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How to Renew Your Utah Electrician License

Utah electricians must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
16 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
November 30, 2026
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Utah electricians holding a license in one of these classes: Electrician, Continuing education, Contractor. Requirements are set by Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board. Hours differ by class — 16 hours for Electrician, Continuing education; 6 hours for Contractor.

When to renew

Utah electricians licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is November 30, 2026. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (UT Electricians: all classes renew Nov 30 even years (Utah Admin Code R156-1-308a))

The continuing education Utah requires

Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board requires 16 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Core — at least 12 hours
  • Live Seminar — at least 3 hours
  • National Electrical Code as adopted or proposed for adoption — at least 8 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Utah sets electricians requirements by license class (Electrician, Continuing education, Contractor). 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 November 30, 2026.

  2. 2

    Complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board requires 16 hours every 2 years, including Core, Live Seminar, National Electrical Code as adopted or proposed for adoption. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board

    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 Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board

Online courses for Utah electricians

Utah electrician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Utah electricians need?
Utah electricians must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board.
Which license types have different CE requirements in Utah?
Requirements differ by license class in Utah: 16 hours for Electrician, Continuing education; 6 hours for Contractor.
What topics are required for Utah electricians continuing education?
Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Electricians Licensing Board requires coverage of: Core (12 hours); Live Seminar (3 hours); National Electrical Code as adopted or proposed for adoption (8 hours).
Can Utah electricians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Utah requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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