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Illinois Architect Continuing Education Requirements

What architects need to renew in Illinois.

Total CE required24 hours
Renewal cycleEvery 2 years (24 months)
LicenseArchitect
Governing bodyIllinois architecture licensing board
Good to know: Within the requirement, Illinois mandates specific topic hours (listed below).

24 hours per biennium (renews Nov 30 of odd years), at least 16 in HSW. Within the total: 1 hour sexual-harassment prevention and 1 hour high-winds/natural-disaster design. No carryover. Self-attest + audit; keep records 6 years.

Mandatory topics

Verified from official sources. Compiled from the official Illinois architecture licensing board and published state administrative rules. Last reviewed August 30, 2026. Always confirm current rules on the official page.

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This page is a plain-language summary for convenience, not legal advice, and continuing-education rules change. Verify current requirements with the Illinois architecture licensing board before you renew. Questions? hello@certolino.com

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