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How to become a licensed electrician in Vermont. State-level licensing required. Apprenticeship: 8,000 hours. Total initial fees: $215. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Electrician
Governing Authority
Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety, Electrical Licensing Board
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Yes
State Licensed?
Apprentice Hours
3 levels
License Levels
Total Initial Fees
CE Hours
NEC Version
Regulation Status
VerifiedState Licensed
Yes
Regulation Level
state
License Types
Notes
Vermont requires state-level electrician licensing through the Division of Fire Safety under the Department of Public Safety. The Electrical Licensing Board sets standards and oversees compliance. Vermont has three main license types: Specialist (Type-S), Journeyman, and Master. The Type-S Specialist is a journeyman-level license for specific specialty areas. Vermont also requires completion of a Vermont Energy Goals Education Module per legislation (S.220, signed 2020) for trade professionals.
State-Level Licensing Required
Regulated by the Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety, Electrical Licensing Board
Official Title
Apprentice Electrician
Experience Required
No prior experience required; must work under direction of a master electrician
Exam Required
No
Additional Requirements
Official Title
Journeyman Electrician
Experience Required
8,000 hours of documented on-the-job electrical experience (generally through apprenticeship) and 576 hours of classroom instruction covering electrical theory, safety, and code requirements. Alternative: verification by Vermont Apprenticeship Council of completed apprenticeship, or equivalent training acceptable to the Board.
Exam Required
Yes
Additional Requirements
Official Title
Master Electrician
Experience Required
Must have been licensed as and working as a journeyman electrician for at least 2 years, or have comparable experience acceptable to the Board
Exam Required
Yes
Additional Requirements
Apprenticeship
Hours Breakdown
8,000
Total Hours
4
Years
576
Classroom
8,000
On-the-Job
DOL Registered Apprenticeship
Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
Journeyman Exam
Required
Master Exam
Exam Provider
ICC (International Code Council) / Prov, Inc.
NEC Version
2023 NEC (Vermont Electrical Safety Rules, 2025 Edition, effective 11/05/2025)
Open Book
Yes
Master Exam Details
105
Questions
300 min
Time Limit
Minimum Age
Education
Background Check
Insurance Required
Bonding Required
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Apprentice Registration Fee Application fee for non-master license types | |
Journeyman License Fee Application fee. Exam fee paid separately to ICC/Prov. | |
Master License Fee Application fee for Master Electrician. Exam fee paid separately to ICC/Prov. | |
Exam Fee Master electrician exam fee paid to Pearson VUE/ICC. Journeyman exam fee may differ. | |
Renewal Fee Master renewal: $150 every 3 years. Journeyman and other licenses: $115 every 3 years. | |
Total Initial Fees Approximate total for Master: $150 application + $65 exam. Journeyman: $115 application + exam fee. |
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified3 years
Renewal Period
15 hrs
CE Hours Required
CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$150
Master renewal: $150. Journeyman and other licenses: $115. Replacement license: $20.
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
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
Reciprocity Type
Reciprocity with select states
Transfer Details
Vermont has reciprocity agreements with Maine and New Hampshire for both Journeyman and Master electrician licenses. Licensed electricians from these states may obtain a Vermont license without taking the Vermont exam, provided they hold a current active license obtained by examination.
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.
Vermont uniquely houses electrician licensing under the Division of Fire Safety (Department of Public Safety) rather than a dedicated electricians' board. The state has a distinctive Type-S Specialist license at the journeyman level for specialty work, with lower experience thresholds than the full journeyman license. Vermont also mandates a Vermont Energy Goals Education Module for trade professionals, reflecting the state's emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability goals. The 2025 Vermont Electrical Safety Rules incorporate the 2023 NEC with Vermont-specific amendments.
Vermont electrician licensing is administered by the Division of Fire Safety under the Department of Public Safety, not a standalone electricians' board.
The Vermont Electrical Safety Rules, 2025 Edition, became effective 11/05/2025, incorporating the 2023 NEC.
Vermont has a unique Type-S Specialist license (journeyman level) for specific specialty areas, requiring either an approved training program + 2,000 hours or 4,000 hours of relevant work experience.
Vermont requires completion of a Vermont Energy Goals Education Module per legislation (S.220, signed 2020) for trade professionals including electricians.
Reciprocity agreements exist with Maine and New Hampshire for both Journeyman and Master licenses.
Master exam consists of 105 multiple-choice questions with a 5-hour time limit, open book.
License fees are $150 for Master and $115 for all other license types, both for initial application and renewal.
Replacement license fee is $20.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#37 of 51
Cost
#25 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Electricians (SOC 47-2111)
Entry Level
$50,480
25th percentile
Median
$59,670
-4% vs. national avg ($62,350)Experienced
$71,640
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
1,410 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)
Electrical Career Ladder+31% salary growth potential
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Electrician (Journeyman)
$59,670
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
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Electrician (Journeyman)
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
$59,670
Master electrician license + contractor license
$78,290
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: Vermont Electricians Licensing Board — Licensing Requirements
2–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Vermont Electricians Licensing Board — Licensing Requirements
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Official regulatory agency — added during electrician audit
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Primary official source for VT electrician licensing
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Electrical Licensing Board information
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Official application form
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2025 edition effective 11/05/2025
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Statutory requirements for electrician licensing
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Exam candidate information bulletin
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Vermont requires state-level licensing. An apprenticeship of 8,000 hours is required. All licensing is managed through the Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety, Electrical Licensing Board.
Requirements vary by state and local jurisdiction. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.