Electrical & Trade Licensing

How Electricians Can Make Money Installing EV Charging Stations

How Electricians Can Make Money Installing EV Charging Stations

Sep 14, 2023

Tap into the growing demand for electric vehicle charging stations to increase your income and reach new customers as a licensed electrician.

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Electricians: Six Reasons Your Job Just Became More Secure

Electricians: Six Reasons Your Job Just Became More Secure

Aug 31, 2022

Let’s take a look at what has occurred recently in government green energy policy and why your job is secure as an electrician.

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Electric Vehicles Are Ramping Up Demand for Skilled Electricians

Electric Vehicles Are Ramping Up Demand for Skilled Electricians

Jul 06, 2022

This article discusses the rising demand for electric vehicles and the many opportunities for skilled electricians to start or expand their careers by working on electric vehicle chargers.

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Preparing for an Electrical Exam

Preparing for an Electrical Exam

Apr 07, 2022

Not every electrical license exam is the same, so here are some important steps that you can take to improve your chance of passing this difficult exam.

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Ground Resistance Testing

Ground Resistance Testing

Mar 03, 2022

How do we know if our single ground rod has the proper earth resistance? We don’t know unless we have a ground resistance tester and know how to use it. So let’s look at how we perform this test.

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How Many Receptacle Outlets Can You Install on One Circuit?

How Many Receptacle Outlets Can You Install on One Circuit?

Feb 10, 2022

Not too many times, when speaking about the National Electrical Code, do we hear the phrase “as many as you want” or “unlimited.” However, when talking about a 15-amp 120-volt convenience outlet branch circuit in a dwelling, we can say those phrases, because it is true! We can install an...

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The National Electrical Code

The National Electrical Code

Jan 11, 2022

The first electrical codes were written in the late 1800’s by various associations, including the New York Board of Fire Underwriters and the National Board of Fire Underwriters. Eventually, the National Fire Protection Agency was established and National Electrical Code was born. Have you ever thought about who writes the...

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Why be an Electrician?

Why be an Electrician?

Dec 06, 2021

This is a good question, and I would be happy to answer it. The initial question, typically, is “should I go to college, or should I learn a trade?” I have nothing against college, but I am a strong proponent of learning a trade, the electrical trade. The electrical trade...

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Pass Your Texas Electrician Exam

Pass Your Texas Electrician Exam

Aug 11, 2021

No matter how you look at it, licensing exams are hard. This is especially true of electrical licensing exams. During fiscal year 2020, only 28.7% of Texas electrical exam takers passed their exam.

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Oregon Electrical License Renewal

Oregon Electrical License Renewal

Aug 03, 2021

How do I renew my Oregon Journeyman License? Oregon Journeyman and Limited Residential electricians are required to have all of their continuing education hours reported to the Oregon Building Codes Division by October 1st, 2021.Journeyman electricians are required to complete 24 hours of Oregon electrical continuing education each renewal period, and...

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How to Renew your New York City Electrical License

How to Renew your New York City Electrical License

Sep 30, 2020

The process for renewing a New York City Master or Special electrical license can be overwhelming. There are several steps to follow and various documents that must be submitted. Here we have outlined the steps for renewal and maintaining an active New York City Special or Master electrical license.

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Texas Electrical License Renewal: Do Electricians Need Continuing Education in 2020?

Texas Electrical License Renewal: Do Electricians Need Continuing Education in 2020?

Aug 17, 2020

The recent COVID-19 outbreak brought on changes to electrical continuing education requirements in Texas. These changes may have left some electricians in Texas confused about what the continuing education requirements are for the 2020 renewal cycle. TDLR Electrical Continuing Education Requirement ChangesThe Texas Department of Labor (TDLR) made changes to the...

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How to Renew a Florida Electrical License in 3 Easy Steps

How to Renew a Florida Electrical License in 3 Easy Steps

Jul 18, 2020

JADE Learning is offering an 11-Hour Renewal Package for Florida Electrical Contractors. The courses are online and meet the requirements for the August 31st, 2020 renewal deadline. All licensed electrical contractors in Florida are required to complete 11 hours of continuing education to renew a Florida electrical contractor license.

