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Kentucky electrician license renewal & CE requirements

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Renewal rules by license

Electrician

RenewalEvery 2 years. Renew by the last day of your birth month in the second year. $100 to renew; $50 late fee if your papers are postmarked after the last day of the renewal month.Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · as of
CE hours & topics6 hours per year
  • Job safety (no more than 2 hours per year)
  • Codes related to the electrical industry
  • Subjects directly related to the electrical trade
Take the hours in the 12 months before renewal from an approved provider. Up to 12 extra hours can carry forward. Not needed for your first renewal if the license was issued within 12 months of it.
Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · as of · KRS 227A.100(7): at least 6 hours per year. Topics and timing: 815 KAR 2:010 (apps.legislature.ky.gov).
Fees
  • Application (2-year license): $100
  • Exam (paid to Prov): $80
Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · as of · The application fee may be prorated. Exam fee: new.provexam.com

Master Electrician

RenewalEvery 2 years. Renew by the last day of your birth month in the second year. $200 to renew; $50 late fee.Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · as of
CE hours & topics6 hours per year
  • Job safety (no more than 2 hours per year)
  • Codes related to the electrical industry
  • Subjects directly related to the electrical trade
Same rules as the electrician license.
Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · as of · Topics: apps.legislature.ky.gov
Fees
  • Application (2-year license): $200
  • Exam (paid to Prov): $80
Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · as of · Exam fee: new.provexam.com

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    How often do you renew a Kentucky electrician license?

    Every 2 years, by the last day of your birth month. Renewal costs $100 for an electrician, with a $50 late fee.

    How many CE hours does a Kentucky electrician need?

    You need at least 6 hours of approved CE per year, and no more than 2 hours of safety count each year.

    Do you need CE for your first Kentucky renewal?

    Not if your license was issued within 12 months of the renewal date.

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

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