Alabama
Approved CEU Courses:
None
State Board:
Electrical Contractors Board
610 South McDonough Street
Montgomery AL 36104
(334) 269-9990 Fax: (334) 263-6115
www.aecb.state.al.us
Licensing Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. experience
Exam Given By: PSI
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $35
Exam Fee: $115
Renewal Fee: $35
No. Times Given: 4 times per year
Contractor
Requirements: 4 yrs. experience in supervisory - industrial and commercial
Exam Given By: PSI
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 5
License Fee: $200
Exam Fee $165
Renewal Fee: $200
No. Times Given: 4 times per year
Continuing Education
Requirements:
There are no CEU Requirements at this time.
Renewal:
On exam date
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption Dates:
2005 NEC adopted August 2004. Effective January 2005
Next Projected NEC
Adoption Date:
2008 NEC - August 2007
Notes:
Updated: December, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee,
Virginia
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Labor Standards & Safety Division
Mechanical Inspection Section
333 Willoughby State Office Bldg. 9th Floor
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 465-2589 Fax: (907) 465-2974
http://www.labor.state.ak.us/
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 8,000 hours of experience in the trade subject to the NEC
Exam Given By: Mechanical Inspections Section
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
Biennial License Fee: $200
Application Fee: $50
Biennial Renewal Fee: $200
Number Times Given: Weekly in Anchorage; As needed in other parts of the
state.
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Electrical Journeyman - 16 hours every 2 years
Electrical Administrators - 8 hours of approved continuing education per
license category every 2 years.
The courses listed on our website for Continuing Education Expire 8/31/2009
Renewal:
Every two years
Renewal Year:
Depending on date of issue
Other Licenses:
Lineman, Residential Electrician & Trainee
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 - Not determined possibly summer of 2008
Notes:
For questions regarding Electrical Administrators, contact (907) 465-2589.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code
Alerts Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico,
North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
State Registrar Of Contractors
800 West Washington Street, 6th Floor
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 542-1525 Fax: (602) 542-1599
www.azroc.gov/
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Licensed At Local Levels
Contractor
Requirements: 4 yrs. Journeyman or verifiable experience
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 5 1/2
License Fee: $890/645 - Commercial, $445/320 -Residential
Exam Fee: $72 for one, $125 for two
Renewal Fee: $580/490 - Commercial, $290/240- Residential
Number Times Given: Varies by location
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
Anniversary month
Renewal Year:
Every two years
Other Licenses:
Commercial Electrical Contractor "L-11" , Dual License "K-11"
Low Voltage Communication Systems "C-12", "L-67", Dual license "K-67"
NEC Adoption
Dates:
Adopted by municipality
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
N/A
Notes:
Exam Includes a Trade exam and Business/Law Exam
The National Electric Code is adopted on local levels (about 80). Experior
testing company says that there are no upcoming revisions to the exam at
this time.
Updated: April, 2004
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code
Alerts Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
California, Utah
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Board of Electrical Examiners
10421 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 682-4549 Fax: (501) 682-1765
www.arkansas.gov/labor
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. in Construction/Electrical and Trade School
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $25/year
Exam Fee: Paper Exam $56; Computer exam $86
Renewal Fee: $25/year
No. Times Given: Varies by location
Masters
Requirements: Degree in electrical engineering, plus one year of experience
, or 6 yrs. in Trade, 2 yrs. as a licensed Journeyman
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $50/year
Exam Fee: Paper Exam $56; Computer exam $86
Renewal Fee: $50/year
No. Times Given: Varies by location
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
As of January 2008 8 hours will be required every code cycle.
Renewal:
Anniversary month
Renewal Year:
Every code cycle
Other Licenses:
Residential Journeyman, Residential Master, Industrial maintenance, Airconditioning Electrician, and Contractor (must have a Master employed by
the company).
NEC Adoption
Dates:
Arkansas adopted the 2005 NEC January 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - March 2008
Notes:
Apprentices must be registered with B.A.T.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code
Alerts Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire,
New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah,
Washington, Wyoming
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Contractors State License Board
Physical Address:
9821 Business Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95827
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 26000
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 255-3900 Fax: (916) 366-9130
Automated Phone Response System: (800) 321-2752
www.cslb.ca.gov
Licensing
Requirements:
Electrical Contractor (C-10) License
Class "A" General Engineering Contractor; Class "B" General Building
Contractor;
Requirements: 18 years of age and 4 years experience within the last ten
years as a journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor.
Exam By: State Board (2 parts)
Passing Grade: 66% for trade portion and 69% for Business Portion
Exam Hours: 2.5 hours for Trade/2.5 Hours for Business
License Fee: $150
Application Fee: $250
Exam Fee: 1st time is included in application fee, $50 re-exam
Renewal Fee: Biennial Renewal $300 active; $150 inactive
_______________________________________
Certification is now required of all electricians (except electrical contractors
working under their license (C-10) effective January 2005.
Requirements: Successful Completion of an apprenticeship program
approved by the CA Apprenticeship Council, the BAT, or a state
Apprenticeship Council authorized by the Federal Bureau of Apprenticeship
Training.
General Electrician
Requirements: 8,000 hours of work for an electrical contractor installing,
constructing or maintaining electrical systems covered by the National
Electrical Code.
Residential Electrician
Requirements: 4800 hours of work for an electrical contractor installing,
constructing, or maintaining electrical systems covered by the National
Electric Code.
Voice Data Video Technician
Requirements: 4000 hours of work for an electrical contractor installing,
constructing or maintaining any system that falls within the scope of National
Electrical Code, Articles 725, 770 (non-composite cables only), 800 (nonhybrid cables only), 810 and 820.
Fire/Life Safety Technician
Requirements: 4000 hours of work for an electrical contractor, involving the
installation, construction or maintenance of systems as covered in Article 760
of the National Electrical Code.
Nonresidential Lighting Technician
Requirements: 2,000 hours of work installing, repairing and maintaining
nonresidential lighting while employed by a contractor engaged in the
business of nonresidential lighting maintenance and retrofit installations.
Requirements: 4 yrs. Journeyman experience
Exam By: Cheif DAS
Certification Renewal: Every 3 years
Initial Application Fee: $75
Exam: $100
Renewal: $100
Please visit www.dir.ca.gov/DAS/ElectricalTrade.htm
for complete details.
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None for the State Contractors C-10 license
Renewal:
Staggered
Renewal Year:
Every 2 yrs. (active); Every 4 yrs. (inactive)
Other Licenses:
Electrical Sign (C-45)
Low Voltage license (C-7)
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC - September 2004
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - Fall 2008
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code
Alerts Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Arizona, Nevada, Utah
Colorado
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Colorado State Electrical Board
1580 Logan St., Suite 550
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 894-2300 Fax: (303) 894-2310
www.dora.state.co.us/electrical
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. minimum with at least 2 yrs. commercial work
Exam By: Promissor
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4.5
Application Fee: $50
Exam Fee: $72 (includes license fee)
Renewal Fee: $28
No. Times Given: Mon. - Sat.
Master
Requirements: 5 yrs. minimum; including 4 yrs. in electrical construction (2 of which
commercial and/or industrial) and 1 year planning and layout of work
Exam By: Promissor
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4.5
Application Fee: $50
Exam Fee: $72 (includes license fee)
Renewal Fee: $48
No. Times Given: Mon. - Sat.