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Electrical Services Flat Rate Pricing

Electrical Services Flat Rate Pricing

Jun 03, 2020

Correctly operating an electrical service business will require you have skilled, personable, service technicians, a real live person to answer the phone, and a pricing system that covers all of your operating costs while generating profits! It’s time to throw out the old Time & Material (T&M) billing method and start charging by the Flat Rate. Let’s take a look at both:

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How Do I Renew My Oregon Electrical License

How Do I Renew My Oregon Electrical License

Jun 01, 2020

3 Steps to Renew My Oregon Electrical LicenseStep 1 - When Does My Oregon Electrical License Expire:The renewal deadline for Limited JY Manufacturing Plant (PJ), Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME), Limited Energy Class A (LEA), and Limited Energy Class B (LEB) electrician license types is October 1, 2020. This deadline is for...

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Texas Electrical Apprentices and Journeyman: How to Upgrade your License

Texas Electrical Apprentices and Journeyman: How to Upgrade your License

Apr 23, 2020

Do you currently hold an Texas Apprentice or Journeyman electrical license? Are you looking to upgrade that license to the next class? In order to upgrade your license there are a few experience requirements that you must fulfill and you are required to pass an electrical exam for your new license type. Once you have all the work experience you need, JADE Learning can help you pass your exam on the first try.

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What is on the California Electrical Certification Exam?

What is on the California Electrical Certification Exam?

Apr 17, 2020

How Do I Sign-Up for the California Electrical Certification Exam? Once you've completed all requirements as an apprentice or through and electrical trainee program you can submit your application to have your experience reviewed by the California DIR. After submitting the application and all the required attachments you will be notified of your eligibility. You will have one year to schedule and take your exam. If you do not complete your exam within that time frame you will have to re-submit your application. It is important that you properly prep for the exam to ensure you pass on the first try.

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How Do I Renew My Florida Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My Florida Electrical License?

Apr 07, 2020

Licenses for Registered and Certified Electricians will expire on August 31st of every even numbered year. You will need to renew your license before expiration to avoid additional fees or your license becoming null and void. If your license becomes null and void, you will have to reapply as if you have never held a Florida electrical license.

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Increasing Your Value: The Electrician's Guide to Making More Money

Increasing Your Value: The Electrician's Guide to Making More Money

Mar 31, 2020

Every electrician knows the basic standard of “the more experience you have, the more money you make.” To some extent, that’s an accurate statement. However, there are other, proven methods you can use to increase your value/pay, such as electrical continuing education and learning trade knowledge like NEC updates. Here are a few other basic methods to stand out to your employer.

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How To Make Money As An Electrician

How To Make Money As An Electrician

Mar 31, 2020

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median wage for workers in the United States in the first quarter of 2019 was $905 per week ($22.62 per hour) which totals $47,060 per year. An electrician with just five years of experience can easily make much more than that by following these simple steps.

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How Do I Renew My Montana Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My Montana Electrical License?

Mar 07, 2020

Montana electrical licenses will expire on July 15, 2020. To continue working under your Montana electrical license you must complete and application and continuing education courses. Renewal opens 60 days prior to the expiration date.

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How Do I Renew My Texas Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My Texas Electrical License?

Feb 08, 2020

3 Steps to Renew My Texas Electrical License Step 1 - Find My Electrical License Expiration Date: To begin to renew a Texas electrical license, you’ll need your Texas electrical license number and issue date. If you cannot find your electrical license, you can look it up on the Texas...

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How To Get My Electrical License

How To Get My Electrical License

Feb 01, 2020

In order to work as an electrician in most states, you will need to get your electrical license. Here’s how to become a licensed electrician:

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New Hampshire - CE Hours due by December 31st

New Hampshire - CE Hours due by December 31st

Jan 11, 2020

The renewal deadline for CE hours is approaching fast!All New Hampshire licensed master and journeyman electricians have to complete an approved 15 hour course on the 2020 NEC by the December 31, 2020 renewal deadline. All master and journeyman licenses without verification of the 2020 NEC by January 1, 2021,...

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How Do I Renew My Washington Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My Washington Electrical License?

Nov 15, 2019

To begin renewing your Washington electrical license, you’ll need your electrical license number and issue date. If you cannot find your electrical license, you can look it up on the Washington State Department of Labor Industries website. You can search by using just your name or your Washington electrical license number if you remember it! Once you've located your electrical license information you will be able to figure out your expiration date. In Washington your electrical license will expire every 3 years after the issue date. For example, if your license was issued on May 30, 2018, it will expire on May 30, 2021.

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3 Steps to Renewing your CA Electrical License

3 Steps to Renewing your CA Electrical License

Nov 14, 2019

The license renewal process can seem daunting but with the right tools and roadmap, it can be a smooth journey! Here are 3 things California certified electricians need to complete their California electrical certification renewal.

