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Florida Governance · GOV-01

Four-hour director education certification

Last verified 2026-07-22Fla. Stat. 718.112(2)(d)5.b.Applies to: All newly elected or appointed directors.

Each newly elected or appointed director must file with the association secretary a written certification and an educational certificate from a state-approved 4-hour course, within 1 year before election/appointment or within 90 days after. A director who does not timely file is automatically suspended from the board until they comply.

What to keep on file

Deadline

The exact date depends on your association's facts, such as your building age, unit count, and board dates. Run the free assessment to see when this is due for your board, with the proof to keep.

When to bring in a professional

Ask your state-approved condominium education provider: Which of our current directors have a filed certificate on record, and who is at risk of automatic suspension?

General information, not legal advice. Confirm with association counsel.

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