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Renewal exam required (20 questions), mailed with renewal forms
Renewal:
February 28
Renewal Year:
Odd Years
Other Licenses:
Residential Wireman
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted July 1, 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - July 2008
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah,
Washington, Wyoming
Connecticut
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Department of Consumer Protection, Occupational & Professional Division
165 Capitol Avenue
State Office Building
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 713-6135 Fax: (860) 713-7239
http://www.ct.gov/dcp
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. on the job training plus 576 hrs. school related instruction
Exam By: PSI Exam Company
www.psiexams.com
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
Application Fee: $45
Exam Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $60 for initial license, prorated
No. Times Given: 6 days per week
Contractor
Requirements: 2 yrs. as a CT licensed Journeyman
Exam By: PSI Exam Company
www.psiexams.com
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
Application Fee: $75
Exam Fee: $130
Renewal Fee: $75 prorated
No. Times Given: 6 days per week
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
7 Hours annually
Renewal:
October 1
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
Telephone, Alarm, High Voltage, Data, Low Voltage Systems
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted July 2004
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - December 2005
Notes:
Updated May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Delaware
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
State Board of Electrical Examiners
861 Silver Lake Blvd.
Cannon Building, Suite 203
Dover, DE 19904
(302) 739-4522 Ext. 204 Fax: (302) 739-4522
www.dpr.delaware.gov
Licensing
Limited
Requirements:
Requirements: 3 yrs. experience under supervision of limited or master electrician,
residential only; or, 4,000 hours full-time experience plus 288 hours of related
instruction
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: Prorated
Exam fee: $60
Renewal Fee: Prorated
No. Times Given: 4 times per year
Master
Requirements: 6 yrs. experience -under supervision of a master elcectrician
commercial, industrial & residential; or, 8,000 hours full-time experience plus 576 hours
of related instruction
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: Prorated
Exam fee: $60
Renewal Fee: Prorated
No. Times Given: 4 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
10 hours every 2 years (min. 5 hours of NEC update)
Renewal:
June 30
Renewal Year:
Every 2 years - even years
Other Licenses:
Limited Specialty, Master Specialty
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted July 1, 2003
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - July 2006
Notes:
All reciprocating states are based on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the
Statutes.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, Wyoming
District Of Columbia
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
District of Columbia
Dept. of Consumet & Regulatory Affairs
Occupational & Professional Licensing
941 N. Capitol St., NE, 7th Floor
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 442-4320 Fax: (202) 442-4528
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs.
Exam By: Laser Grade
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $85
Exam Fee: $85
Renewal Fee: $90
No. Times Given: computerized/given 1 time per month
Master
Requirements: 8 yrs. - 4 yrs. as a Licensed Journeyman
Exam By: Laser Grade
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 5
License Fee: $90
Exam Fee: $85
Renewal Fee: $90
No. Times Given: computerized/given 1 time per month
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
N/A
Renewal Year:
Odd years
Other Licenses:
Alarm, Elevator, Low Voltage
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted October 2004
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
No indication when DC will adopt the 2005 NEC
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Florida
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Electrical Contractors Licensing Board
Department of Business & Professional Regulation
1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0771
(850) 487-1395 Fax: (850) 922-2918
http://www.myflorida.com/dbpr/pro/elboard/elec_index.shtml
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Licensed on Local Levels.
Master
Licensed on Local Levels
Unlimited Electrical Contractor
Requirements: Minimum of 3 yrs. proven experience with W-2 forms
Exam By: Department of Business & Professional Regulation Bureau of Education and
Testing
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 7.5
License Fee: $255
Exam Fee: $150
Application Fee: $150
Renewal Fee: $255
No. Times Given: 3 times per year (March, July, & November)
Check out your Florida license status
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Licensees are required to complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education
each biennium prior to the end of the renewal cycle. A licensee will not be able to
renew his/her license until all continuing education requirements have been met.
The 14 hour requirement must include the following subjects:
7 hours of Technical Education
1 hour of Workers Compensation Education
1 hour of Workplace Safety Education
1 hour of Business Practices
1 hour of Advanced Building Code Module
2 hours of False Alarm Prevention (Only for Alarm Contractors and Electrical
Contractors who perform alarm work.)
The remaining hours may cover general subject matter.
If you obtained your first license on or after September 1, 2005, you are not required to
complete any continuing education during this cycle.
If you obtained your first license between September 1, 2004 and August 31, 2005, you
are required to complete 7 hours of continuing education for this renewal cycle.
All licensees are required to take the 4-hour Building Code Core Course within 2
years of initial licensure. This is a one-time requirement. The Building Code Core
Course is not a renewal requirement; however, the hours may be applied to your
required continuing education.
You may only receive credit for taking a course one time during any renewal cycle –
duplicate courses will not be credited toward your requirements.
You can only receive credit for courses that are approved by the Electrical Contractors’
Licensing Board, which are being offered by approved Continuing Education Providers.
Please verify that provider and course approvals are current at
www.MyFloridaLicense.com. Credit cannot be earned for expired courses or courses
offered by expired providers.
If you grandfathered your registered license during this renewal cycle, you are required
to complete all 14 hours of continuing education.
Renewal:
August 31
Renewal Year:
Even years
Other Licenses:
Alarm I, Alarm II, Lighting Maintenance, Sign, Residential, Limited Energy, Utility
Lineman
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted July 1, 2003
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - July 2006
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Florida County Licensing offices
We hold continuing education seminars in Florida each year. Check out our seminar
schedule
Reciprocates:
Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina
Georgia
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Construction Industry Licensing Board
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-1416 Fax: (478) 207-1425
www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/construct
Licensing
Requirements:
Contractor - Unrestricted & Restricted(Max 200 Amps Single Phase)
Requirements: 4 yrs. Residential & Commercial Experience
Exam By: Applied Measurements Professionals, Inc.
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 7
Application Fee: $30
Exam Fee: $133
Renewal Fee: $75
No. Times Given: 3 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Any applicant for renewal of electrical contractor license is required to complete four (4)
hours of continuing education per year. However, an applicant for renewal who has
been initially licensed for less than two (2) years, but more than 1 year must have
completed four (4) hours of continuing education while licensed prior to initial renewal.
An applicant for renewal who has been initially licensed for one (1) year or less is not
required to complete continuing education prior to initial renewal.
Renewal:
June 30
Renewal Year:
Even years
Other Licenses:
Alarm, Telecommunication, Low Voltage
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted/effective January 2006
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - January 2008
Notes:
Exam includes Business, Law & Technical.
The Department of Community Affairs can be contacted for more information regarding
field practice, (404) 679-4940. CEU does not need to be approved within quidelines.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina
Hawaii
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Dept. of Commerce & Consumer Affairs
Professional & Vocational Licensing Division
PO Box 3469
Honolulu, HI 96801
(808) 586-2705 Fax: (808) 586-2689
http://www.hawaii.gov
Licensing
Requirements:
Journey Worker
Requirements: 5 yrs. & not less than 10,000 hours wiring (18 yrs. age min.)
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $225.00 if licensed between July 1 and June 30 of the first year of the
triennium ('99, '02, '05); $150 if licensed between July 1 and June 30 of the 2nd year of
the triennium ('00, '03, '06); $75.00 if licensed between July 1 and June 30 of the 3rd
year of the triennium ('01, '04, '07).
Application fee: $40
Exam Fee: $85
Renewal Fee: $150 ($25.50 discount if renewed online)
No. Times Given: 6 times per year
Supervisory
Requirements: 4 yrs. as Journey Worker
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $225.00 if licensed between July 1 and June 30 of the first year of the
triennium ('99, '02, '05); $150 if licensed between July 1 and June 30 of the 2nd year of
the triennium ('00, '03, '06); $75.00 if licensed between July 1 and June 30 of the 3rd
year of the triennium ('01, '04, '07).
