During the 2005 renewal cycle, information was provided regarding a new continuing education requirement for all Utah licensed contractors. Under 58-55-501 (21) of the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act, a contractor is required to complete six (6) hours of continuing education as follows:

* Three (3) hours must be core education, which is defined as construction codes, construction laws and rules, and construction practices.

* Three (3) hours must be professional education, which is defined as course material relevant to the practice of the construction trade and consistent with the laws and rules of the state. Courses in office and business skill, physical well-being and personal development, and meetings held in conjunction with the general business of the licensee are not acceptable.

Verification of having completed the continuing education requirement is due every two years. The initial continuing education requirement is to be completed by June 30, 2007. The continuing education requirement will be enforced through a random audit of all licenses. You are required to maintain proof of your continuing education certificate(s) for two years after they are due.

Information on Continuing Education Providers is available at www.dopl.utah.gov (Select "Quick Links/Contractor/Information about Continuing Education Providers) also at the Utah Home Builders Association at www.utahhba.com and on this web page.

Any questions call DeAnna Hulme at Cache Valley Home Builders Association
(435) 792-4441 or email at office@cvhba.com.

Cache Valley Home Builders Association does not have any classes scheduled at this time, but please check each month for updates.