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Tennessee Plumber Licensing

Every plumber license type Tennessee issues, with continuing-education hours, renewal fees, bond requirements and approved courses. Updated for 2026.

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License types
None
Max CE / cycle
Not required
Bond at some tier
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CE providers

Informational only — not legal advice, and not an official government resource. Licensing rules change; always confirm against the official board source linked on this page before you renew, apply, or make a business decision. Trade Cert Hub is independent and not affiliated with any state licensing board.

Tennessee plumbers licenses at a glance

Plumbing Contractor (CMC-A)

contractor
CE
None
Fee
—
Bond
None
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CE courses in Tennessee

Plumber continuing-education providers offering courses for Tennessee license holders. Confirm a provider is on your board’s approved list before you buy.

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360training

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CE-Renewals.com

from $15

Budget-friendly, Southeast states

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RedVector (Vector Solutions)

from $19

Broad catalog across all four trades

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Tennessee plumber licensing — FAQ

How many plumber license types does Tennessee issue?
Tennessee issues 1 plumber license type: Plumbing Contractor (CMC-A).
Does Tennessee require continuing education for plumbers?
Tennessee has no confirmed continuing-education requirement for plumber licenses at the tiers we track (or it is 0 hours). Confirm with the licensing board.
Do Tennessee plumber licenses require a bond?
No state license bond is required for plumber licenses in Tennessee at the tiers we track. Local permits may still require one.

Official source

Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Official board site

Data compiled 2026-05-23. Confirm current figures with the board.

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