Application Fee: $40
Exam Fee: $85
Renewal Fee: $150 ($25.50 discount if renewed online)
No. Times Given: 6 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Code update every three years
Renewal:
April 30, 2006
Renewal Year:
Every three years
Other Licenses:
(Supervising & Journey Worker) Electrician Contractor (licensing under the Contractors'
Licensing Board)
"C-13" (Supervising & Journeyman) Industrial Elec. (Supervising & Journeyman)
Specialty Elec. Maintenance Electrician
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted November, 2002
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
There is no indication when Hawaii will adopt the 2005 NEC
Notes:
"C-13" necessary to contact and obtain permits. Electrician's license necessary to do
wiring. Need credit reports, current financial statements, and current tax clearance.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Idaho
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Electrical Bureau
Division of Building Safety
1090 E. Watertower St
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 334-2183 Fax: Fax 208-855-2165
Code & License Info 800-955-3044
dbs.idaho.gov/
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. & 8000 Working Hours
Exam By: Laser Grade
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
Application Fee: $15
License Fee: $55
Exam Fee: Dependent on current rate at testing agency
Renewal Fee: $45
No. Times Given: Monthly
Contractor
Requirements: 2 yrs. as a Licensed Journeyman
Exam By: Laser Grade
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 2
Application Fee: $15
License Fee: $125
Exam Fee: Dependent on current rate at testing agency
Renewal Fee: $100
No. Times Given: Monthly
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
24 hours per license cycle with a minimum of 16 hrs. of code update and 8 hour of
industry.
CEU requirements for 2005 code change year: Each Master and Journeyman
electrician with a license expiration date of July 31, 2005 or later must provide 24 hrs.
of cont. ed., 16 hrs. of which must be on the 2005 code changes in order to renew their
license.
Renewal:
July 1
Renewal Year:
Contractors every year, Journeyman every 3 years
Other Licenses:
Specialty Contractor, Specialty Journeyman, Master Electrician
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted July 1, 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - July 2008
Notes:
National Certification for Electricians waives the exam portion with some restrictions.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
CEU reciprocity with MT,OR,UT,WY,ND,SD,WA
Reciprocates:
Montana, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
No State Level Licensing
Illinois
Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation
320 W. Washington Street, 3rd Floor
Springfield, IL 62786
(217) 782-0458
www.dpr.state.il.us
Licensing
Requirements:
N/A
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
N/A
Renewal:
N/A
Renewal Year:
N/A
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
N/A
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
N/A
Notes:
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Indiana
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
No State Level Licensing
Licensing
Requirements:
N/A
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
N/A
Renewal:
N/A
Renewal Year:
N/A
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted September, 2002
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
No indication when Indiana will adopt the 2005 NEC
Notes:
The 2002 NEC was amended, adopted and became effective Friday, September 13,
2002 statewide. For more information contact the Indiana State Department of Fire &
Building Services (317) 232-1407.
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Iowa
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
No State Level Licensing County Level Only
City of Cedar Rapids
Building Zoning Dept
1201 6th Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Residential Wireman
Electrical Contractor (Master)
Testing Company is Thompson prometrics
Metro Counties included are: Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha and County of Lynn.
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Code update every 3 years
Renewal:
code change year
Renewal Year:
N/A
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC effective January 2006
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC effective Approx January 2009
Notes:
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Kansas
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
No State Level Licensing
Kansas State Board of Technical Professions
900 SW Jackson Street, Suite 507
Topeka, KS 66612
(785) 296-3053 Fax: (785) 296-3054
http://www.accesskansas.org/ksbtp/
Johnson County Contractor Licensing
111 S. Cherry Street, Suite 1056
Olathe, KS 66061
(913)715-2234
http://contractorlicensing.jocoks.com/
Licensing
Requirements:
Homestudy and Online courses will not be accepted for Johnson County. Please
contact Angie Austin-Hoffman at the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions 785296-3053
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Johnson County requires 8 hours per year, due Dec. 31. National Electrical Code
Changes Part 1 and Part 2 are required. This must now be proctored. Homestudy and
Online is not permitted.
Renewal:
Dec 31 (Johnson County)
Renewal Year:
Annually (Johnson County)
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted Jan. 1, 2003
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
There is no indication when Kansas (Johnson county) will adopt the 2005 NEC
Notes:
For field use, the NEC is adopted on local levels. The 2002 NEC is currently being used
for for testing and field practice.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Kentucky
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Office of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Electrical Licensing
101 Sea Hero Rd. Suite 100
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 573-0365 ext. 125 Fax: (502) 573-1057
http://www.ohbc.ky.gov
Licensing
Requirements:
Contractor: Experience not required, must meet all fees and must pass the office's
required exam. Must also submit proof of compliance with workers' comp. and
unemployment insurance laws and regs. and obtain a general liability insurance policy
of not less than $500,000.
Exam By: ICC
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
Application Fee: $200
Exam Fee: $60
Renewal Fee: $200
Master: 6 yrs. verifiable experience in electrical trade, and a training course in electrical
work acceptable to the office, or an additional 2 years of verifiable experience in the
electrical trade.
Exam By: ICC
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 5
Application Fee: $100
Exam Fee: $100
Renewal Fee: $100
Electrician: 4 years verifiable experience as an electrician in the electrical trade and a
training course in electrical work or an additional 2 years of verifiable experience in the
electrical trade.
Exam By: ICC
Passing Grade: 70%
Application Fee: $50
Exam Fee: $100
Renewal Fee: $50
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
6 hrs/year: Continuing education shall relate to the National Electric Code or other
electrical codes incorporated into the Kentucky Building Code or the Kentucky
Residential Code or to safety practices and procedures. (Only 2 of the 6 can be on
safety)
Renewal:
June 30
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted January 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - January 2008
Notes:
The Electrical Section only certifies Master Electrical Contractors (not Journeyman).
Licensing is done on a local level (county or city that they will be working in). By
obtaining state certification, an electrician is not required to take a local exam but still
has to meet local qualifications to receive a license.
Updated: November, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Ohio
Louisiana
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
State Licensing Board for Contractors
P.O. Box 14419
Baton Rouge, LA 70898
(800) 256-1392 / (225) 765-2301
Fax: (225) 765-2431
www.lslbc.state.la.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Licensed at local levels
Master
Licensed at local levels
Contractor
Requirements: Provide 5 job references and must have net worth of $10,000 to be
approved.
Exam By: In House
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $100
Exam Fee: $75
Renewal Fee: $100
No. Times Given: 2 times per week
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
December 31
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC - adopted 2004
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
No indication when Louisiana will adopt the 2005 NEC
Notes:
Recriprocation status currently under way for Texas.
Exam includes a business and law exam. There is a one time licensing surcharge of
$400 for out-of-state contractors.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah
Maine
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Department of Professional & Financial Regulation
Office of Licensing & Regulation
35 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
(207) 624-8603 Fax: (207) 624-8637
www.maineprofessionalreg.org
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 8,000 hours working experience plus 576 hours of electrical education
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $80
Exam Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $80
No. Times Given: 7 times per year
Master
Requirements: 12,000 hours plus 576 hours required study
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $150
Exam Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $150
No. Times Given: 7 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
15 hours every NEC change
Renewal:
Staggered
Renewal Year:
Every 2 years from date of issue
Other Licenses:
Helpers, Apprentices, Limited
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted July 1, 2002
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - July 2005
Notes:
The 2002 NEC is currently in use for both testing and field practice.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Oregon, Vermont
Maryland
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
State Board of Master Electricians
500 North Calvert St., Room 302
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 230-6163 Fax: (410) 333-6314
www.dllr.state.md.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Master
Requirements: 7 yrs. under a licensed Master
Exam By: PSI
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $20
Exam Fee: $40
Renewal Fee: $25
No. Times Given: Weekly
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
On local level: Prince George's County and Cecil County only
State level: No
Renewal:
Staggered
Renewal Year:
Every 2 years from date of issue
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
Adopted at county levels
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
N/A
Notes:
Master Electricians are licensed at a state level for the three counties in the state that
do not require licensing. Some local jurisdictions may have a limited restricted license.
