CE Requirement – Colorado

Colorado Electrician Continuing Education Requirements: All Colorado-licensed Residential Wireman, Journeyman, and Master Electricians must complete 24 hours of Continuing Education (CE) during each three-year license period before they may renew their license. This requirement does not apply to the first renewal of a license that was obtained by passing an examination during that license cycle.

Quick Steps to Renew Your Colorado Electrician License

Who Needs to Complete CE?

The following Colorado Electrician license types require 24 hours of CE for renewal:

Important Notes

• Licenses expire every three years on September 30th of the renewal year (e.g., 2023, 2026).
• You can renew up to six weeks before the license expiration date.
• All 24 hours must be from core competencies, including a mandatory minimum of 4 hours on National Electrical Code (NEC) Changes.
• A maximum of 4 hours will be credited for safety courses related to the electrical industry.
• Other approved course topics include Grounding and Bonding, Wiring Methods, and Theory and Calculations.
• The Board does not receive completion records from providers; you are responsible for keeping your certificates as proof of completion.
• The Board conducts random audits of compliance after each renewal period.

Contact: Colorado State Electrical Board – Website: https://dpo.colorado.gov/Electrical