Construction / Electrician Continuing Education / North Dakota
- North Dakota
- Electrician CE
- Journeyman, Master, Class B & Power Limited
- Updated Oct 2026
North Dakota Electrician Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
North Dakota journeyman, master, Class B and power limited electricians need 8 hours of CE every year, including at least 4 hours on the National Electrical Code, before their annual renewal date (March 31 for journeymen; April 30 for masters, Class B and power limited).
Last updated October 28, 2026 from North Dakota State Electrical Board requirements
Hours per cycle
8 hrs
At least 4 hrs NEC plus up to 4 hrs electrical industry topics (0 hrs for apprentices)
Cycle
1 year
North Dakota electrical licenses expire every year
Deadline
Mar 31 / Apr 30
Journeyman Mar 31; Master, Class B & Power Limited Apr 30 (Apprentice Jan 31)
Online allowed?
Yes, all hours
Board-approved online, webinar, correspondence and classroom courses count
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a North Dakota electrician license?
North Dakota journeyman, master, Class B and power limited electricians need 8 hours of CE every year to renew. Registered apprentice electricians renew annually by January 31 but do not require CE. Renewal is handled by the state through the North Dakota State Electrical Board.
CE applies to
- Master Electricians (8 hrs/yr)
- Journeyman Electricians (8 hrs/yr)
- Class B Electricians (8 hrs/yr)
- Power Limited Electricians (8 hrs/yr)
Exemptions
- Registered Apprentice Electricians do not require continuing education hours for annual registration renewal
No repeat credit
You can’t get CE credit for attending the same class more than once in a code cycle.
North Dakota electrician CE at a glance
North Dakota electrician renewal, one box
| Renewed with | North Dakota State Electrical Board |
| CE required? | Yes (Journeyman, Master, Class B & Power Limited; not Apprentice) |
| Hours per cycle | 8 hrs |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Required topics | At least 4 hrs NEC; up to 4 hrs electrical industry topics |
| Online allowed? | Yes, all hours |
| Deadline | Journeyman Mar 31; Master, Class B & Power Limited Apr 30 (Apprentice Jan 31) |
| Who reports | Approved CE provider reports to NDSEB within 15 days |
| Carryover | Yes, credits can be held for up to 2 license renewal periods |
| Grace period | Late renewal with reinstatement fee equal to annual fee |
| Renewal fee | $50 Master/Power Limited, $40 Class B, $25 Journeyman, $10 Apprentice |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a North Dakota electrician license need?
Master, journeyman, Class B and power limited electricians need 8 hours every year: at least 4 hours (50%) on the National Electrical Code and up to 4 hours on electrical industry-related topics.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master & Journeyman | 8 hrs | At least 4 hrs National Electrical Code | Up to 4 hrs electrical industry topics | Online, webinar, correspondence or classroom allowed |
| Power Limited & Class B | 8 hrs | At least 4 hrs National Electrical Code | Up to 4 hrs electrical industry topics | Online, webinar, correspondence or classroom allowed |
| Apprentice | None | Not required for annual renewal | None | N/A |
Credit isn’t given for taking the same CE class more than once in a code cycle. Continuing education credits can be deposited and held with the board for up to two license renewal periods.
Deadline
When is the North Dakota electrician license renewal deadline?
North Dakota electrical licenses expire every year on a fixed date for each class: March 31 for journeymen, April 30 for master, Class B and power limited electricians, and January 31 for apprentices.
| Deadline rule | Journeyman March 31; Master, Class B & Power Limited April 30; Apprentice January 31 |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Next deadlines | Apprentice Jan 31, 2027; Journeyman Mar 31, 2027; Master, Class B & Power Limited Apr 30, 2027 |
| Grace period | Expired licenses may be reinstated by paying a reinstatement fee equal to the annual renewal fee and meeting CE requirements |
| Late penalty | Reinstatement fee equal to the standard annual fee ($50 Master/Power Limited, $40 Class B, $25 Journeyman, $10 Apprentice) |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your renewal (providers have 15 days to report) |
Steps
How to renew a North Dakota electrician license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore your deadline
Complete 8 approved hours: at least 4 on the NEC and up to 4 on electrical industry topics, without repeating a class from this code cycle. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion for your own records. - Confirm it’s reportedWithin 15 days
Approved CE providers submit attendance rosters directly to the NDSEB within 15 days (the board does not accept individual certificates from licensees). Verify your credits on file at ndseb.com. - Pay the renewal fee$25 to $50 ($10 apprentice)
Submit your renewal and fee ($50 Master or Power Limited, $40 Class B, $25 Journeyman, $10 Apprentice) through the NDSEB online portal by your class’s expiration date. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Look up your license with the board to confirm it’s renewed.
