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How to Renew Your Ohio Electrician License

Ohio electricians must complete 10 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
10 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Ohio electricians holding a license in one of these classes: Electrical Contractor, Continuing education. Requirements are set by Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance.

When to renew

Ohio electricians licenses renew every year, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-administrative-code/chapter-4101:16-2)

The continuing education Ohio requires

Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance requires 10 hours of approved continuing education every year. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Electrical code — at least 5 hours
  • Health and safety, business, or technology — at least 5 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Ohio sets electricians requirements by license class (Electrical Contractor, Continuing education). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 10 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance requires 10 hours every year, including Electrical code, Health and safety, business, or technology. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Ohio electricians course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records; Ohio audits can reach back several years.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Ohio, the provider uploads a completion roster to the board, within 14 days of completion.

  5. 5

    Renew with Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance

    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 Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance

Online courses for Ohio electricians

Ohio electrician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Ohio electricians need?
Ohio electricians must complete 10 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance.
Which license classes does the Ohio electricians CE requirement apply to?
The 10 hours requirement applies to: Electrical Contractor, Continuing education.
What topics are required for Ohio electricians continuing education?
Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance requires coverage of: Electrical code (5 hours); Health and safety, business, or technology (5 hours).
How are completed CE hours reported to Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Industrial Compliance?
Completed hours are reported by the provider via roster upload to the board within 14 days of completion. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.
Can Ohio electricians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Ohio requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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