North Carolina requires 8 hours of continuing education every year to renew your contractor license. This includes the 2-hour Mandatory Course produced by the NCLBGC.
Steps to Complete Your Continuing Education Entirely Online:
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Step 1: Purchase 6 hours of elective courses.
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Step 2: Register for a 2-hour NCLBGC Mandatory Course Webinar.
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Step 3: Complete the on-demand online elective courses and attend the webinar. Please note: On-demand online courses must be completed within 90 days of your start date.
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Renewing Late? No Problem!
Follow these steps to get your license renewed:
- Purchase and complete 6 hours of elective courses.
- Then take your 2-hour 2025 Mandatory Course, only available through NCGTraining during the late renewal period. Use coupon code NCGC0077 to save $20!
- Submit your license renewal to the NCLBGC with your elective certificates from PDH Academy, and your mandatory certificate from NCGCTraining.
Renewing Early? Nice Work!
Follow these steps:
- Purchase and complete 6 hours of elective courses.
- Enroll in a 2-hour 2026 Mandatory Course Webinar.
- Submit your license renewal (when it opens) to the NCLBGC with your elective and mandatory certificates from PDH Academy.
- Tell your friends how easy it was to knock out your CE early!
PDH Academy is an approved training provider by the North Carolina Construction Contractors Board. Our provider number is 2014RCE0106. Our approved courses are listed below.
Steps to Complete Your Continuing Education Entirely Online:
- Step 1: Purchase 6 hours of elective courses.
- Step 2: Complete the elective courses at your own pace and receive your certificates of completion. Please note: This course must be completed within 30 days of your start date.
- Step 3: Register for a 2-hour NCLBGC Mandatory Course.
Step 1: Purchase 6 hours of elective courses
NEW! Narrated Video Course
Building Better Teams: Organizational Management for Construction Professionals
Course Number 5109
2 Hours – $40
$40.00Add to cart
NEW! Narrated Video Course
Navigating Insurance for the Construction Professional
Course Number 5107
2 Hours – $40
$40.00Add to cart
NEW! Narrated Video Course
The Building Envelope: State of the Art Strategies for Walls and Roofs
Course Number 5110
2 Hours – $40
$40.00Add to cart
Narrated Video Course
Narrated Video Course
Narrated Video Course
Energy Saving Systems For Residential Construction
Course Number 5085
2 Hours – $40
$40.00Add to cart
Narrated Video Course
Narrated Video Course
Understanding Basic Accounting Principles and Aspects for General Contractor
Course Number 5065
2 Hours – $40
$40.00Add to cart
Narrated Video Course
The Use of Masonry in Residential and Commercial Construction
Course Number 5053
2 Hours – $40
$40.00Add to cart
Narrated Video Course
Recent Technology Advances in the Construction Industry
Course Number 5048
2 Hours – $40
$40.00Add to cart
Narrated Video Course
Narrated Video Course
Foundation Construction, Insulation, Defects, and Repairs
Course Number 5012
2 Hours – $40
$40.00Add to cart
Step 2: Register for a 2-hour NCLBGC Mandatory Course Webinar
Choose the webinar that is best for you.
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| Course | Info | Course Dates & Times | Course Method | Price |
| 2-Hour 2026 NCLBGC Mandatory Course *2026: Required for 2027 Renewal Taught by Phil Lucas | Phil Lucas Class Curriculum | Thursday, March 19, 2026 3:30-6pm ET | Webinar | $60.00Sold Out |
| 2-Hour 2026 NCLBGC Mandatory Course *2026: Required for 2027 Renewal Taught by Jim Force | Jim Force Class Curriculum | Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:30-10am ET | Webinar | $60.00Sold Out |
| 2-Hour 2026 NCLBGC Mandatory Course *2026: Required for 2027 Renewal Taught by Phil Lucas | Phil Lucas Class Curriculum | Thursday, April 16, 2026 3:30-6pm ET | Webinar | $60.00Add to cart |
| 2-Hour 2026 NCLBGC Mandatory Course - *2026: Required for 2027 Renewal Taught by Phillip Lucas | Phil Lucas Class Curriculum 2 Hours – NCLBGC 101: What Licensed General Contractors Need to Know 2026: Required for 2027 Renewal | Thursday, May 7, 2026 5:30-8pm ET | Webinar | $60.00Add to cart |
| 2-Hour 2026 NCLBGC Mandatory Course - *2026: Required for 2027 Renewal Taught by Jim Force | Jim Force Class Curriculum 2 Hours – NCLBGC 101: What Licensed General Contractors Need to Know 2026: Required for 2027 Renewal | Tuesday, May 19, 2026 10:30am-1pm ET | Webinar | $60.00Sold Out |
North Carolina Contractors FAQs
How do these courses work?
To complete one of our online courses, you just need to follow these simple steps:
- Purchase the courses that you would like to take.
- Check your email for your receipt and confirmation of your enrollment in the courses.
- Complete your courses online and receive your certificate of completion. Please note: This course must be completed within 90 days of your start date.
When do I need to take my continuing education?
Continuing education classes can be offered from January 1 until November 30. Providers are not allowed to offer CE classes during the month of December.
What is included in the 6 hour elective renewal bundle?
You can create your own online elective bundle by choosing any combination of our courses that add up to 6 hours.
What if I want to take the NCLBGC Mandatory Course online?
You can register here, starting January 1, 2024, to get your 2-hour Mandatory Course through NCLBGC’s only approved online provider. Use coupon code NCGC0077 to save $20 at checkout.
Do you report my continuing education hours to the NCLBGC?
Yes. Our customer service team at PDH Academy will report your completed continuing education hours to the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors.
You will receive a certificate of completion after class that you should maintain for your records.
How do I renew my contractor’s license?
All contractor licenses expire on December 31 of each year. Licenses can be renewed by filing an application for renewal with the Board (found here). You must complete 8 hours of continuing education before November 30th in order to renew your license.