State of Utah. They will not meet the requirement for General contractors.
Utah 1 Hour Energy Conservation Course
The 1 hour of continuing education content contained in this course is intended for all contractor licensees in Utah seeking to fulfill the state requirement of 1 hour of energy conservation continuing education (CE). The course covers a broad overview of energy conservation principles as well as more in-depth information about the International Energy Conservation Code® (IECC®) in Utah.
DOPL Course #: 17437
Utah 3 Hour OSHA Safety Training
This 3 hour core continuing education course is focused on OSHA safety standards and overall job-site safety. This course is intended for contractors and plumbers.
The following are some of the topics that will be addressed in this course:
- OSHA Safety Training for HVAC and Plumbing Contractors
- Hazardous Substances & Environmental Risks
- Workplace Hazards
- Employer Responsibilities
Note: Only Plumbing & Soft Water Contractors can receive credit for completing this course.
DOPL Course #: 18111
Utah 3 Hour 2018 IMC and Energy Conservation - Chapters 6-11
This 3-hour state-approved class covers every significant change and Utah amendment to six chapters in the 2018 IMC: Chapter 6 [Ducts], 7 [Combustion Air], 8 [Chimneys and Vents], 9 [Specific Appliances], 10 [Boilers & Water Heaters], and 11 [Refrigeration]. The class also provides the one hour of energy conservation code now required for a license renewal.
DOPL Course #: 17435
Utah 3 Hour General Plumbing Regulations
This course is 3 hours long and provides Utah contractors and plumbers with core continuing education content.
This course looks at topics related to general plumbing regulations including the following:
- General regulations
- Fixtures and faucets
- Energy Efficiency
Only Plumbing & Soft Water Contractors will receive credit for taking this course.
DOPL Course #: 18109
Utah 3 Hour Water Supply and Distribution
This 3 hour course of continuing education training is designed for contractors and plumbers in Utah.
The course will explore some of the significant changes that were made to the IPC. Specifically, this class will discuss the regulations affecting water heaters, water supply, and nonpotable water systems.
Note: Only Plumbing & Soft Water Contractors can receive credit for this course.
DOPL Course #: 18105
Utah 3 Hour Sanitary and Storm Drainage Systems
This is a 3 hour course that is built to provide contractors and plumbers in the Utah with core continuing education training.
This course covers various topics including the following:
- Sanitary drainage systems
- Vents
- Traps, Interceptors, and Separators
- Storm Drainage
Note: Plumbing & Soft Water Contractors are the only types of contractors who can receive credit for this course.
DOPL Course #: 18107
Utah 3 Hour 2018 IMC and Energy Conservation - Chapters 3-5
This 3-hour state-approved class provides the one hour of energy conservation code now required for a license renewal along with a presentation of the key changes and Utah amendments to three central chapters in the 2018 IMC Chapter 3 [General Regulations], 4 [Ventilation], and 5 [Exhaust Systems].
DOPL Course #: 17433
Utah 3 Hour 2018 IPC and Energy Conservation - Chapters 1-4
This course provides three hours of Contractor Core and Plumber Core continuing education credit, intended for Utah licensees that are seeking to renew their license. This course satisfies the state requirement for three hours of core continuing education, and Energy Specific topics. The course provides in-depth information about the International Energy Conservation Code® (IECC®) in Utah. It also includes the pertinent Utah amendments to the 2018 IPC, as well as significant changes made in the transition from the 2015 edition to the 2018 edition of the IPC for Chapters 1 through 4.
DOPL Course #: 17691
Utah 3 Hour 2018 IPC and Energy Conservation - Chapters 5 & 13
This course provides three hours of Contractor Core and Plumber Core continuing education credit, intended for Utah licensees that are seeking to renew their license. This course satisfies the state requirement for three hours of core continuing education, and Energy Specific topics. The course covers a broad overview of energy conservation principles as well as more in-depth information about the International Energy Conservation Code® (IECC®) in Utah. It also includes the pertinent Utah amendments to the 2018 IPC, as well as significant changes made in the transition from the 2015 edition to the 2018 edition of the IPC for Chapters 5 and 13.
DOPL Course #: 17689
Utah 3 Hour 2018 IPC and Energy Conservation - Chapter 7
This course provides three hours of Contractor Core and Plumber Core continuing education credit, intended for Utah licensees that are seeking to renew their license. This course satisfies the state requirement for three hours of core continuing education, and Energy Specific topics. The course covers a broad overview of energy conservation principles as well as more in-depth information about the International Energy Conservation Code® (IECC®) in Utah. It also includes the pertinent Utah amendments to the 2018 IPC, as well as significant changes made in the transition from the 2015 edition to the 2018 edition of the IPC for Chapter 7.
DOPL Course #: 17687
What Are The Education Requirements for Utah Contractors?
- In the state of Utah, licensed contractors are required to obtain 6 hours of continuing education every two years.
- HVAC contractors (S350 classification) are required to have 3 of their 6 hours of CE as 'directly related to the installation, repair, or replacement of a heating, ventilation, or air conditioning system' for the 2019 renewal.'
- 3 hours must be 'core' classes, and the other 3 can be Core or Professional courses.
- Additionally, only 3 hours of a contractor's continuing education can be done in an online format. The remaining 3 of your 6 hours must come from a live classroom format course.
- The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing is lifting the temporary waiver of 'live' CE requirements that allowed licensees to meet their CE requirements online or virtually, but will accept online/virtual CE as 'live' CE until December 31, 2021. For more information, check out this notice.
