Is an exam required to get licensed in Oregon?

Our research of the Oregon Building Codes Division (Department of Consumer and Business Services) / Electrical and Elevator Board 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 Oregon

The Oregon Building Codes Division (Department of Consumer and Business Services) / Electrical and Elevator Board sets the education you must complete before it will license you. Here is the exact requirement, by license class.

Oregon Building Codes Division (Department of Consumer and Business Services) / Electrical and Elevator Board

Required hours by license class

Pre licensure

576 required hours

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Source: Oregon Building Codes Division (Department of Consumer and Business Services) / Electrical and Elevator Board · verified 2026-09-06

Common questions

How many hours of pre-license education does Oregon require for electricians?: 576 hours for Pre licensure, as set by the Oregon Building Codes Division (Department of Consumer and Business Services) / Electrical and Elevator Board.
Is an exam required to get licensed in Oregon?: Our research of the Oregon Building Codes Division (Department of Consumer and Business Services) / Electrical and Elevator Board 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, Oregon electricians renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education — see Oregon electricians continuing education.