Electrician License Requirements in Vermont
- Training hours
- 12000 hrs
- Upfront cost
- $115
- Exam
- Vermont Journeyman Electrician Examination
- Renewal cycle
- Every 3 years
- Issuing board
- Vermont Electricians' Licensing Board, Division of Fire Safety (Department of Public Safety)
How to get licensed
- 1
Meet the prerequisites
Meet the eligibility requirements set by the issuing board. The application requires the applicant's legal name, date of birth, and Social Security number, but the Division's application instructions do not state a minimum age for the Journeyman classification. The application's 'Compliance Questions' section (Section 9) asks about State of Vermont financial/tax obligations (e.g. outstanding judgments), not a criminal history background check — no criminal background-check requirement was found on the Division's public licensing pages. [1]
- 2
Complete approved training
Complete 12000 hours of training. Per the Division of Fire Safety's official Electrical Application and Instructions: an applicant for Journeyman must show proof of 12,000 hours of experience through signed affidavits from previous employers, UNLESS they completed the Vermont Apprenticeship Program within the past 2 years (in which case a copy of the completion certificate substitutes for the affidavits) or qualify via reciprocity with Maine or New Hampshire. Applicants must also complete Vermont's 'Energy Goals Education Module' (required for any new license or renewal after July 1, 2021, per 2020 legislation S.220) and submit a copy of the completion certificate with the application. [1]
- 3
Vermont Journeyman Electrician Examination
Pass the Vermont Journeyman Electrician Examination. Exam fee is paid separately from the license application fee and is not published on the Division's own pages; contact the Division of Fire Safety (802-479-7561) for current exam registration and fee details. [1]
- 4
Submit your application
Submit your application to Vermont Electricians' Licensing Board, Division of Fire Safety (Department of Public Safety). [1]
- 5
Receive your license
Once your application is approved, Vermont Electricians' Licensing Board, Division of Fire Safety (Department of Public Safety) issues your Journeyman Electrician License for Vermont.
Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee [1] | None specified |
| License fee [1] | $115 |
| Renewal fee [1] | $115 |
| Vermont Journeyman Electrician Examination [1] | None specified |
The Division of Fire Safety's official application form lists a single '$115.00, 3-year license fee' for the Journeyman classification (covering both new applications and renewals, per secondary corroboration of the same $115 figure for renewal) — it is not itemized into separate application vs. license amounts, so application is left null. This fee does not include the separate exam fee (see exams entry).
Renewal & continuing education
Renew every 3 years. 15 continuing education hours required per cycle.
Vermont licenses (Journeyman and Master) are issued on a 3-year cycle. As a condition of renewal, journeyman and master electricians must complete 15 hours of Board-approved instruction on the National Electrical Code during the preceding 36-month period. Renewal also requires completing the Vermont Energy Goals Education Module (required since July 1, 2021).
Reciprocity
Endorsement/reciprocity from another state is available.
Per the Division's FAQ page, the Electricians' Board currently has reciprocity with Maine and New Hampshire only, for both Master and Journeyman licensees. A reciprocal applicant must check off which state on the application and include a certified letter from the reciprocating state (a photocopy of the license is not acceptable proof). No interstate licensure compact covers electricians, and no other states currently qualify for Vermont reciprocity.
Cost calculator
- $115
Frequently asked questions
How many hours of experience does Vermont require for a Journeyman Electrician license?
12,000 hours of experience, documented through signed employer affidavits — unless you completed the Vermont Apprenticeship Program within the past 2 years (completion certificate substitutes for affidavits) or qualify by reciprocity with Maine or New Hampshire.
How much does a Vermont Journeyman Electrician license cost?
$115 for a 3-year license, per the Division of Fire Safety's application form. This does not include the separate exam fee, which is paid directly to the exam vendor after your application is approved.
Does Vermont have reciprocity with other states?
Yes, but only with Maine and New Hampshire, for both Journeyman and Master licenses. You must include a certified letter of licensure from the reciprocating state — a photocopy is not accepted.
How often do I renew my Vermont electrician license, and what continuing education is required?
Every 3 years. You need 15 hours of Board-approved National Electrical Code instruction during the preceding 36 months, plus completion of Vermont's Energy Goals Education Module.
Do I need to complete the Vermont Apprenticeship Program to get a Journeyman license?
No — it's one path to satisfying the experience requirement. You can also qualify with 12,000 hours documented through employer affidavits, without going through the formal apprenticeship program.
Sources
- [1] firesafety.vermont.gov/fire-building-safety/boards/electrical/apply — accessed 2026-07-11
- [2] firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/electrical — accessed 2026-07-11
- [3] firesafety.vermont.gov/fire-building-safety/boards/electrical/faq — accessed 2026-07-11