Providers
Approved North Dakota 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.
Approval
How to check a North Dakota electrician CE course is approved
Only board-approved courses count toward North Dakota electrician CE. At least 50% (4 hours) must be code-related on the current National Electrical Code, and repeating a class in the same code cycle earns no credit.
- Confirm the course has prior approval from the North Dakota State Electrical Board before you pay.
- Check whether it counts as NEC hours or industry hours.
- Make sure you haven’t already taken the same class this code cycle.
Reporting
How North Dakota electrician CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Approved CE providers must submit attendance rosters directly to the North Dakota State Electrical Board within 15 days of class completion. The board does not accept individual completion certificates submitted by licensees.
- Keep a certificate of completion for your own records.
- Finish your CE early enough for the provider to report within 15 days before your renewal deadline.
- Verify your credits on file at ndseb.com before starting your online renewal.
Cost
How much does North Dakota electrician license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Master or Power Limited renewal fee | $50 | North Dakota State Electrical Board |
| Class B electrician renewal fee | $40 | North Dakota State Electrical Board |
| Journeyman electrician renewal fee | $25 | North Dakota State Electrical Board |
| Apprentice registration renewal fee | $10 | North Dakota State Electrical Board |
| Late / reinstatement fee (after expiration) | Equal to annual fee ($10 to $50) | North Dakota State Electrical Board |
| CE courses (8 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDAC 24-02-01), checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive North Dakota electrician license
North Dakota licenses renew every year on a fixed date for each class. If a license expires, reinstatement requires paying a reinstatement fee equal to the annual renewal fee in addition to standard renewal requirements.
Reinstatement fee
Expired licenses owe an additional reinstatement fee equal to the standard annual fee ($50 Master/Power Limited, $40 Class B, $25 Journeyman, $10 Apprentice).
Carryover credits
CE credits can be deposited and held with the board for up to two license renewal periods.
Makeup CE
You must have all 8 required CE hours on file with the board before an expired Journeyman, Master, Class B or Power Limited license can be renewed.
Who controls
Who controls North Dakota electrician license renewal?
Renewal authority
North Dakota State Electrical Board
Website: ndseb.com
Renewals are submitted online to the North Dakota State Electrical Board
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews North Dakota electrical licenses
- Sets yearly renewal dates by license class
- Sets the 8-hour CE requirement and NEC topic minimum
- Approves electrical CE courses and tracks provider rosters
Getting licensed
Getting a North Dakota electrician license
Need the license first? Our North Dakota guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
North Dakota electrician license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a North Dakota electrician need?
8 hours every year for Journeyman, Master, Class B and Power Limited electricians: at least 4 hours on the National Electrical Code and up to 4 hours on electrical industry topics.
When is the deadline?
Journeymen renew by March 31, and Master, Class B and Power Limited electricians renew by April 30 every year. Apprentices renew by January 31.
Do apprentices need CE?
No. Registered apprentice electricians renew annually by January 31 ($10 fee) and do not require continuing education hours for renewal.
Can I retake the same class?
You can, but you won’t get credit for the same class more than once in a code cycle.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. All 8 hours may be taken through board-approved online, webinar, correspondence or classroom courses.
Do hours carry over?
Yes. Continuing education credits can be deposited and held with the board for up to two license renewal periods.
Who reports my hours?
Your approved CE provider must submit the attendance roster directly to the NDSEB within 15 days of the class. Individual certificates are not accepted from licensees.
Sources
Official sources for North Dakota electrician CE rules
- North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDSEB)
- North Dakota Administrative Code Chapter 24-02-01
- NFPA 70, National Electrical Code
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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