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How to Renew Your Wisconsin Electrician License

Wisconsin electricians must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 4 years, as required by State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 4 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Wisconsin electricians holding a Continuing education license. Requirements are set by State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

When to renew

Wisconsin electricians licenses renew every 4 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (WI Electricians: 4-yr terms ending June 30 anchored to issuance year (dsps.wi.gov) - per-licensee; possible Mar-30 CE cutoff unverified (SPS 305.435 says only prior to expiration))

The continuing education Wisconsin requires

State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 4 years. The board does not mandate specific topics beyond the approved-course requirement.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Wisconsin sets electricians requirements by license class (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 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services requires 24 hours every 4 years. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin, the provider reports your completion to CE Broker, which the board reads at renewal.

  5. 5

    Renew with State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

    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 State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Wisconsin electrician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Wisconsin electricians need?
Wisconsin electricians must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 4 years, as set by State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
Which license classes does the Wisconsin electricians CE requirement apply to?
The 24 hours requirement applies to: Continuing education.
How are completed CE hours reported to State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services?
Completed hours are reported to CE Broker by the course provider. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.
Can Wisconsin electricians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Wisconsin requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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