How to Renew Your Rhode Island Electrician License

Who has to renew

This guide covers Rhode Island electricians holding a license in one of these classes: Electrician, Continuing education. Requirements are set by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Electricians.

When to renew

Rhode Island electricians licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://rules.sos.ri.gov/regulations/part/260-30-15-7)

The continuing education Rhode Island requires

Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Electricians requires 15 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

• The whole 15 hours is a code-update course — at least 15 hours
• Current electrical code with Rhode Island amendments — at least 15 hours
• Current NEC with RI amendments (15-hr approved course)

How to renew, step by step

1. 1

   Confirm your license class and renewal date

   Rhode Island sets electricians requirements by license class (Electrician, 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 15 hours of board-approved continuing education

   Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Electricians requires 15 hours every 2 years, including The whole 15 hours is a code-update course, Current electrical code with Rhode Island amendments, Current NEC with RI amendments (15-hr approved course). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

   See the Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

5. 5

   Renew with Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Electricians

   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 Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Electricians

Online courses for Rhode Island electricians

• Rhode Island Electricians 15-Hour Continuing Education$150

Rhode Island electrician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Rhode Island electricians need?

Rhode Island electricians must complete 15 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Electricians.

Which license classes does the Rhode Island electricians CE requirement apply to?

The 15 hours requirement applies to: Electrician, Continuing education.

What topics are required for Rhode Island electricians continuing education?

Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Electricians requires coverage of: The whole 15 hours is a code-update course (15 hours); Current electrical code with Rhode Island amendments (15 hours); Current NEC with RI amendments (15-hr approved course).

Can Rhode Island electricians complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Rhode Island requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

Sources

• Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Electricians — official board site
• Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 6, 2026
• Rhode Island Electricians continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class