The exams are currently based on the 1999 NEC. Contact the local counties for
information regarding field practice.
Updated: April, 2004
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Delaware, Virginia
Massachusetts
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
BUREAU OF ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND LICENSING.
239 Causeway Street, Floor 5
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 727-9931 Fax: (617) 727-5012
www.mass.gov/reg/boards/el
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 8,000 hrs. within 4 yrs. plus 600 hours board approved education. 300
hours if you have worked prior to July 1, 2001
Exam Given By: PSI
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 7
License Fee: $
Exam Fee: $
Renewal Fee: $68
No. Times Given: Computerized, Daily
Master
Requirements: 1 yr. Journeyman, plus 150 hours advanced theory
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Given: PSI
Exam Hours: 7
License Fee: $
Exam Fee: $
Renewal Fee: $102
No. Times Given: Computerized, Daily
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
21 hours every 3 years - 15 code
Renewal:
July 31
Renewal Year:
Every 3 years
Other Licenses:
Fire Alarm, Burglar
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted January 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC: January 2008
Notes:
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Maine, New Hampshire, Oregon, Vermont, Washington
Michigan
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Department of Labor and Economic Growth
Bureau of Construction Codes & Fire Safety
Electrical Division
P.O. Box 30254
Lansing, MI 48909
(517) 241-9320 Fax: (517) 241-9308
www.michigan.gov/bccfs
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 8,000 hours experience (not less than 4 yrs.) under supervision of a
licensed Journeyman or Master, and notarized documentation.
Exam By: Bureau of Construction Codes
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 2.5
License Fee: $20
Exam Fee: $25
Renewal fee: $20
No. Times Given: 6 times per year
Master
Requirements: 2 yrs. as a Journeyman plus 4,000 hours under a Master (no less than 2
yrs.)
Exam By: Bureau of Construction Codes
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $25
Exam Fee: $25
Renewal fee: $25
No. Times Given: 6 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
15 hours per Code cycle
Renewal:
December 31
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
Electrical Contractor, Sign Specialty Contractor, Fire Alarm Specialty Tech., Sign
Specialty Tech., Fire Alarm Contractor
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted Feb. 29, 2004
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - December 2006
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Minnesota
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Minnesota Dept. of Labor and Industry
Electrical Licensing and Inspection Unit
443 Lafayette Road N
Saint Paul, MN 55155-4342
(651) 284-5064 Fax: (651) 284-5743
www.electricity.state.mn.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. in electrical work
Exam By: Board Exam
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $30 for 2 yrs.
Exam Fee: $35
Renewal Fee: $30 for 2 yrs.
No. Times Given: 4 times per month
Master
Requirements: 1 yr. as a Journeyman or 5 yrs. planning, installing & layout, or electrical
engineer's license
Exam By: Board Exam
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $80 for 2 yrs.
Exam Fee: $35
Renewal Fee: $80 for 2 yrs.
No. Times Given: 4 times per month
Power Limited Technician
Requirements: 36 mos. installing wiring equip. including at least 12 mos. installing
alarm and communication or technology circuits or systems. Up to 12 mos. of
experience credit may be granted for the completion of a board approved course.
Exam By: Board Exam
Passing Grade: 70%
License Fee: $30 for 2 yrs.
Exam Fee: $35
Renewal Fee: $30 for 2 yrs.
No. Times Given: 4 times per month
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
16 hours of continuing education: 12 NEC and 4 hours related is allowed.
Renewal:
2 years after issue of license (Journeyman & Power Limited Tech); Feb. 28th of odd
years (Master)
Renewal Year:
Every 2 years
Other Licenses:
Contractor
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted Sept. 1, 2002
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - July 1, 2005
Notes:
Exam includes 25 code question, open book, & 50 theory practical wiring questions.
Limited waiver of exam requirement for applicants from ND, SD, & NE.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Exception: 8 hrs of continuing education required for power limited technicians
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South
Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Mississippi
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Mississippi State Board of Contractors
215 Woodline Drive, Suite B
Jackson, MS 39232
(601) 354-6161 or (800) 880-6161
www.msboc.state.ms.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Licensed at local levels
Master
Requirements: None
Exam By: PSI
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $200
Exam Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $200
No. Times Given: Wednesdays and Saturdays
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
Anniversary month
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
Adopted at local levels
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
N/A
Notes:
The trade exam will be waived if the state applicant is from honors MS trade exams.
Exams are now given by PSI for State Contractors licenses. The 2002 NEC is currently
being used for both field & testing.
Updated: April, 2004
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Tennessee
Missouri
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
No State Level Licensing
Department of Codes & Administration
414 East 12th Street
Kansas City, MO
(816) 513-1500 Fax: (816) 513-1519
www.kcmo.org
Licensing
There is no state level licensing. Contractors are licensed at the local city and county
Requirements:
level. Please contact your county for specific details.
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
N/A
Renewal:
N/A
Renewal Year:
N/A
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
1999 NEC: Sept. 3, 2001
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2002 NEC: No changes in review
Notes:
The 1999 is currently being used for both testing and field practice. No changes
regarding the 2002 NEC in view. For more information on field use requirements call
the Code Administration Questions Line 816-513-1511. Testing is administered on local
levels. Exam may be given by ICC in the future.
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Montana
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Department of Labor & Industry
301 South Park, 4th Floor
P.O. Box 200513
Helena, MT 59620
(406) 841-2367 Fax: (406) 841-2309
www.electrician.mt.gov
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. (8,000 hours with max of 4,000 residential) for Journeyman, 2 yrs.
residential (4,000 hours)
Exam By: LaserGrade
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 3 (60 questions) Residential: 2.5 (50 questions)
License Fee: $120 by exam, $125 by endorse reciprocate; $20 temp. fee.
Exam Fee: Varies by type of exam.
Renewal Fee: $100
No. Times Given: Exam dates vary by site. To locate a site near you, please go to their
website at www.lasergrade.com . Exams are available on almost a daily basis. Only
individuals who have been approved by the State Electrical Board will be allowed to
register for an exam.
Master
Requirements: 5 yrs. (10,000 hours Journeyman exp in planning, layout, & supervision;
must be a blend of commercial, residential, institutional, & industrial)
Exam By: LaserGrade
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 3 (80 questions)
License Fee: $120 by exam; $20 temp. fee
Exam Fee: Varies by type of exam.
Renewal Fee: $100
No. Times Given: Exam dates vary by site. To locate a site near you, please go to their
website at www.lasergrade.com . Exams are available on almost a daily basis. Only
individuals who have been approved by the State Electrical Board will be allowed to
register for an exam.
