Vermont Electrician Exam
Need of a License: Master and journeyman electricians need a license to work in Vermont.
Who Grants a License: Electrician licenses are granted by the Vermont Division of Fire Safety.
Qualifications Needed to Receive a License
Master Electrician: A candidate must have been licensed as a journeyman electrician for at least two years or have had comparable experience and training.
Journeyman Electrician: A candidate must have completed a verified apprenticeship (including both instruction and practice) or equivalent training and experience.
Exam Requirements: A candidate for a master electrician license or a journeyman electrician license must pass the Master Electrician Examination or the Journeyman Electrician Examination, respectively.
How to Apply for a License: A candidate for licensure must complete/send an application to the Vermont Divison of Fire Safety.
The master electrician and journeyman electrician license application forms can be found here.
Test Content
Master Electrician Exam - The electrical contractor exam consists of 105 questions with a time limit of 5 hours.
The exam covers the following subject areas:
- General Knowledge
- 2014 National Electrical Code Services and Service Equipment
- 2011 State of Vermont Electrical Safety Rules Feeders
- Branch Circuits and Conductors
- Wiring Methods and Materials
- Equipment and Devices
- Control Devices
- Motors and Generators
- Special Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions
- Local Amendments
Journeyman Electrician Exam - The journeyman exam consists of 90 questions with a time limit of 4 hours.
The exam covers the following subject areas:
- General Knowledge
- 2014 National Electrical Code Services and Service Equipment
- 2011 State of Vermont Electrical Safety Rules Feeders
- Branch Circuits and Conductors
- Wiring Methods and Materials
- Equipment and Devices
- Control Devices
- Motors and Generators
- Special Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions
- Local Amendments
Fees: There is an examination fee.
Who Administers the Test: The testing information and registration forms will be sent to you once your application is approved by the Board.
License Renewal Requirements: Licenses must be renewed every three years on a date designated by the board.
Applicable Code: NEC 2017
