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- Electrician CE
- Master, Limited, Journeyperson & Residential
- Updated Oct 2026
Delaware Electrician Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Delaware master and limited electricians need 10 hours of CE, and journeyperson, residential and apprentice electricians need 5 hours on the NEC, every 2 years before licenses expire on June 30 of even years.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners requirements
Hours per cycle
10 or 5 hrs
10 for master and limited classes, 5 for journeyperson, residential and apprentice
Cycle
2 years
Licenses expire in even years
Deadline
June 30, even years
Next deadline June 30, 2028
Online allowed?
Yes, all hours
Board-approved online CE counts toward renewal
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Delaware electrician license?
Delaware master, master special, limited, limited special, journeyperson, residential and apprentice electricians need CE to renew once they’ve held their license for at least a year. Renewal is handled by the state through the Board of Electrical Examiners, not by your city.
CE applies to
- Master and Master Special Electricians
- Limited and Limited Special Electricians
- Journeyperson Electricians
- Residential Electricians
- Apprentice Electricians
Exemptions
- Licensees who have held their license for less than one year need no CE at renewal
- The board may waive CE or accept partial hours on a written hardship request with supporting documents
Inactive licenses
You can’t work as a licensed electrician in Delaware while your license is inactive.
Delaware electrician CE at a glance
Delaware electrician renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners |
| CE required? | Yes, after your first year of licensure |
| Hours per cycle | 10 hrs master and limited classes; 5 hrs journeyperson, residential and apprentice |
| Cycle | 2 years |
| Required topics | NEC: 5 of 10 hrs for master and limited classes (from 2nd renewal); all 5 hrs for journeyperson, residential and apprentice |
| Online allowed? | Yes, all hours |
| Deadline | June 30, even years |
| Who reports | Licensee: log CE in DELPROS and attest at renewal |
| Carryover | No |
| Grace period | None; late renewal allowed up to 1 year with a late fee |
| Renewal fee | Shown at renewal; late fee is 50% of the renewal fee |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Delaware electrician license need?
Master, master special, limited and limited special electricians need 10 hours of CE each renewal period, and from their second renewal at least 5 must be on the National Electrical Code. Journeyperson, residential and apprentice electricians need 5 hours on the NEC. Newer licensees have reduced requirements.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master, Master Special, Limited or Limited Special | 10 hrs | NEC (5 hrs, from your second renewal) | 5 hrs | Not stated |
| Journeyperson, Residential or Apprentice | 5 hrs | NEC (all 5 hrs) | None | Not stated |
| Licensed less than 1 year (any class) | None | None | None | Not stated |
| Master or limited class, licensed 1 to 2 years | 5 hrs | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated |
| Journeyperson, residential or apprentice, licensed 1 to 2 years | 2 hrs | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated |
Under the board’s rule, you only get credit the first time you take a course in a licensing period. For journeyperson, residential and apprentice electricians, enrollment in a board-approved apprenticeship program counts toward CE for that period.
Deadline
When is the Delaware electrician license renewal deadline?
Delaware electrical licenses expire on June 30 of even-numbered years, and your CE must be done by June 30 of the renewal year. There’s no grace period, but you can renew late for up to a year with a late fee.
| Deadline rule | June 30 of even-numbered years |
| Cycle | 2 years |
| Next deadlines | June 30, 2028 |
| Grace period | None. Late renewal is allowed up to 1 year after June 30 |
| Late penalty | Late fee of 50% of the renewal fee, and every late renewal is audited |
| CE completion deadline | June 30 of the renewal year |
Steps
How to renew a Delaware electrician license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore June 30
Complete board-approved CE: 10 hours for master and limited classes (5 on the NEC from your second renewal), or 5 NEC hours for journeyperson, residential and apprentice electricians. - Get your certificateSame day
Print or save your certificate of completion when you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedBefore renewing
You report your own hours: log each course in the DELPROS CE Tracker, then attest at renewal that your CE is done. - Pay the renewal feeFee shown at renewal
Renew online in DELPROS before June 30 of the even year. The fee is shown when you renew, and the late fee is 50% of it. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm with the Board of Electrical Examiners that your license shows the new expiration date.
