Do Retired Engineers Still Need Continuing Education?
Retirement doesn’t always end your CE obligations — it depends on your license status. Here’s how retired and emeritus designations work and when stamping is still allowed.
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The Ethics PDH Requirement: Which States Mandate It and How Much
Many state boards require a dedicated ethics component in each renewal cycle. Here is how ethics PDH requirements work, what qualifies, and how to satisfy them.
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HSW Credits for Architects: What Qualifies and Why Boards Require Them
Most of an architect’s continuing education must fall under Health, Safety, and Welfare. Here’s what HSW content actually covers and why boards insist on it.
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Engineering Ethics 101: Understanding the NSPE Code of Ethics
The NSPE Code of Ethics sets the professional standard for engineers, anchored by a duty to hold public safety paramount. Here is a plain-language guide to its core canons.
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The NCEES Records Program and Model Law Engineer: Fast-Track Multi-State Licensure
An NCEES Record and the Model Law Engineer designation can dramatically speed licensure in new states. Here’s how each works and when you need them.
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Inactive, Retired, and Emeritus License Status: What They Mean for Your CE
Not every license needs to stay fully active. Inactive, retired, and emeritus statuses can reduce or pause your CE burden — but each has trade-offs and reactivation rules.
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Engineering License Renewal Deadlines: A Seasonal Reminder Calendar
Renewal deadlines fall into a few predictable patterns — December 31, birth month, and license anniversary. Here is how to build a reminder rhythm so a date never catches you off guard.
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Top Engineering Industry Trends to Watch in 2026
From AI-assisted design to resilient infrastructure and workforce shifts, here are the trends shaping licensed practice — and the continuing education worth pursuing to keep pace.
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Is a PE License Worth It? Salary Impact and Career ROI
Beyond the prestige, a PE license unlocks stamping authority, higher-responsibility roles, and stronger long-term earning potential. Here’s how to weigh the real return.
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FE Exam vs PE Exam: What’s the Difference?
The FE and PE exams are two distinct milestones on the path to licensure. Here is how they differ in format, eligibility, content, and timing across your career.
