New Hampshire electricians must renew their licenses every two years from the date of issuance and complete continuing education (CE) within one year of the state adopting a National Electrical Code (NEC) update.
During an NEC update cycle, the Board of Electricians mandates 15 hours of code-related continuing education.
One of those hours needs to cover the following:
When looking for CE, make sure you choose an approved education provider like JADE Learning. Otherwise, your credits will not count toward your renewal.
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We have been a trusted CE provider (#50-19692) since 2005. All courses are taught by licensed electricians and NEC experts.
Don't worry about classroom restrictions! Our online courses allow you to complete CE at your own pace and from any device.
Once you are finished, we submit your certificate to the state on your behalf, with rush reporting available.
This 15-hour course provides New Hampshire electricians with a comprehensive review of the major changes introduced in the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC), including new articles, revised definitions, and updated requirements that impact design, installation, and inspection practices across Chapters 1–9. In this course, learners will explore key updates to code areas such as energy management systems, grounding and bonding over 1000 volts, GFCI and AFCI advancements, and the integration of new technologies like electric vehicle supply equipment and photovoltaic systems. This course also covers the 2024 edition of NFPA 70E, focusing on electrical safety in the workplace by highlighting arc-flash protection, approach boundaries, and risk assessment procedures essential for maintaining a safe jobsite. In addition, learners will review New Hampshire-specific rules governing electrical licensure, disciplinary procedures, and common concerns encountered out in the field.
Yes, log in to the state's online licensing portal to renew your license, update your personal information and upload any required documents.
The Board will send a renewal reminder 60 and 15 days before your license expires. If it's your first time renewing, use the registration code from your reminder emails to create your online account. You can also use the code to access your account if you forgot your username.
Once the Board receives your application, your license will arrive via the provided email address within 10 business days.
An incorrect application that is missing required documentation will cause delays. If that happens, the Board will contact you.
Journeyman and Master electricians from qualified states can mail a reciprocal application, with proof of one year of professional experience, to:
Office of Professional Licensure & Certification
7 Eagle Square
Concord, NH 03301
Forms of payment accepted for paper applications include personal or cashier's checks and money orders.
Qualifying jurisdictions for Journeymen:
Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Qualifying jurisdictions for Master Electricians:
Alabama*, Connecticut*, Delaware, Hawaii, Idaho, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oklahoma*, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia.
*For electrical contractors
Check out our reciprocity page to learn how to bundle CE packages.
Visit the public NH license lookup tool and enter your name or license number. Your license status will show as Active, Expired, Inactive, or Lapsed, along with your expiration date.
An Inactive or Lapsed status may mean the license wasn't renewed on time, the continuing education requirements weren't met, or the holder requested temporary deactivation. Contact the Board for clarification.
An expired license is no longer valid and requires reapplication.
If yours expired less than one year ago, complete a reinstatement application and mail it to the state with your fee payment and a signature card.
If more than one year has passed, you'll need to complete the initial application process again.
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