As of July 1, 2023, Professional Licensing and other health and occupational licenses will become part of the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL) as a new organizational structure for state government goes into effect. Government departments and agencies that provide related services or have similar business functions are aligning to better serve Iowans. You can expect the same quality services you get now from HHS to continue as usual. |
This page reflects the application process for individuals and businesses who need to apply to take an exam or obtain a license to practice the following professions in Iowa. The license types and trades available are:
- Apprentice, Journeyperson, or Master
- Contractors in Plumbing, HVAC/R, Hydronics, or Mechanical Systems
- Plumbing
- HVAC/Refrigeration
- Hydronics
- Mechanical Systems
- Medical Gas System Installer Certification
- Disconnect/Reconnect Plumbing Technician Specialty License
- Hearth Systems Specialty License
- Private School or College Routine Maintenance Specialty License
- Service Technician HVAC Specialty License
If you have questions regarding the qualifications to take an exam or obtain a license, please visit the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board web page.
VERY IMPORTANT - PLEASE REVIEW THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ACCESSING THE LICENSING PORTAL.
Renew Individual Licenses Online
(Master, Journeyperson, Apprentice, & Specialty.)
Login tips and retrieving passwords - Review these tips if you have trouble logging into your account.
Instructions to create an A&A account
Renew an Existing Individual License:
Once you have reviewed the instructions above you may proceed to the Regulatory Programs Licensing Portal to CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT or LOG IN WITH YOUR EXISTING A&A ACCOUNT (@IOWAID).
NOTE: You need to complete the renewal process for both your contractor license and your individual license on the same day in order to receive the discount.
Once you have reviewed the instructions above you may proceed to the Regulatory Programs Licensing Portal to CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT or LOG IN WITH YOUR EXISTING A&A ACCOUNT (@IOWAID).
Renew a Contractor License Online
(Includes Contractor Registration with the Division of Labor.)
Login tips and retrieving passwords - Review these tips if you have trouble logging into your account.
Instructions to create an A&A account
STOP - To link a New Account to an existing business, contact the Help Desk at 855-824-4357 or email adperehreg@idph.iowa.gov.
Renew an Existing Contractor License ONLY:
Once you have reviewed the instructions above you may proceed to the Regulatory Programs Portal to CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT or LOG IN WITH YOUR EXISTING A&A ACCOUNT (@IOWAID).
Apply for a New Individual License or Exam Online
(Master, Journeyperson, Apprentice, and Specialty.)
Login tips and retrieving passwords - Review these tips if you have trouble logging into your account.
Apply for a New License or Exam
(No prior applications submitted.)
- Instructions to create an A&A account (Note - PMSB usernames and passwords created before May 1, 2017, are not linked with A&A accounts. You must create a new username and password with an @iowaid as detailed in the instructions)
- Instructions to apply for a license online
- Instructions to apply for an exam
Once you have reviewed the instructions above you may proceed to the Regulatory Programs Portal to CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT or LOG IN WITH YOUR EXISTING A&A ACCOUNT (@IOWAID).
Make Additions or Changes to an Existing License or Exam:
(Apply for an Additional Exam | Update an Existing License | Complete a Post Exam)
- Instructions to create an A&A account (Note - PMSB usernames and passwords created before May 1, 2017, are not linked with A&A accounts. You must create a new username and password with an @iowaid as detailed in the instructions)
- How to update a license trade or type and complete a post exam
- Instructions to apply for an additional exam
Once you have reviewed the instructions above you may proceed to the Regulatory Programs Portal to CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT or LOG IN WITH YOUR EXISTING A&A ACCOUNT (@IOWAID).
Apply for a New Contractor License
(Includes Contractor Registration with the Division of Labor)
Apply for a New Contractor License
- Instructions to create an A&A account & Register a business (Note - PMSB usernames and passwords created before May 1, 2017, are not linked with A&A accounts. You must create a new username and password with an @iowaid as detailed in the instructions)
- Instructions to register your business - Follow these instructions if you already have an A&A account but have not set up your business yet.
- Instructions to apply for a contractor license and contractor registration online
Once you have reviewed the instructions above you may proceed to the Regulatory Programs Portal to CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT or LOG IN WITH YOUR EXISTING A&A ACCOUNT (@IOWAID).
Continuing Education (CEU) Training Providers
For questions about continuing education please see the PMSB CONTINUING EDUCATION PAGE.
Paper Applications
For information on how to apply by paper, please see the PMSB WEB PAGE.
Contact Information:
For questions related to Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses please see our program page at PMSB web page.
For assistance navigating the Licensing Portal, please contact the Regulatory Programs Help Desk at 855-824-4357 or email adperehreg@idph.iowa.gov.
Verify or Print a License:
- Click HERE for instructions on how to verify a license using the public search option.
- Click HERE for instructions on how login and view or print a license/permit/certificate.
- To perform a public search go to the Regulatory Programs Licensing Portal.