The #1 Source to Complete Your Electrical Continuing Education Requirements

Electrical contractors in many jurisdictions throughout Pennsylvania must complete continuing education in order to renew their license. JADE Learning offers the online courses necessary to satisfy these requirements and renew an electrical license. The City of Philadelphia accepts courses approved by the PA Department of Labor and Industry for Uniform Construction Code (UCC) certification renewal. Check with your jurisdiction to verify continuing education requirements.

JADE Learning's online curriculum enables you to complete your continuing education on your own time and from any location. Complete your online training from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or even a smartphone.

Each course includes an official certificate of completion that you can save for your records. Looking for state reporting information? Learn more here.

How to Renew Your Electrical License in Pennsylvania

JADE Learning's online courses allow you to meet various Pennsylvania electrical continuing education requirements. Electricians in Philadelphia must complete 8 hours each year to renew their license.

  • Complete 8–15 hours of code continuing education every year.
  • The license renewal date is staggered.

JADE Learning has helped over 150,000 professionals renew their licenses for more than 20 years, and we can help you, too.

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How Continuing Education Courses Work

Step 1

Select a course

Choose from a list of state-approved courses. Our course material is 100% online.

Step 2

Complete your course

Study at your own pace according to your schedule, using a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

Step 3

Report your hours

Upon course completion, you'll receive a certificate that confirms you completed your continuing education hours.

Continuing Education Options

2026 NEC Changes Part 1

8 Hours | Code Credits
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This 8-hour course reviews the key updates in the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) across Chapters 1 through 4. Learners will examine major changes to code arrangement, Article 100 definitions, equipment installation and identification rules, load calculations, SPGFCI provisions, cannabis oil operations, and energy management systems. The course also highlights updated requirements for branch circuits, GFCI/AFCI protection, service equipment, wiring methods, conductor sizing, ampacity tables, raceways, wiring devices, and panelboards. By the end of this course, learners will understand how to apply the essential 2026 NEC revisions needed for safe and compliant electrical work.

2026 NEC Changes Part 2

8 Hours | Code Credits | Video, Audio, & Text Course
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This 8-hour course reviews key updates in the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) across Chapters 4 through 9. Learners will learn major changes affecting appliances, HVAC equipment, motors, generators, stationary batteries, hazardous locations, cannabis oil systems, commercial garages, marinas, and health care facilities. The course also highlights important revisions to elevators, manufactured wiring systems, EV power transfer systems, swimming pools, PV systems, fire pumps, emergency systems, standby systems, and limited-energy and communications circuits. By the end of this course, learners will understand the essential 2026 NEC revisions required for safe and compliant electrical work.

2023 NEC Changes Part 1

8 Hours | Audio & Text Course
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This online course reviews the first 100 of the most important changes to the 2023 National Electrical Code. Changes from Section 100 through Section 406 will be covered.

2023 NEC Changes Part 2

8 Hours | Audio & Text Course
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This online course reviews the last 100 of the most important changes to the 2023 National Electrical Code. Changes from Section 406 through Annex K will be covered.

Residential Wiring (2023 NEC)

8 Hours | Audio & Text Course
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This online course for electricians is a detailed guide to the varying electrical needs of modern dwelling units. Updated standards compliant with NEC 2023 help you master general residential wiring principles and room-specific service needs. Course material includes code requirements, best practices, and specialized equipment needed to wire residential dwelling units. Master AFCI/GFCI protection, tamper-resistant receptacles and more.

What Electricians Think

“Easy to use. Log in log out. Work on class when you have the time. Very easy to follow.”

— R.C., Altoona, PA