Utah 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

Journeyman Electrician

RenewalEvery 2 years. Electrical licenses renew by November 30 of even-numbered years; DOPL emails a renewal notice 90 days before expiration. The renewal total is $84: the $78 fee plus a $5 Education and Enforcement Fund fee and a $1 e-library surcharge. Late: $20 extra within 30 days, $50 extra up to 2 years; after 2 years you apply again.Source: commerce.utah.gov · as of · Renewal form (v. 9/24/2025): commerce.utah.gov · Fee schedule: commerce.utah.gov
CE hours & topics16 hours per 2-year renewal
  • 12 hours core: 8 hours on the National Electrical Code and 4 hours on NFPA 70E
  • 4 hours core or professional
Courses must be approved by DOPL (Utah Administrative Rule R156-55b-304).
Source: commerce.utah.gov · as of · Core and professional hours: commerce.utah.gov
Fees
  • Application processing (paid to DOPL): $116
  • Written exam (paid to Prov): $85
  • Each practical task (paid to Prov): $25
Source: commerce.utah.gov · as of · Exam fees: provexam.com

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FAQ

When do Utah electrician licenses renew?

Electrical licenses renew by November 30 of even-numbered years, and the fee schedule lists $78 to renew.

How many CE hours does a Utah electrician need?

You need 16 hours of approved CE each 2-year period, including 8 hours on the NEC and 4 hours on NFPA 70E.

When does Utah send the renewal notice?

DOPL emails a renewal notice to the address on file 90 days before your license expires.

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

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