California CEU Requirements
The state of California requires that, in order to renew a license, architects need to complete (5) hours of coursework regarding disability access requirements imposed by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and another 5 hours on zero net carbon design for a total of 10 CE hours during each renewal cycle.
Must be renewed every 2 years, before the last day of the Architect’s birth month in odd-numbered years.
The California Architect Board is required to conduct CE coursework audits. The documentation for a course must include:
Course Title
Subjects Covered
Name of Provider
Name of Educator
Date of Completion
Number of Hours Completed
Statement about the trainer’s knowledge and experience
Does Magiglide’s Lunch and Learn count towards this requirement? YES
This page was last updated in February 2026.