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How to get an electrician license in Rhode Island

Hours, exam, fees, renewal and continuing education for Rhode Island, pulled from official RI sources and checked .

Quick answer
  • Licensing body: Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Division of Professional Regulation — Board of Examiners of Electricians
  • State journeyman license: Yes (Certificate B is the journeyperson electrician license (260-RICR-30-15-7).)
  • Certificate B Journeyperson Electrician: 8,000 hours (4 years) of experience as a registered apprentice, with employer letters describing the work. The July 2025 application packet also requires 576 hours of related instruction approved by DLT.
  • Exam: see below, via Rhode Island DLT (Division of Professional Regulation)
  • Code edition: Not confirmed. CE may use a National Electrical Code course plus Rhode Island amendments from the Building Code Commission.

Requirements by license

Certificate B Journeyperson Electrician

Experience8,000 hours (4 years) of experience as a registered apprentice, with employer letters describing the work. The July 2025 application packet also requires 576 hours of related instruction approved by DLT.Source: rules.sos.ri.gov · as of · Application packet: dlt.ri.gov
ExamRhode Island DLT (Division of Professional Regulation). Pass with 70% or higher. After you pass, DLT invoices the 2-year license fee.Source: dlt.ri.gov · as of
Fees
  • Application processing (non-refundable): $75
  • 2-year license (after passing): $72
Source: dlt.ri.gov · as of
RenewalEvery 2 years. Renews on the licensee's birthday for a 24-month term. Online renewal adds a $6 charge. Late: $12 for each month or fraction of a month after expiration, plus the renewal fee.Source: ri.gov · as of
CE to renew15 hours per renewal
  • Board-approved course of study (Certificate A and B)
Required under R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-6-20.1. Out-of-state residents who cannot reach board-approved courses may take an NEC course and get Rhode Island amendments from the Building Code Commission.
Source: rules.sos.ri.gov · as of

License types in Rhode Island

  • Certificate B Journeyperson Electrician
  • Certificate A Electrical Contractor
  • Limited Maintenance Journeyperson (M)
  • Fire Alarm, Oil Burner, Sign and Lightning Protection licenses
  • Apprentice
Source: dlt.ri.gov · as of

Reciprocity (licensed in another state?)

Out-of-state applicants who hold a contractor or journeyperson license may take the Rhode Island journeyperson exam. The application packet asks for a valid out-of-state license and an official verification (not a computer printout).Source: rules.sos.ri.gov · as of · Packet: dlt.ri.gov

What we couldn't confirm yet

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FAQ

Does Rhode Island have a state journeyman electrician license?

Yes. Certificate B requires at least 8,000 hours (4 years) as a registered apprentice plus 576 hours of DLT-approved related instruction, then an exam.

What score do you need on the Rhode Island electrician exam?

You need 70% or higher. After you pass, DLT invoices the license fee.

How much does a Rhode Island journeyperson license cost?

The application processing fee is $75, and the 2-year license fee is $72.

Can out-of-state electricians take the Rhode Island journeyperson exam?

Yes. Out-of-state applicants who hold a contractor or journeyperson license may take the Certificate B exam with an official license verification.

Already licensed? See Rhode Island electrician license renewal & CE requirements.

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