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Expired Massachusetts Electrical License - What To Do Now

Expired Massachusetts Electrical License - What To Do Now

Jun 28, 2019

Massachusetts electrical licenses expire on July 31, 2019. The Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians requires licensees to complete 21 hours of electrical continuing education every 3 years in order to renew their license. If you did not successfully renew your license in 2016, and your license expired July 31, 2016, make sure to complete your continuing education and renew your license now! If your license expired July 31, 2016 and you do not renew by July 31, 2019, you will lose your license and will need to re-test to become licensed again.

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How Do I Renew My Kentucky Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My Kentucky Electrical License?

Apr 26, 2019

Electricians in the state of Kentucky must take some steps every year in order to renew their electrical license. JADE Learning can guide you through the process one step at a time and make sure your electrical license is properly renewed on time so you may continue working without interruption...

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3 Steps to Renew Your Wyoming Electrical License

3 Steps to Renew Your Wyoming Electrical License

Apr 26, 2019

In order to remain in good standing as a licensed electrician in Wyoming, you’ll need to renew your license on a regular basis. JADE Learning has all the resources needed to renew your Wyoming electrical license, and we’re prepared to walk you through the 3-step process. Read on for more...

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How Do I Renew My Nebraska Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My Nebraska Electrical License?

Nov 12, 2018

Learn the steps to easily complete your Nebraska electrical continuing education courses online with JADE Learning. Online rush reporting offered every busines day.

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How Do I Renew My Massachusetts Electrical License

How Do I Renew My Massachusetts Electrical License

Oct 26, 2018

Massachusetts electrical licenses expire on July 31, 2019. You must complete electrical continuing education in order to renew your license.

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Oklahoma Mechanical HVACR License Renewal

Oklahoma Mechanical HVACR License Renewal

Aug 22, 2018

3 Steps to Renew Oklahoma Mechanical Contractor and Journeyman LicenseStep 1: Find Out Your Oklahoma Mechanical Contractor and Journeyman License Expiration DateThe first step to renew your Oklahoma HVACR license is to determine your expiration date. Oklahoma Mechanical Contractors and Journeyman licensees are required to complete 6 hours of continuing...

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How Do I Renew My Delaware Electrical License

How Do I Renew My Delaware Electrical License

May 01, 2018

3 Steps to Renew My Delaware Electrical LicenseStep 1 - When Does My Delaware Electrical License Expire:Electrical licenses in Delaware expire on June 30th of even numbered years. Your electrical license will expire on June 30th 2018. Inactive and active licenses must be renewed in order to maintain their status....

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How Do I Renew My Alabama Electrical License

How Do I Renew My Alabama Electrical License

May 01, 2018

3 Steps to Renew My Alabama Electrical LicenseStep 1 - When Does My Alabama Electrical License Expire:The expiration date for your Alabama electrical license can vary. Electrical licenses in Alabama expire every two years on one of the following days: March 30th June 30th September 30th December 30thYou must renew...

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How Do I Renew My South Dakota Electrical License

How Do I Renew My South Dakota Electrical License

May 01, 2018

3 Steps to Renew My South Dakota Electrical LicenseStep 1 - When Does My South Dakota Electrical License Expire:South Dakota electrical licenses expire every 2 years on June 30th (even years). South Dakota electrical licenses will expire on June 30th 2020. In order to continue working and keep an active...

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How Do I Renew My Wisconsin Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My Wisconsin Electrical License?

Mar 07, 2018

3 Steps to Renew My Wisconsin Electrical LicenseStep 1 - When Does My Wisconsin Electrical License Expire: Wisconsin electrical licenses expire every 4 years on June 30th for Journeyman Electricians, Master Electrician, Certified Electrical Inspectors and UDC Electrical Inspectors. If you hold one of these Wisconsin electrical licenses it will...

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How Do I Renew My Georgia Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My Georgia Electrical License?

Mar 07, 2018

3 Steps to Renew My Georgia Electrical LicenseStep 1 - When Does My Georgia Electrical License Expire: Georgia electrical licenses expire every year on June 30th. In order to continue working, you will need to renew your Georgia electrical license and complete continuing education courses before it expires on June...

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How Do I Renew My North Carolina Electrical License?

How Do I Renew My North Carolina Electrical License?

Mar 02, 2018

The North Carolina electrical license renewal process can seem daunting but with the right tools and road-map, it can be a smooth journey!Step 1 - Find My NC Electrical License Expiration Date: To begin your North Carolina electrical license renewal, you’ll need your North Carolina electrical license to find your...

