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Iowa Land Surveyor Continuing Education (PDH) Requirements

What Professional Land Surveyors need to renew in Iowa.

Total PDH required30 PDH
Reporting cycleEvery 2 years (24 months)
LicenseProfessional Land Surveyor (PLS)
Governing bodyIowa professional surveying licensure board
Good to know: 30 PDH/biennium (40 if dual PE+PLS) incl. 2 PDH ethics. Self-study capped at 10. Carryover up to 15. New licensee 15 PDH at first renewal.

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Verified from official sources. Compiled from the Iowa professional surveying licensure board and published administrative rules, last reviewed October 7, 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 Iowa professional surveying licensure board before you renew. Questions? hello@certolino.com

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