CE Requirement – Utah Electricians

The complete requirements and renewal steps are listed below

Utah Electrician Continuing Education Requirements: All Utah-licensed Electricians must complete 16 hours of Continuing Education (CE) during each two-year license period before they may renew their license. Of these hours, 12 must be “core” education covering the National Electrical Code (NEC), and the remaining 4 hours may be either “core” or “professional” industry-related topics.

Quick Steps to Renew Your Utah Electrician License

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Complete a 16-hour state-approved CE course within your two-year license term.

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Your course provider will report your completion hours to the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL).

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You can verify that your completed hours have been posted on the DOPL’s online CE registry.

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Complete the renewal application and pay the fee online via the DOPL website before the expiration date.

Who Needs to Complete CE?

The following Utah Electrician license types require 16 hours of CE for renewal:

✓ Master Electrician
✓ Residential Master Electrician
✓ Journeyman Electrician
✓ Residential Journeyman Electrician
✓ Apprentice Electrician

ExpertCE provides Utah state-approved continuing education for electricians with license numbers ending in:

5502 – MASTER ELECTRICIAN
5504 – JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN
5505 – APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
5503 – RESIDENTIAL MASTER ELECTRICIAN
5506 – RESIDENTIAL JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN

Important Notes

  • Licenses expire on November 30th of even-numbered years.
  • DOPL sends a renewal notice at least 60 days before expiration.
  • All 16 hours of CE must be completed with a state-approved provider.
  • Of the 16 total hours, 12 must be “Core” hours, which consist of 8 hours on the National Electrical Code (NEC) and 4 hours on NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety).
  • The remaining 4 hours can be “Core” or “Professional” topics such as OSHA, motor controls, or tool usage.
  • You can verify your reported CE hours online through the state’s public CE lookup system.

Contact: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) – Website: dopl.utah.gov

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Utah requires Apprentice, Journeyman, and Master Electricians to complete 16 hours of continuing education every two years to renew their license. All required hours are available online at ExpertCE.com.

Your Utah electrician license must be renewed by November 30th of every even-numbered year. Don't wait until the last minute; complete your CE with our on-demand courses at ExpertCE.com.

Yes, all of our electrician continuing education courses are fully approved by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL). Enroll with confidence at ExpertCE.com.

Of the 16 total hours, you must complete at least 12 'core' hours. This includes 8 hours on the National Electrical Code (NEC) and 4 hours on NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety). The remaining 4 hours can be core or professional subjects. ExpertCE.com offers a complete 16-hour package that fulfills all state requirements.

Absolutely. The Utah DOPL accepts 100% of your required continuing education hours from approved online providers. ExpertCE.com offers convenient, self-paced online courses you can access anytime, anywhere.

Utah requires 16 CE hours (continuing education hours), not CEUs (Continuing Education Units). The terms are related, but not the same. One CEU is equivalent to 10 contact hours, so the 16 CE hours required by Utah equals 1.6 CEUs. It is important to ensure you complete the state's requirement of 16 contact hours. Find approved CE hour courses at ExpertCE.com.

Yes. Upon successful completion of your courses, we will report your hours directly to the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing for you. Get started on your hassle-free renewal with ExpertCE.com.

We offer competitive pricing on individual courses and complete 16-hour renewal packages to save you money. Visit ExpertCE.com to see our current course options and affordable prices.

Yes, our platform is fully mobile-friendly. You can complete your continuing education on any device with an internet connection, including your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Learn on your schedule with ExpertCE.com.

Once you finish your courses, we will report your completion to the state and provide you with a certificate for your records. You will then need to complete the license renewal application and pay any fees directly to the Utah DOPL. Let ExpertCE.com handle your CE requirements.

Your certificate of completion is available to download or print immediately after you successfully finish your course. Get instant proof of completion with ExpertCE.com.

Yes. Our online courses are self-paced and designed for convenience. You can start immediately after enrolling and complete the 16 hours on your schedule. Once you complete the course, we will report your CE hours within one business day.  Enroll now at ExpertCE.com to meet your deadline.

ExpertCE provides Utah state-approved continuing education for electricians with license numbers ending in:

5502 – MASTER ELECTRICIAN
5503 – RESIDENTIAL MASTER ELECTRICIAN
5504 – JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN
5505 – APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
5506 – RESIDENTIAL JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN

Note: We do not offer online continuing education courses for Utah contractor licenses ending in 5501 or 5551. These specific licenses require continuing education to be completed through one of the approved providers within the state.

Fulfill your requirements at ExpertCE.com.

No, a separate code book is not required. Our courses include all the necessary reference materials and information you need to successfully complete your continuing education. Everything you need is at ExpertCE.com.

The official requirements are established by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) and can be found in the Utah Administrative Code R156-55b-304. https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/rule/R156-55b/Current%20Rules?

ExpertCE.com offers state-approved course packages to meet all the requirements to make your renewal simple.

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