Renew a License

Biennial Renewal Schedule

Registrations must be renewed on a biennial (every 2 years) schedule. Registrants must complete and postmark or hand-deliver a Renewal Form (including payment and a completed Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Form to OSBEELS before 5:00 p.m. on your registration expiration date.

Continuing Education Requirements

Registrants must obtain 30 professional development hour (PDH) units during each biennial registration period. In accordance with Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 820-010-0635 and OAR 820-015-0026, each registrant is charged with the responsibility of maintaining PDH records of completion for the biennial renewal schedule. If audited, a registrant must report and submit to the OSBEELS office the details of PDH units acquired. PDH units must be recorded on the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Form.

Renewal Forms

Download: Renewal Form

Download: Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Form

Delinquent Registrants

Failure to postmark or hand-deliver your Renewal Form, CPD Form, and renewal fee to OSBEELS by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the expiration date will put your registration in "delinquent" status. Delinquent registrants are not authorized to practice in their field, may not supervise others in their field, and may not sign or apply their seal to any documents. Delinquent registrants will remain in delinquent status until the delinquent fee is paid, renewal fee is paid, and CPD verification is submitted. For more details, see OAR 820-010-0505 and OAR 820-010-0520.

Frequently Asked Renewal Questions

Can I email or fax my renewal?

Answer:

Yes. email: OSBEELS.Info@oregon.gov fax: 503-362-5454

How many PDH units are required to renew?

Answer:

30 PDH units in the last biennial renewal period (or biennium). See OAR 820-010-0635 for details.

For geologists holding Certified Water Right Examiner registration, see OAR 820-050-0001 for details.

Why do I need to submit my Social Security Number?

Answer:

The record of your Social Security number will be used for child support, administration and identification, and collection action purposes only, unless you authorize other uses of the number. Failing to provide your Social Security number on your license renewal application will result in a delay of your renewal and you will be informed to submit your Social Security number. If during the renewal process your professional license become expired, you will be categorized as “delinquent” and will be assessed an additional $80 fee. If you have not been issued a Social Security number, please complete the Attestation And Request For Exemption From Social Security Number Requirement Form.

Do I need to submit the CPD Organizational form to renew?

Answer:

Yes. See OAR 820-010-0635 for details.

Can I email my renewal paperwork and call in my credit card information?

Answer:

Yes you can email your paperwork (email: OSBEELS.Info@oregon.gov)

No payments cannot be accepted over the phone.

Why do I have a delinquent fee?

Answer:

Failure to postmark or hand-deliver your Renewal Form, CPD Form, and renewal fee to OSBEELS by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the expiration date will put your registration in "delinquent" status. Delinquent registrants are not authorized to practice in their field, may not supervise others in their field, and may not sign or apply their seal to any documents. Delinquent registrants will remain in delinquent status until the delinquent fee is paid, renewal fee is paid, and CPD verification is submitted. For more details, see OAR 820-010-0505.

When is my renewal date?

Answer:

Look up your License here

Does OSBEELS have a list of approved PDH providers, courses, conferences etc.?

Answer:

How do I reinstate my license?

Answer:

If you are delinquent, the delinquent fee and renewal fee must be paid and CPD Form must be submitted. Retirees may return to active status within 5 years. Suspended registrants cannot return to active status until all fees are paid and any conditions imposed by the Board are met. Some registrants may not reapply for registration. See OAR 820-010-0520 for details.

Are PDH units prorated?

Answer:

For registrants who obtained their license within last biennial renewal period (or biennium), PDH units are prorated. See OAR 820-010-0635 for details.

How long do I have to keep records of my PDH units?

Answer:

Supporting documentation to verify the PDH units recorded on your CPD Form must be retained for five (5) years. See OAR 820-010-0635 for details.