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Connecticut electrician license renewal & CE requirements

When to renew, how many continuing-education hours you need, which topics are required, and where to find approved courses. Checked .

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Renewal rules by license

E-2 Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson

RenewalEvery year. All electrical licenses expire on September 30 each year. $120 to renew a journeyperson license.Source: portal.ct.gov · as of
CE hours & topics4 hours per year
  • DCP-approved electrical CE courses
Finish by June 30 each year, 3 months before the renewal deadline. Not required before your first renewal. Keep certificates for 4 years in case of audit.
Source: portal.ct.gov · as of · Approved courses: data.ct.gov
Fees
  • Application (journeyperson): $90
  • Exam portion (paid to PSI): $59
  • Initial license (after you pass): $120
Source: portal.ct.gov · as of · Exam fee: test-takers.psiexams.com · Initial license fee: C.G.S. § 20-335 (cga.ct.gov)

E-1 Unlimited Electrical Contractor

RenewalEvery year. All electrical licenses expire on September 30 each year. $150 to renew a contractor license.Source: portal.ct.gov · as of
CE hours & topics4 hours per year
  • DCP-approved electrical CE courses
Same rule as journeypersons: finish by June 30 each year.
Source: portal.ct.gov · as of
Fees
  • Application (contractor): $150
  • Exam portion (paid to PSI): $59
  • Initial license (after you pass): $150
Source: portal.ct.gov · as of · Exam fee: test-takers.psiexams.com · Initial license fee: C.G.S. § 20-335 (cga.ct.gov)

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FAQ

When do Connecticut electrical licenses expire?

All electrical licenses expire on September 30 each year. Renewal costs $120 for a journeyperson and $150 for a contractor.

How many CE hours does a Connecticut electrician need?

You need 4 hours of approved CE per year, finished by June 30.

Do you need CE before your first Connecticut renewal?

No. CE is not required before your first license renewal.

Not licensed yet? See how to get an electrician license in Connecticut.

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