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How to Renew Your Georgia Electrician License

Georgia electricians must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
8 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
June 30, 2028
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Georgia electricians holding a license in one of these classes: Electrical Contractor, Continuing education. Requirements are set by Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors.

When to renew

Georgia electricians licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is June 30, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 295-2-.07 (Licenses Expiring June 30-Even Years), https://rules.sos.ga.gov/gac/295-2)

The continuing education Georgia requires

Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors requires 8 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • current National Electrical Code

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Georgia sets electricians requirements by license class (Electrical Contractor, Continuing education). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is June 30, 2028.

  2. 2

    Complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors requires 8 hours every 2 years, including current National Electrical Code. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Georgia electricians course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Georgia, the provider reports your completion to CE Broker, which the board reads at renewal.

  5. 5

    Renew with Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors

Georgia electrician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Georgia electricians need?
Georgia electricians must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors.
Which license classes does the Georgia electricians CE requirement apply to?
The 8 hours requirement applies to: Electrical Contractor, Continuing education.
What topics are required for Georgia electricians continuing education?
Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors requires coverage of: current National Electrical Code.
How are completed CE hours reported to Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors?
Completed hours are reported to CE Broker by the course provider. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.
Can Georgia electricians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Georgia requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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