Is an exam required to get licensed in Massachusetts?

Our research of the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure) rule does not show a required exam alongside the education hours. Confirm with the board before you apply.

Can I complete these hours online?

Yes. Our pre-license courses are delivered entirely online and self-paced, with a certificate of completion issued as soon as you finish.

How to get a Pre licensure license in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure) sets the education you must complete before it will license you. Here is the exact requirement, by license class.

Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure)

Required hours by license class

Pre licensure

600 required hours

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Source: Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure) · verified 2026-09-06

Common questions

How many hours of pre-license education does Massachusetts require for electricians?: 600 hours for Pre licensure, as set by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure).
Is an exam required to get licensed in Massachusetts?: Our research of the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure) rule does not show a required exam alongside the education hours. Confirm with the board before you apply.
Can I complete these hours online?: Yes. Our pre-license courses are delivered entirely online and self-paced, with a certificate of completion issued as soon as you finish.

Already licensed? This page covers getting your first license. If you already hold one, Massachusetts electricians renewal requires 21 hours of continuing education — see Massachusetts electricians continuing education.