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
24 hours every 3 years (min. 12 on NEC)
Renewal:
July 15
Renewal Year:
Every 3 years (next due 2006)
Other Licenses:
Contractor, Limited for Journeyman, Unlimited for Master
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC effective Dec. 27, 2002
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - December 2005
Notes:
Updated: August, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon,
South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Nebraska
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
State Electrical Board
P.O. Box 95066
800 South 13th, Suite 109
Lincoln, NE 68509
(402) 471-3550 Fax: (402) 471-4297
www.electrical.state.ne.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. verifiable experience
Exam By: Board
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $50
Exam Fee: $60
Renewal Fee: $50 for 2 yrs.
No. Times Given: Monthly
Contractors
Requirements: 5 yrs. verifiable experience in design & layout
Exam By: Board
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $250 for 2 years, $125 for the even year
Exam Fee: $125
Renewal Fee: $250 for 2 years
No. Times Given: Monthly
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
12 hours to renew all license types (Min. 6 hrs NEC)
Renewal:
December 31
Renewal Year:
Even years
Other Licenses:
Apprenticeship, Fire Alarm
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted March 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - March 2008
Notes:
The 2002 NEC is currently being used for both testing and field practice. All reciprocate
information applies to Journeyman only. Electrical Contractor reciprocate agreement
with only MN & SD.
Updated: April, 2004
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah,
Wyoming
Nevada
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Nevada State Contractors Board
9670 Gateway Drive, Suite 100
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 688-1141 Fax: (775) 688-1271
www.nscb.state.nv.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Licensed at local levels
Contractor
Requirements: 4 yrs. in the trade
Exam By: PSI
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $300
Application Fee: $300
Exam Fee: $130 total for both exams (trade & law)
Renewal fee: $300
No. Times Given: daily
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
Anniversary month
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
See below
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
N/A
Notes:
The NEC is adopted on local levels, although the NV State Board does require that the
“most current NEC, as adopted by the county, be used.” Exams are now given by PSI.
No reciprocity for electrical. Must obtain business license.
Updated: April, 2004
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
New Hampshire
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Electricians Licensing Board
2 Industrial Park Drive, Bldg. 2
P.O. Box 646
Concord, NH 03302
(603) 271-3748 Fax: (603) 271-2257
www.state.nh.us/electrician
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 8,000 hours practical experience & 576 hours of post-secondary
electrical school
Exam By: Board
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $30
Exam Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $30
No. Times Given: January, April, July, & October
Master
Requirements: 2,000 hours practical experience as a Journeyman
Exam By: Board
Passing Grade: 70% on each part - total of 3
Exam Hours: 5
License Fee: $75
Exam Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $75
No. Times Given: January, April, July, & October
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
15 hours every 3 years
Renewal:
Birth month
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
Apprenticeship, High medium voltage
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted March 2005, effective July 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - March 2008
Notes:
The 2002 NEC is currently being used for both testing and field practice.
The first exam to be based on the 2005 NEC is tentatively July 2005.
NH also issues ID cards to apprentice electricians who renew annually from their issue
date. The renewal fee for apprenticeship is $15 & proof of 144 hours of class study are
needed to renew.
Updated: April, 2004
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Department of Law & Public Safety
Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors
P.O. Box 45006
Newark, NJ 07101
(973) 504-6410 Fax: (973) 648-3355
www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/nonmed.htm#elec5
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
(Qualified Journeyman Electrician, qualified and registered by the Board.)
New Jersey
Contractor
Requirements: Completed 4-year apprenticeship program as approved. Certificate to
be submitted with app. & proof of satisfying N.J.A.C.13:31-1.4(b)1 or (b)2. Earned B.A.
degree in elec engineering & 2 yrs. experience. Proof of necessary education & 5 yrs.
experience.
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 7.5
License Fee: $150 for 3 yrs.
Application Fee: $100
Exam Fee: $135 for 3 parts
Renewal Fee: $150
No. Times Given: Every 4 months
Continuing
NEW LICENSEES: Licensees shall not be required to complete the cont. ed.
Education
Requirements:
requirements for the triennial registration period in which they initially received
licensure. That means those who initially received their Electrical Contractor's License
during the triennial period of April 1st, 2003 through March 31st, 2006, will not be
required to complete the 34 hrs. of cont. ed. required when a licensee renews his/her
license for the triennial renewal period of 2006-2009.
All other ACTIVE LICENSEES: When a licensee renews his/her license in 2006, for the
Triennial Renewal Period of 2006-2009 the requirements are as follows: Prior to
renewal in 2006, a licensee must complete a total of 34 hrs. of cont. ed. which includes
9 hours of code, 1 hour of law and 24 additional hours of board approved, trade related
courses/seminars. An overall total of 34 cont. ed. hours will be required for a Licensee's
Renewal in 2006 which means a Licensee should complete this requirement well in
advance of his/her renewal (during the 2003-2006 license period).
NOTE: The 10 hours of Code & Law required for the 2006-2009 triennial renewal must
be based on the 2005 NEC and is generally taught after January 2005.
Renewal:
April 1
Renewal Year:
Every 3 years
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted May 1, 2006
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - May 2009
Notes:
There is a 6-month grace period for anyone applying for the license.
Updated: July, 2007
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Delaware
New Mexico
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Regulation and Licensing Department
Construction Industries Division
2550 Cerrillos Rd.
Santa-Fe, NM 87505
(505) 222-9800
www.rld.state.nm.us/CID/index.htm
CLSI
Licensing Vendor
Please contact for license info.
3211 Coors Blvd. SW
Ste. A-3
Albequerque, NM 87121
(505) 452-8311
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. experience
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
www.experioronline.com
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: Residential: 3 parts; Total 2hrs. 40 min.
Residential Commercial: 3 parts;
Total 1hr. 40 min.
License Fee: $25, 3 yrs. - $75
Exam Fee: $45 plus tax
Renewal Fee: $25, 3 yrs. - $75
No. Times Given: Written exams given daily. Practical exams please call for
schedule - it varies per month.
Contractor
Requirements: 4 yrs. experience
Exam By: Thomson Prometric [Formerly Experior]
www.experioronline.com
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 3 parts - Total 6 hrs.
License Fee: $100
Exam Fee: $200
Renewal Fee: $100
No. Times Given: Written exams given daily
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Journeyman residential, journeyman commercial, and electricians - effective
July 2005: 16 hr. continuing education requirement
Renewal:
Anniversary month
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted Jan. 18, 2002
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC: July 2005
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code
Alerts Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
New York
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
No State Level Licensing
State Dept. of Labor
Division of Safety & Health
License & Certificate Unit
Building 12, Room 161
Albany, NY 12240
(518) 457-2735 Fax (518) 485-8530
www.labor.state.ny.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Contact local levels
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
N/A
Renewal:
N/A
Renewal Year:
N/A
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
N/A
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
N/A
Notes:
See New York City below (if applicable).
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
New York City
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
NYC license holders can work in all five boroughs: Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan,
Queens, & Staten Island.
Department of Buildings, Electrical Licensing Division
One Centre Street, 23rd Floor, Room 2337
New York, NY 10007
(212) 669-8672 Fax: (212) 669-3894
Licensing
Requirements:
Master
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering plus 3.5 yrs. under a licensed electrician, or
Vocational School plus 5.5 yrs. under a licensed electrician, or no schooling plus 7.5
yrs. under a licensed electrician
License Fee: $310
Seal Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $90 ($60 license/$30 seal)
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
N/A
Renewal:
December 31
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
N/A
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
N/A
Notes:
To apply for the exam, contact:
Department of Citywide Administration Services
18 Washington Street
New York, NY 10004
(212) 487-JOBS
nyc.gov/html/dcas
Reciprocates:
None
North Carolina
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Board of Examiners of Electrical Contactors
P.O. Box 18727
Raleigh, NC 27619
(919) 733-9042 Fax: (919) 733-6105
www.ncbeec.org
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Licensed at local levels.