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Oregon Electrical License Renewal: Act now to meet the 10/1 deadline

Oregon Electrical License Renewal: Act now to meet the 10/1 deadline

Sep 21, 2017

Fall is officially here, which means there’s not much time left to complete your Oregon electrician continuing education courses. JADE Learning will submit continuing education hours to the Oregon Building Codes Division every business day until Oct 1—ensuring you can complete your renewal on time, with no late penalties. REMEMBER: Because...

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Oregon Electrical Continuing Education in 3 Easy Steps

Oregon Electrical Continuing Education in 3 Easy Steps

Aug 09, 2017

The Oregon electrical license renewal deadlines for Limited Journeyman Manufacturing Plant Electrician (PJ), Limited Energy Technician Class A (LEA), Limited Energy Class B (LEB), Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME), Limited Renewable Energy Technician (LRT), and Limited Journeyman Sign Electrician (SIG) are approaching on October 1, 2017. The Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD)...

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North Carolina Electrical Contractor Classes for 2017

North Carolina Electrical Contractor Classes for 2017

Jul 31, 2017

There are about 2,500 licensed electrical contractors in North Carolina whose licenses expire in the latter part of the year. Is your license about to expire? If so, sign up now to take the North Carolina electrical contractor continuing education class to renew your license on time. The requirements set by...

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5 Test-Taking Tips For Your Electrician Exam

5 Test-Taking Tips For Your Electrician Exam

May 21, 2017

Tip #1 Start Early Register for the electrician license exam and start studying. The sooner you begin studying, the greater your chances to pass. You should plan on spending a total of 60 hours studying time for the electrician exam. If your exam is scheduled for a month from now, that means...

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Utah License Renewal: Electricians Renew in November!

Utah License Renewal: Electricians Renew in November!

Oct 20, 2016

The 16 Hour Renewal Package for Utah is online for all Utah licensed electricians to take for their Utah continuing education requirement. Utah electricians are required to have all 16 hours of electrical continuing education reported to the Utah Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing (DOPL) by November 30, 2016. Utah...

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How to Get CE Credits: Best Continuing Education to Renew Your Oregon Electric License

How to Get CE Credits: Best Continuing Education to Renew Your Oregon Electric License

Sep 08, 2016

Oregon General Supervising Electricians (S) and Limited Supervising Electricians (PS) have a 24-hour Oregon electrical continuing education requirement that has to be satisfied by Saturday, October 1st, 2016. The state of Oregon Building Codes Division requires the 24 hours of Oregon electrical continuing education hours to cover 12 hours of...

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Montana Electrician Continuing Education in 3 Easy Steps

Montana Electrician Continuing Education in 3 Easy Steps

Jun 10, 2016

The license renewal deadline for Montana Journeyman electricians, Residential electricians, and Master electricians is July 15th, 2016. All Montana licensed electricians must have the required 16 hours reported to the Montana Department of Labor and Industry State Electrical Board before the deadline in order to renew a Montana electrician license....

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North Carolina Electrical Contractor Classes for 2016

North Carolina Electrical Contractor Classes for 2016

Jan 13, 2016

It’s a new year and JADE Learning’s new North Carolina electrical contractor classes are starting! If you have ever been to a JADE Learning class, then you know that you are in for a great experience. Our instructors Don Hursey and Jeff Simpson are experts on the National Electrical Code...

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Utah Contractor Continuing Education for License Renewal

Utah Contractor Continuing Education for License Renewal

Oct 13, 2015

Utah contractor licensees are required to have all of their contractor continuing education hours reported to the Utah Department of Commerce Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing (DOPL) by November 30th, 2015. Contractors are required to have 6 hours of Utah contractor’s continuing education each renewal period. At least three...

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2014 National Electrical Code - AFCI Protection Requirements

2014 National Electrical Code - AFCI Protection Requirements

Oct 15, 2013

Register for our 2014 NEC Changes free webinar on November 12, 2013. Also, stay tuned to The Junction Box Blog for more information on the 2014 NEC changes. AFCI protection is one of the most talked about additions to the National Electrical Code over the years. Watch this quick video on...

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Electrical Continuing Education Now Required in Alabama

Electrical Continuing Education Now Required in Alabama

Feb 06, 2013

As of January 1, 2013, the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors has adopted Rule 303-X-5 that requires continuing education for all licensed electrical contractors and provisional electrical contractors.

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