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How to Renew Your Vermont Electrician License

Vermont electricians must complete 15 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as required by Electricians' Licensing Board.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Electricians' Licensing Board rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
15 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Vermont electricians holding a license in one of these classes: Electrician, Continuing education. Requirements are set by Electricians' Licensing Board.

When to renew

Vermont electricians licenses renew every 3 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (VT Electricians: 3-yr license, expires last day of board-designated month (26 V.S.A. 908) - per-licensee)

The continuing education Vermont requires

Electricians' Licensing Board requires 15 hours of approved continuing education every 3 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Vermont Energy Goals
  • National Electrical Code — at least 15 hours
  • Type-S specialists instead take 8 hours on their own specialty; a person licensed in more than two specialty fields need not exceed 15 hours in total, and a person licensed only as Type-S A1 and C3 ne — at least 8 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Vermont 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

    Electricians' Licensing Board requires 15 hours every 3 years, including Vermont Energy Goals, National Electrical Code, Type-S specialists instead take 8 hours on their own specialty; a person licensed in more than two specialty fields need not exceed 15 hours in total, and a person licensed only as Type-S A1 and C3 ne. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with 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 Electricians' Licensing Board

Online courses for Vermont electricians

Vermont electrician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Vermont electricians need?
Vermont electricians must complete 15 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Electricians' Licensing Board.
Which license classes does the Vermont electricians CE requirement apply to?
The 15 hours requirement applies to: Electrician, Continuing education.
What topics are required for Vermont electricians continuing education?
Electricians' Licensing Board requires coverage of: Vermont Energy Goals; National Electrical Code (15 hours); Type-S specialists instead take 8 hours on their own specialty; a person licensed in more than two specialty fields need not exceed 15 hours in total, and a person licensed only as Type-S A1 and C3 ne (8 hours).
Can Vermont electricians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Vermont requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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