Unlimited Contractor
Requirements: 14,000 hours
Exam By: Promissor
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $150
Exam Fee: $75
Renewal Fee: $150
No. Times Given: Computer based - no set schedule
Limited Contractor
Requirements: 8,000 hours
Exam By: Promissor
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $60
Exam Fee: $75
Renewal Fee: $150
No. Times Given: Computer based - no set schedule
Intermediate Requirements: 12,000 hours
Exam By: Promissor
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $100
Exam Fee: $75
Renewal Fee: $150
No. Times Given: Computer based - no set schedule
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
4-8 hours by classification
Renewal:
Staggered
Renewal Year:
Yearly
Other Licenses:
Elevator, Pool Bonding, One Family, Sign, Plumbing & Heating, Water Pump, Low
Voltage
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted March 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - March 2008
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia
North Dakota
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
North Dakota State Electrical Board
P.O. Box 857
Bismarck, ND 58502
(701) 328-9522 Fax: (701) 328-9524
www.ndseb.com
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. Electrical Construction
Exam By: Director
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4.5
License Fee: $25
Exam Fee: $25
Renewal Fee: $25
No. Times Given: 12 times per year
Master
Requirements: 1 yr. as a Journeyman
Exam By: Director
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $50
Exam Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $50
No. Times Given: 12 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
6 hours every year (min. 3 hours Code)
Renewal:
March 31
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted September 2004
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - September 2008
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code
Alerts Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, South
Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Ohio
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
State of Ohio Department of Commerce
Division of Industry Compliance OCIEB
6606 Tussing Road, P.O. Box 4009
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
(614) 644-3493 Fax: (614) 728-1200
www.com.state.oh.us
http://www.com.state.oh.us/dic/dicocilb.htm
Licensing
Requirements:
THE STATE OF OHIO DOES NOT LICENSE GENERAL CONTRACTORS
THE STATE OF OHIO DOES NOT LICENSE JOURNEYMEN
(Please check with your local building department)
Electrical Specialty Trade:
Requirements: 5 years in the trade prior to the date of application, or 3
years experience as an engineer in the construction industry. You must be
at least 18 years of age, a US citizen or legal resident alien, and never
convicted of a felony.
Exam By: ICC
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 5
Application Fee: $25
Exam Fee: $70
Certificate Fee: $25
Renewal Fee: $60
No. Times Given: Every 2 months
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
10 classroom hours of approved continuing education each year. 5 hrs.
must be code related.
Renewal:
Quarterly depending upon the month the exam was taken - 3/30, 6/30 or
9/30
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted January 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - January 2008
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code
Alerts Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Kentucky, West Virginia
Oklahoma
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
Affidavit /
Ammendments
Oklahoma requires that you complete this evaluation [PDF file] and submit it to the
state along with your certificate upon completing this course.
State Board:
Construction Industries Board
2401 NW 23rd Street
Suite #5
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
(405) 271-5217 Fax: (405) 271-5254
www.cib.state.ok.us/
Licensing
Requirements:
Unlimited Journeyman
Requirements: 8,000 hours (4 yrs.) with minimum of 2 yrs. commercial/industrial
Exam By: Thomson Prometrics [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 5
License Fee: $50 + $25 application processing fee.
Exam Fee: $100
Renewal Fee: $50
No. Times Given: 5 days a week
Contractor
Requirements: 12,000 hours (6 yrs.) with 2 yrs. served as a licensed Journeyman
Exam By: Thomson Prometrics [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $200 + $25 application processing fee
Exam Fee: $100
Renewal Fee: $150
No. Times Given: 5 days a week
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
6 hours every 3 years (Code update years only)
Renewal:
Birth Month
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
Residential Journeyman, Residential Contrator, Limited Contractor
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted July, 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - July 2008
Notes:
In 2005 we will switch to birth month renewal for all licenses.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Oregon
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
Affidavit /
Ammendments
Oregon Amendments, You MUST read prior to taking a Continuing Education
Course
State Board:
Building Codes Division
P.O. Box 14470
Salem, OR 97309
(503) 373-1268 Fax: (503) 378-2322
www.cbs.state.or.us/external/bcd/
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. - min 8,000 hours residential, commercial, & industrial (HS
diploma)plus 576 hours Associated classroom training
Exam By: Electrical Inspection Dept.
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours:2 parts (4 hours total) License cycle: $110
Exam Fee: $10
Renewal Fee: $100
No. Times Given: Varies
Supervising Electrician
Requirements: 4 years performing work as a licensed Oregon Journeyman (HS
diploma)
Exam By: Electrical Inspection Dept.
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 2 parts (part 1=4 hours part 2=2 hours)
License Fee: $100 for 3 yrs.
Exam Fee: $10
Renewal Fee: $100 for 3 yrs.
No. Times Given: 1st Monday of each month
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
24 hours every 3 years
Renewal:
October 1
Renewal Year:
Every 3 years
Other Licenses:
Journeyman - Other specialties, Limited Energy Manufacturing Plant, Sign
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted April 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC: April 2008
Notes:
Code change credit needs to be labeled as Code Related. LMS contractors, Limited
HVAC and Restricted Energy Contractors require 4 hours every 3 years.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Arkansas, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Montana, Rhode Island, Utah, Wyoming
Pennsylvania
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
No State Level Licensing
Construction Regulation Dept. of General Svcs.
Public Works-Headquarters Bldg.
18th & Herr St., Room 104
Harrisburg, PA 17125
(717) 787-6371 Fax (717) 772-3399
www.dgs.state.pa.us
Licensing
Requirements:
N/A
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
N/A
Renewal:
N/A
Renewal Year:
N/A
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2003 IEC adopted December 31, 2003 - References the 2002 NEC
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2006 IEC - December 31, 2006
Notes:
For NEC requirement information, contact PA Utilities at (800) 782-1110
Updated May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Rhode Island
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
RI Department of Labor & Training
Division of Professional Regulation
1511 Pontiac Avenue
P.O. Box 20247
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 462-8580 Fax: (401) 462-8528
www.dlt.state.ri.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. (8,000 hours)plus 576 hours of state approved schooling. You
must be registered in the RI apprenticeship program to have an apprentice card.
Exam By: Labor Dept.
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $36
Exam Fee: $36
Renewal Fee: $36
No. Times Given: 4 times per year (every 120 days)
Master
Requirements: 2 yrs. as a Journeyman & 12,000 hours of trade
Exam By: Labor Dept.
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $120
Exam Fee: $36
Renewal Fee: $120(+ $36 for Journeyman)
No. Times Given: 4 times per year(every 120 days)
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
15 hours every 3 years
Renewal:
Birth month
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
Electric Sign - Master, Electric Sign Installer, Electric Elevator - Journeyman, Limited
Premise License, Electric Oilburner - Journeyman & Master, Fire Alarm - Journeyman
& Master
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted Aug. 1, 2002
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - August 2005
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
South Carolina
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Department of LLR
Contractors Licensing Board
Synergy Office Park, Kingstree Blvd.
110 Centerview Dr., Suite 201
Columbia, SC 29210
P.O. Box 11329
Columbia, SC 29211
(803) 896-4686 Fax: (803) 896-4701
www.llr.state.sc.us/pol/contractors
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Licensed at local levels.
Contractor III
Requirements: Compiled financial statement; $10,000 net worth - $50,000 contract
limit.
Exam By: PSI
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $350
Exam Fee: $75
Renewal Fee: $350 for 2 yrs.
