- Regardless of the jurisdiction, each applicant MUST possess the minimum WV requirements for licensure. Reciprocity can only be granted if the individual tested under the current licensing entity and with proof of successfully passing an...
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Electrical Licensing Boards - West Virginia
West Virginia Statewide NEC Adoption
2020 NEC effective August 1, 2022
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License Requirements
Must show 8,000 hours or 4 years of hands on electrical work experience or a completed apprenticeship program approved by the US Dept of Labor or a completed vocational course approved by the WV Dept of Education of no less than 1080 hours.
Reciprocity
Testing NEC Edition
- 2020 as of January 1, 2022
Exam Details
42 multiple choice questions (worth 2 points each) and 4 calculations (worth 4 points each) which may include simple calculations referencing power factors, voltage drops, resistance, circuit requirements, etc.
Renewal
- Annual; expire June 30 each year (except temporary licenses). If your license lapses for more than (12) twelve months you may not renew your license and shall retest to receive your license. No exceptions. Renewal
License Requirements
- Able to perform all types of electrical work including Low Voltage, HVAC, etc. Able to do electrical system design lay out. May supervise up to three Apprentice electricians on the job site: Must show at least...
Reciprocity
- Regardless of the jurisdiction, each applicant MUST possess the minimum WV requirements for licensure. Reciprocity can only be granted if the individual tested under the current licensing entity and with proof of successfully passing an...
Testing NEC Edition
- 2020 as of January 1, 2022
Exam Details
50 multiple choice questions (worth 1 point each) and 10 calculations (5 points each) which may include intricate calculations referencing service loads, power factor, voltage drop, service size, demand load, circuit resistance, outlet requirements, etc.
Renewal
- Annual; expire June 30 each year (except temporary licenses). If your license lapses for more than (12) twelve months you may not renew your license and shall retest to receive your license. No exceptions. Renewal
License Requirements
West Virginia law requires that each business operating in the construction industry be licensed. To become licensed, a company representative must demonstrate competency by passing the required exam(s) in the field of construction for which licensure is being sought. A company can have multiple qualifiers.
Exam Testing Company
- Complete the Examination Registration Form and submit the form with your fees to ProV Inc. 866.720.7768
Testing NEC Edition
- 2020 as of January 1, 2022
Exam Details
Business & law: 50 questions, 3 hours Electrical: 75 questions, 3 hours
Renewal
- Contractor Licenses renew each year at the date listed on the license. How to Renew a License
Continuing Education Requirements
***West Virginia Journeyman and Master Electricians have no continuing education requirements***
We do not have any formal course approvals for West Virginia. Take courses at your discretion.
West Virginia Electrician License Renewal: License(s) expires June 30th every year. Per the state website "License holders will receive a renewal notice in April for your convenience. Return the renewal form with the appropriate licensure fee in the provided envelope." Confirm your renewal directly with the board.
Please note that the content provided on these pages is for your information and convenience and may have been modified by the state since it was last updated here. It is the ultimate responsibility of each licensee to verify that they are meeting the requirements of their state for licensing and renewal, and for the edition of the NEC on which their test is based.
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