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How to become a licensed electrician in Nevada. State-level licensing required. Apprenticeship: 8,000 hours. Total initial fees: $1,140. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
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State Licensed?
Apprentice Hours
0 levels
License Levels
Total Initial Fees
CE Hours
NEC Version
Regulation Status
VerifiedState Licensed
Yes
Regulation Level
state
License Types
Notes
Nevada licenses electrical contractors through the NSCB at the state level. Journeyman and apprentice licensing is handled by local jurisdictions (counties and cities). Clark County (Las Vegas) offers Master Electrician certification for those already certified as journeyman. Each jurisdiction has its own licensing authority. This is a split regulatory system.
State-Level Licensing Required
Regulated by the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB)
Apprenticeship
Hours Breakdown
8,000
Total Hours
4
Years
576
Classroom
8,000
On-the-Job
DOL Registered Apprenticeship
Exam Requirements
VerifiedNot Required
Journeyman Exam
Not Required
Master Exam
Exam Provider
PSI Services (contractor exam); ICC (local journeyman exam)
NEC Version
No statewide NEC adoption. Adopted at local level. State Public Works Division uses NEC 2017.
Open Book
Yes
Minimum Age
Education
Background Check
Insurance Required
Bonding Required
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Journeyman License Fee Local journeyman certification renewal fee (3-year cycle). Initial fees vary by jurisdiction. | |
Exam Fee One exam. $140 for trade exam + Management Survey combined. Paid to PSI for C-2 contractor exam. | |
Renewal Fee Biennial (2-year) contractor license renewal fee | |
Total Initial Fees Approximate total for C-2 contractor: $300 application + $140 exams + $600 biennial license fee. Does not include bond costs or insurance. |
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified2 years (biennial) for contractor; 3 years for local journeyman
Renewal Period
0 hrs
CE Hours Required
Renewal Fee
$600
Biennial contractor license renewal. Local journeyman renewal ~$30 (3-year cycle).
Regulatory Board
Electrician licenses must be renewed on schedule. Most states require continuing education covering NEC code updates, safety practices, and applicable state/local amendments.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
Mostly verifiedDoes Not Accept Out-of-State Credentials
Reciprocity Type
None
Transfer Details
Nevada does not have reciprocity agreements for electrician licenses. Out-of-state journeymen must meet local jurisdiction requirements. Out-of-state contractors must apply through NSCB and meet all standard requirements.
Additional Requirements for Transfer
Electrician license reciprocity varies significantly by state. Some states offer endorsement for experienced electricians, while others require passing the state exam regardless of prior credentials.
Nevada's dual-layer system is particularly complex: the state only licenses contractors (C-2 and subcategories), while all individual electrician credentials are issued locally. This means a journeyman licensed in Clark County (Las Vegas) may need separate certification to work in Washoe County (Reno). There is no portability between jurisdictions within the state without meeting each jurisdiction's requirements. There is also no statewide NEC adoption — each local jurisdiction independently adopts its own edition.
Nevada has a split regulatory system: NSCB licenses contractors at the state level; individual electricians (journeyman/apprentice/master) are licensed locally.
Clark County (Las Vegas) is the only jurisdiction known to offer a Master Electrician certification.
OSHA 10- or 30-hour training is a specific requirement for the C-2 contractor license.
Some jurisdictions (e.g., Reno) offer residential journeyman certification with reduced experience requirements (~6,000 hours).
No statewide NEC adoption — each jurisdiction chooses its own edition.
C-2 contractor exam: 80 questions, 240 minutes, 70% passing, semi-open book via PSI.
A journeyman licensed in Clark County (Las Vegas) may need separate certification to work in Washoe County (Reno).
General Business and Law / CMS (Construction Management Survey) exam also required for C-2 contractor license.
Bond amounts range from $1,000 to $500,000 depending on license type, monetary limit, and financial responsibility.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#24 of 51
Cost
#38 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Electricians (SOC 47-2111)
Entry Level
$47,840
25th percentile
Median
$64,950
+4% vs. national avg ($62,350)Experienced
$91,930
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
8,570 employed in this state
Source: BLS OEWS – Electricians (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+7.1%
Average GrowthNew Jobs
+60,000
over 10 years
Annual Openings
68,500
per year (avg.)
839,600 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
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Electrician (Journeyman)
$64,950
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
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Electrician (Journeyman)
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
$64,950
Master electrician license + contractor license
$81,400
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 212–224 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Nevada State Contractors Board — Licensing Requirements
2–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Nevada State Contractors Board — Licensing Requirements
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Official regulatory agency — added during electrician audit
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Official state website
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FAQ for general requirements
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Bond requirements
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Secondary source for local-level licensing details
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Exam details secondary source
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Nevada requires state-level licensing. An apprenticeship of 8,000 hours is required. All licensing is managed through the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB).
Requirements vary by state and local jurisdiction. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.