No. Times Given: daily
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
October 31
Renewal Year:
Every 2 years
Other Licenses:
Electrical Contractor Group I(Self prepared financial statement. $3,500 net worth
required, $17,500 limit); Electrical Contractor Group II (Self prepared financial
statement. $6,000 net worth required, $30,000 limit); Electrical Contractor Group IV
(Compiled financial statement. $25,000 net worth, $125,000 limit); Electrical Contractor
Group V (Audited financial statement. $100,000 net worth required, unlimited contract).
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted July 1, 2003
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - July 2006
Notes:
Additional Reciprocate: Reading, PA
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah
South Dakota
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
State Electrical Commission
302 South Pierre St.
Pierre, SD 57501
(800) 233-7765 Fax: (605) 773-6213
www.state.sd.us/dol/Boards/electrical/ELEC_HOM.htm
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. apprenticeship
Exam By: State Electrical Commission
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 8
License Fee: $40
Exam Fee: $40
Renewal Fee: $40
No. Times Given: 12 times per year
Electrical Contractor
Requirements: 2 yrs. Journeyman and a $10,000 bond is required
Exam By: State Electrical Commission
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 8
License Fee: $100
Exam Fee: $40
Renewal Fee: $100
No. Times Given: 12 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
16 hours every 2 years (minimum of 8 hrs. code)
Live courses only. If taking our course - each course is worth a total of 2 CEU, no
matter what.
Renewal:
June 30
Renewal Year:
Every 2 Years (even years)
Other Licenses:
Apprentice License-$20
Electrical Inspector-$40
Class B Electrician-$40
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted September, 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - September 2008
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, South
Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Tennessee
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Board for Licensing Contractors
500 James Robertson Parkway, Suite 110
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 741-8307 / (800) 544-7693
Fax: (615) 532-2868
www.state.tn.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Contractor
Requirements: Audited or reviewed for $1,000,000 or above
Exam By: Thomson Prometrics [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 6
License Fee: $150
Exam Fee: $45 per part (3 part)
Renewal Fee: $200 - bi annually
No. Times Given: see notes below
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
Anniversary month
Renewal Year:
Every 2 years
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted July, 2002
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - July 2005
Notes:
The 2002 NEC is currently being used for both testing and field practice. Exams are
given once per week for major cities (Memphis, Chattanooga & Knoxville), and once
per month for remote cities (Johnson City & Jackson). Currently pending on adding
South Carolina as reciprocate.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Michigan
Texas
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
PO Box 12157
Austin, TX 78711
(512) 463-6599 or (800) 803-9202 in TX
www.license.state.tx.us/electricians/elec.htm
Licensing
Requirements:
Electricians in Texas are required to become licensed by Sept. 1, 2004
Masters
12,000 hours of on-the-job training under supervision of master electrician and pass the
master electrician examination
Exam By: ICC/SBCCI
Application Fee: $75
Renewal Fee: $75
Contractor
Either be a licensed master electrician or employ one, show proof of financial
responsibility (will be defined by rule), and meet statutory requirements for workers
compensation coverage.
Exam By: ICC/SBCCI
Application Fee: $125
Renewal Fee: $125
Journeyman
8,000 hours of on-the-job training under supervision of a master electrician and pass
the journeyman electrician examination.
Exam By: ICC/SBCCI
Application Fee: $50
Renewal Fee: $50
If you are a licensed journeyman electrician who filed a state application seeking a
state master electrician's license based solely on experience, you will not receive a
license. Soon it will be too late for you to apply for a state journeyman electrician's
license under the grandfather provisions of the law.
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) suggests that you file an
application for a state journeyman's license prior to the end of the statutory
grandfathering period on June 1, 2004.To download a journeyman electrician's
application, copy and paste the following URL into your address bar:
http://www.license.state.tx.us/electricians/elecforms.htm
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Each licensee must complete 4 hours of continuing education annually and prior to their
renewal date. The educational courses must address the National Electric Code and 1
hour of this 4 hour requirment must address the Texas state laws and rules that
regulate the conduct of the license holder.
Renewal:
Dependent upon date of issue
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
Master sign electrician, Journeyman sign electrician, Residential wireman, Maintenance
electrician , Electrical apprentice, Electrical sign contractor
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC effective July 1, 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - July 2008
Notes:
Updated: March 2007
Reciprocity Agreements:
Master Electricians - Louisiana (state contractor’s license)
Journeyman Electricians - Washington and Arkansas
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Arkansas, Louisiana, Washington
Utah
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Division of Professional Licensing
160 E. 300 S., 1st Floor
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
(801) 530-6628 Fax: (801) 530-6511
www.dopl.utah.gov
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: For a complete outline of license requirements, please go to:
www.dopl.utah.gov
Exam By: Thomson Prometrics [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 6 (3 of these hours are hands-on practical)
License Fee: $110
Exam Fee: $110
Renewal: $63
No. Times Given: 2 attempts to pass
Master
Requirements: For a complete list of license requirements, please go to:
www.dopl.utah.gov
Exam By: Thomson Prometrics [Formerly Experior]
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 6 (3 of these hours are hands-on practical)
License Fee: $110
Exam Fee: $110
Renewal Fee: $63
No. Times Given: 2 attempts to pass
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
16 hours (min. 8 Code)
Renewal:
July 31 Even Years
Renewal Year:
Deadline November 30th of Even Years
Other Licenses:
Residential Journeyman, Residential Master, Apprentice
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted January 1, 2006
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - January 2009
Notes:
Reciprocate only for Journeyman. Masters reciprocity only with Oregon and Wyoming.
Updated: March 22, 2006
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New
Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming
Vermont
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Division of Fire Safety
1311 U.S. Route 302 - Berlin
Suite 600
Barre, VT 05641-2351
(802) 479-7561 Toll Free (800) 640-2106
Fax (802) 479-7562
www.dps.state.vt.us/fire/
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 8,000 hours apprenticeship plus 4 yrs. school, or 12,000 hours of
documented hands-on experience
Exam By: International Code Council (ICC)
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $90
Exam Fee: $65
Renewal Fee: $90
No. Times Given: 6 times per year
Master
Requirements: 2 yrs. as a Journeyman
Exam By: International Code Council (ICC)
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 5
License Fee: $120
Exam Fee: $65
Renewal Fee: $120
No. Times Given: 6 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
15 hours every 3 years
Renewal:
Anniversary month
Renewal Year:
Every 3 years
Other Licenses:
Specialty licenses - various catagories
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted November 1, 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - November 2008
Notes:
Eight hours required for state licensing. Specialty licensing as of January 2004.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire
Virginia
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation
Virginia Board for Contractors
3600 W. Broad Street, 4th Floor
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 367-8511 Fax: (804) 367-2474
www.dpor.virginia.gov
Licensing
Journeyman
Requirements:
Requirements: One of the following: 4 years of practical experience in the
trade and 240 hours of formal vocational training in the trade. Experience in
excess of four years may be substituted for formal vocational training at a
ratio of one year of experience for 80 hours of formal training, but not to
exceed 200 hours; An associate degree or a certificate of completion from
at least a two-year program in a tradesman related field from an accredited
community college or technical school as evidenced by a transcript from the
educational institution and two years of practical experience in the trade for
which licensure is desired; A bachelor's degree received from an accredited
college or university in an engineering curriculum related to the trade and
one year of practical experience ; or On or after July 1, 1995, an applicant
with ten years of practical experience in the trade as verified by reference
letters of experience from any of the following: building officials, building
inspectors, current or former employers, contractors, engineers, architects
or current or past clients, attesting to the applicant’s work in the trade, may
be granted permission to sit for the journeyman’s level
examination without having to meet the educational requirements.