Providers
Approved Delaware electrician license CE providers
We haven’t compared CE providers for this license yet. Use the board’s approved provider list to confirm a course counts before you pay. Courses must be approved by the Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners.
Approval
How to check a Delaware electrician CE course is approved
Only courses approved by the Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners count, and approved courses are posted on the Division of Professional Regulation website. Course approvals expire every 3 years on September 1.
- Confirm the course is approved by the Board of Electrical Examiners before you pay.
- Check the hours match your license class and how long you’ve been licensed.
- Master and limited electricians: from your second renewal, make sure at least 5 hours cover the NEC. Journeyperson, residential and apprentice hours must all be on the NEC.
Reporting
How Delaware electrician CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
You report your own CE. Log each course in the DELPROS CE Tracker and attest at renewal that you’ve completed your hours. The board randomly audits renewals and audits every late renewal.
- Keep the certificate of attendance for every course you log.
- Don’t upload certificates to DELPROS unless you’re picked for audit.
- If you’re selected, you’ll be told within 60 days after the renewal deadline and must send proof by the date on the notice.
- Audited master-class licensees also show proof of their general liability insurance.
Cost
How much does Delaware electrician license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| License renewal fee | Shown at renewal | Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners |
| Late renewal fee | 50% of the renewal fee, on top of the renewal fee | Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners |
| New application after more than 1 year expired | $100 to $203, by license class | Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners |
| CE course (5 or 10 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation electrician fee schedule, checked October 2026. The renewal amount is shown when you renew.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Delaware electrician license
Delaware electrical licenses expire on June 30 of even years. There’s no grace period: you can renew late for up to a year, and after that you must reapply.
Late renewal
You can renew up to 1 year after June 30 by meeting all requirements and paying the late fee. Every late renewal is audited for CE and insurance.
Expired more than 1 year
You must reapply as a new applicant and pass the exam, unless you already passed an approved test covering the NEC Delaware currently uses.
Inactive status
Request it before your license expires and renew it every 2 years by attesting to your CE. To reactivate, send a written request with proof of insurance and the fee.
Makeup CE
You still need your required hours before you can renew.
Who controls
Who controls Delaware electrician license renewal?
Renewal authority
Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners
Delaware Division of Professional Regulation, Cannon Building, Suite 203, 861 Silver Lake Blvd., Dover, DE 19904
Phone: (302) 744-4500
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Delaware electrical licenses
- Approves electrician CE courses
- Sets CE hours by license class and years licensed
Getting licensed
Getting a Delaware electrician license
Need the license first? Our Delaware guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Delaware electrician license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a Delaware electrician need?
Master, master special, limited and limited special electricians need 10 hours, with at least 5 on the NEC from their second renewal. Journeyperson, residential and apprentice electricians need 5 hours on the NEC.
When is the deadline?
Delaware electrical licenses expire on June 30 of even years. The next deadline is June 30, 2028.
Is CE required for my first renewal?
Not if you’ve held your license for less than a year. If you’ve held it for one to two years, master and limited electricians need 5 hours, and journeyperson, residential and apprentice electricians need 2.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses can cover all your hours.
Who reports my hours?
You do. Log your courses in the DELPROS CE Tracker and attest at renewal. Keep your certificates in case you’re audited.
Do hours carry over?
No. Extra hours don’t carry over to the next licensing period.
What happens if I miss the deadline?
There’s no grace period. You can renew late for up to a year with a late fee of 50% of the renewal fee, and late renewals are always audited. After a year, you must reapply.
Sources
Official sources for Delaware electrician CE rules
- Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners
- NFPA 70, National Electrical Code
- Board of Electrical Examiners: Continuing Education and Audit Information
- Board of Electrical Examiners: License Renewal
- Board of Electrical Examiners: Fee Schedule
- 24 Del. Admin. Code 1400, Board of Electrical Examiners rules
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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