Breaking News! NATEC International Officially Accredited by CDPH for REHS Continuing Education—24 Contact Hours Made Easy

This new accreditation means our trusted Lead, Asbestos, and HAZWOPER courses now offer certified CEUs that count toward your 24-hour continuing education requirement. If you’re a California REHS, it’s never been easier or more convenient to stay compliant and up to date. Click here to register for your REHS Contact Hours!

What Are REHS CEUs and Why Are They Important?

In California, Registered Environmental Health Specialists (REHS) play a vital role in protecting public health through environmental protection, code enforcement, and health education. To maintain licensure, REHS professionals are required by CDPH regulations to complete at least 24 contact hours of continuing education every two years [17 CCR § 1308(a)].

These Continuing Education Units must be approved by CDPH-recognized Accreditation Agencies to ensure the highest standards of professional relevance and academic integrity. Courses must directly relate to the field of environmental health and meet content and instructional quality criteria as outlined by the California Code of Regulations and the REHS Continuing Education Program administered by CDPH. For more details on these requirements, see the CDPH REHS Continuing Education Requirements.

NATEC: Your New CDPH-Accredited Partner in REHS Training

For over 30 years, NATEC International has been a Benchmark leader in environmental health and safety training. Now, with CDPH accreditation in hand, we can help REHS professionals meet their CEU requirements through our trusted, high-quality courses.

Our CEU-Approved Programs Include:

• Lead Training
  Covers EPA, Cal/OSHA, and HUD standards for safe lead practices. NATEC International Lead Training
• Asbestos Training
  Certified courses aligned with CAL/OSHA and EPA AHERA guidelines. NATEC International Asbestos Training
• HAZWOPER Training
  In-depth instruction for hazardous waste operations and emergency response. NATEC International HAZWOPER Training

Whether you’re in the field or in a regulatory role, our programs provide practical, actionable knowledge and now CEUs to keep your REHS certification active.

Meeting California’s CEU Requirements

To maintain your REHS certification in California, you must:

• Complete 24 contact hours of CEUs every two years.
• Ensure courses are approved by a CDPH-recognized Accreditation Agency.
• Keep records of CEU completion for at least five years (in case of CDPH audit).

Want to learn more? View the official CEU statute here:

• Legal Reference: Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 17 § 1308 – Cornell Law School Legal Information Institute (LII)

Looking to become a REHS? You’ll also need to:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 30 semester units in science.
• Complete a CDPH-approved Environmental Health Training Program (EHTP).
• Pass the California REHS Exam.
• Submit official transcripts and fees to CDPH.

How to Get Your CEUs Through NATEC

Getting started is simple:

Step 1: Register for Your Course

• Online: www.NATECintl.com
• Phone: 1-800-969-3228

Step 2: Request CEU Credit

• After registering, send an email to training@natecintl.com with the subject line:
  “REHS CEUs”
  
• Make Sure to Include:
  • Course Name, Course Date and Location, Your Full Name, Email Address & Phone Number

Important: You must request CEU credit before the course begins. Per CDPH policy, NATEC cannot issue CEU credit retroactively.

Why NATEC?

CDPH-Approved CEU Provider

• As a recognized CDPH Accreditation Agency, we’re authorized to issue CEUs for REHS professionals in California—covering high-impact topics like Lead, Asbestos, and HAZWOPER.

Real-World Expertise

• Our instructors are industry veterans with deep knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and Cal/OSHA regulations, bringing field experience and credibility to every class.

Proven Training, Trusted Nationwide

• Since 1989, we’ve trained thousands of professionals in construction, consulting, government, and environmental health roles.

Flexible Formats to Meet Your Needs, we offer:

• In-person classroom sessions
• Live, instructor-led virtual courses
• Custom onsite training for teams and agencies

Wherever and however, you learn best, NATEC makes CEU completion convenient and compliant.

Get Started Today

Don’t wait to fulfill your REHS CEU requirements. With our new CDPH accreditation, NATEC International offers the most direct path to compliance and professional growth. Explore courses and call us today at (800) 969-3228.