Exam By: PSI
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3.5
License Fee: $90
Exam Fee: Shall not exceed $100
Renewal Fee: $40
No. Times Given: Contact PSI at (800)733-9267
www.psiexams.com/index3.htm
Master
Requirements: 1 yr. as a licensed Journeyman or 10 yrs. practical
experience
Exam By: PSI
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam Hours: 4.5
License Fee: $90
Exam Fee: Shall not exceed $125
Renewal Fee: $40
No. Times Given: Contact PSI at (800)733-9267
www.psiexams.com/index3.htm
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
Anniversary month
Renewal Year:
Every 2 years
Other Licenses:
Contractor Class A, B, and C
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted in November 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - November 2008
Notes:
Updated Dec, 2006
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code
Alerts Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Maryland, North Carolina
Washington
These courses will expire in the state of Washington on December 31st 2007
Approved CEU Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Department of Labor & Industries
P.O. Box 44460
Olympia, WA 98504
(360) 902-5269 Fax: (360) 902-5296
www.lni.wa.gov/scs/electrical
Licensing Requirements: Journeyman
Requirements: 8,000 hours(OJT); 4,000 hours must be commercial/new industrial
work
Exam By: Laser Grade
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $69.50
Exam Fee: $50.75 (re-test fee $50.75)
Renewal Fee: $64.50 (late fee $130 within 90 days of exp date, 91+ days re-test)
No. Times Given: 12 times annually
Specialty Licensing
Requirements: 4,000 hours(OJT); must be only in that specialty
Exam By: Laser Grade
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 3
License Fee: $69.50
Exam Fee: $50.75 (re-test fee $50.75)
Renewal Fee: $64.50 (late fee $130 within 90 days of exp date, 91+ days re-test)
No. Times Given: 12 times annually
Electrical Administrator
Requirements: None
Exam By: Laser Grade
Passing Grade: 70%
License/App. Fee: $91.50
Exam Fee: $64.75
Renewal Fee: $81 (late fee $162.25 within 90 days of exp date, 91+ days re-test)
Continuing Education
Requirements:
24 hours with a min. of 8 hours Code changes. Beginning January 1, 2005 four hours
of the required CEU's must be on the currently adopted Revised Code of Washington
(RCW) 19.28 and its related Washington Administrative Codes (WAC).
Renewal:
Birth date
Renewal Year:
Every 3 years
Other Licenses:
N/A
NEC Adoption Dates:
2005 NEC adopted August 2005
Next Projected NEC
Adoption Date:
2008 NEC - August 2008
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Reciprocates for CEU only and does not apply to licensing.
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North
Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming
West Virginia
Approved CEU
Courses:
None
State Board:
State Fire Marshal
1207 Quarrier St., 2nd Floor
Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 558-2191 Fax: (304) 558-2537
www.wvfiremarshal.org
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. trade Electrician or 1,080 hours electrical/vocational education
Exam By: Department
Passing Grade: 80% open book
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $50
Exam Fee: $25
Renewal Fee: $50
Master
Requirements: 5 yrs. residential, commercial, and industrial
Exam By: Department
Passing Grade: 80% open book
Exam Hours: 4
License Fee: $50
Exam Fee: $25
Renewal Fee: $50
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
None
Renewal:
June 30
Renewal Year:
Annually
Other Licenses:
Apprentice, Electric Sign, Elevator, Low Voltage, Single-Family Dwelling, HVAC
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted July, 2003 for Testing
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
No indication when West Virginia will adopt the 2005 NEC
Notes:
The 1999 NEC is currently being used for field use only and testing is based on the
2002 NEC. Ohio and North Carolina are reciprocates for Master level only; Virginia is
reciprocate for Masters & Journeyman; Maryland and Arkansas reciprocate status is
pending.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia
Wisconsin
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Department of Commerce
Safety & Building Division
201 W. Washington Avenue
P.O. Box 7082
Madison, WI 53707
(608) 261-8500 Fax: (608) 267-0592
www.commerce.state.wi.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 5 yrs. with 1,000 hours per year in the field
Exam By: Department
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
Exam Fee: $30
License Fee: $75
Application Fee: $35
Renewal Fee: $75
No. Times Given: 3 times per month
Master
Requirements: 7 yrs. with 1,000 hours per year in the field
Exam By: Department
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam Hours: 4
Exam Fee: $30
License Fee: $150
Application Fee: $35
Renewal Fee: $150
No. Times Given: 3 times per month
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
Journeyman Electrician's:
The continuing education period ends three months before the expiration of the
certification. There is no continuing education requirement for the initial term after
passing the exam. There is an education requirement if the credential is obtained
without examiniation, i.e. through the apprenticeship route.
a. The second or more renewal of a journeyman electrician certfication which has an
expiration date on or before June 30, 2007 shall be contingent upon the journeyman
electrician obtaining at least 18 hours of acceptable continuing education within the
time period specified.
b. The second or more renewal of a journeyman electrician certfication which has an
expiration date after June 30, 2007 shall be contingent upon the journeyman electrician
obtaining at least 24 hours of acceptable continuing education within the time period
specified.
Master Electrician's: Is there a continuing education requirement? Yes. There is no
continuing education requirement for the first renewal. For subsequent renewals,
a. The renewal of a certification as a certified master electrician which has an expiration
date on or before June 30, 2007 shall be contingent upon the master electrician
obtaining at least 18 hours of acceptable continuing education within the time period
specified.
b. The renewal of a certification as a certified master electrician which has an expiration
date after June 30, 2007 shall be contingent upon the master electrician obtaining at
least 24 hours of acceptable continuing education within the time period specified.
Renewal:
June 30
Renewal Year:
Every 3 years
Other Licenses:
Beginner Electrician
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2002 NEC adopted May 1, 2003
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2005 NEC - September 2005
Notes:
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
None
Wyoming
Approved CEU
Courses:
View List of Approved CEU Courses
State Board:
Department of Fire Prevention & Electrical Safety
Herschier Building 1W
Cheyenne, WY 82002
(307) 777-7993 Fax: (307) 777-7119
wyofire.state.wy.us
Licensing
Requirements:
Journeyman
Requirements: 4 yrs. and 8,000 hours residential, commercial, & industrial
Passing Grade: 70%
Exam By: ICC
Exam Hours: 4
Exam Fee: $100
License Fee: $100
Renewal Fee: $50
No. Times Given: 6 times per year
Master
Requirements: 8 yrs. and 16,000 hours residential, commercial, & industrial
Passing Grade: 75%
Exam By: ICC
Exam Hours: 7
Exam Fee: $100
License Fee: $200
Renewal Fee: $100
No. Times Given: 6 times per year
Continuing
Education
Requirements:
16 hours every 3 years. 8 hours of NEC. Classes must be approved through the
department.
Renewal:
Master - July 1, Journeyman - January 1
Renewal Year:
Every 3 years
Other Licenses:
Electrical Contractor
Low Voltage Limited Technician
Low Voltage Limited Contractor
Apprentice and Apprentice Tech (yearly licenses)
NEC Adoption
Dates:
2005 NEC adopted July 2005
Next Projected
NEC Adoption
Date:
2008 NEC - July 2008
Notes:
Currently voting to have Arkansas as reciprocating state.
Updated: May, 2005
Stay up to date with your state's recent Code Activity by visiting the Code Alerts
Website: www.nema.org/stds/fieldreps/codealerts/
Reciprocates:
Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New
Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Utah, Washington