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Arkansas Journeyman/Master Electrical License and Exam Prep
Arkansas Journeyman & Master Electrical License and Exam
Arkansas classifies Electricians as either Journeyman or Master. Whereas the Journeyman is a more limited license, the Master Electrical license is unlimited and allows for contracting with the general public. We have built this page to outline the requirements for both licenses. All of our training is offered in an online self-paced format. Our Arkansas Journeyman/Master electrical license exam prep is designed to help you pass your test the first time, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. All of our courses are available from almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Arkansas Electrical License.
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What type of work can be done with the Journeyman/Master electrical license in Arkansas?
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Journeyman Electrical License
A Journeyman Electrician is licensed to install, maintain, and extend electrical conductors and equipment. A Journeyman Electrician cannot contract with the general public to plan, lay out or supervise the installation, maintenance and extension of electrical conductors and equipment without employing at least one (1) full-time master electrician.
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Master Electrician License
The Master Electrician license is an unlimited license classification and licensees are authorized to plan, lay out, and supervise the installation, maintenance, and extension of electrical conductors and equipment, as well as contract with the general public to do so.
What are the Arkansas Journeyman/Master Electrical license requirements?
Journeyman Electrician Requirements
Pass the Journeyman Electrician exam (pre-approval is required)
- Provide a "Released for Test" form from a completed 4-year Electrical apprenticeship or state equivalent.
OR - Submit proof of current Journeyman licensure in a sister state for at least one year and with at least 8 years (16,000 hours) of electrical construction experience or training.
Master Electrician Requirements
Pass the Master Electrical Contractor exam (pre-approval is required)
- Hold a degree in electrical engineering plus two (2) years of construction related experience
OR - Six (6) years experience in the construction industry, both residential and commercial, including two (2) years experience as a licensed Journeyman Electrician
OR - Any combination of training and experience as the Board may approve, such as formal electrical apprenticeship programs specifically approved by the board, on-the-job training specifically approved by the Board, or a combination of training and construction experience that is determined by the Board to be equivalent.
How do I obtain an Arkansas Journeyman/Master Electrical license?
To apply for your license, contact the Arkansas Electrical Inspection and Licensing Division at 501-682-4547 or visit Board Website.
8 Hours of continuing education are required for each renewal. Also, Journeyman Electrical Contractors have reciprocity agreements with Alaska, New Mexico, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Colorado, while Master Electricians only with Oregon.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our Arkansas Journeyman/Master Electrical License exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.
PURCHASE EXAM PREP, BOOKS, & STUDY!
Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of the licensing process. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your license. We will offer industry leading exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price.
PASS THE STATE EXAM
After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required State exam(s) (see below). Submit a completed application packet to the Arkansas Board Of Electrical Examiners to obtain pre-approval for the exam.
APPLY FOR YOUR LICENSE
After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply to obtain your Arkansas Electrical License. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Our licensing specialists can help you with the process. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Learn more about how we can assist with our Application Processing Program.
Which Journeyman/Master Electrical exam do I need to take in Arkansas?
Applicants can arrange a time and date to take the exam with the State Board after obtaining pre-approval.
Journeyman Electrician
- Total Questions: 60
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 3 hours
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Topics include:
Grounding and Bonding; General Knowledge of the Electrical Trade and Calculations; Service, Feeders, Branch Feeders and Overcurrent Protection; Raceways and Enclosures; Conductors; Motors and Controls; Utilization and General Use Equipment; Special Occupancies and Equipment; Low Voltage Circuits, Including Alarms and Communications; Safety
Business Law Exam
- Number of questions: 80
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time allowed: 180 minutes
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Topics include:
Business Organization; Licensing; Estimating and Bidding; Contract Management; Project Management; Public Works Laws; Risk Management; Safety; Labor Laws; Financial Management; Tax Laws; Lien Laws
Master Electrician
- Total Questions: 60
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 180 minutes
- OPEN BOOK
Topics include:
Grounding and Bonding; General Knowledge of the Electrical Trade and Calculations; Service, Feeders, Branch Feeders and Overcurrent Protection; Raceways and Enclosures; Conductors ; Motors and Controls; Utilization and General Use; Special Occupancies and Equipment; Low Voltage Circuits, Including Alarms and Communications; SafetyHow do I pass the Arkansas Journeyman/Master Electrical License exam?
The exam prep includes math, theory and calculations, highlighting guides covering the topics your exam is based on, practice questions for each references, and unlimited attempts on our "test simulation".
Online Arkansas Journeyman/Master Electrical License Exam Prep Includes:
- Calculation Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day. Calculation topics include Ohm’s Law, voltage drop, transformers, motors, box fill, and allowable fill for raceway sizing.
- Highlighting Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
- Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
- Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
- Guide to Tabbing - This section includes tabbing books and other test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.
Arkansas Electrician Online Exam Prep
Lifetime Online Access to:
- Arkansas Electrician Online Exam Prep
Our Online Exam Prep features:
- Instant Online Access
- Start & Stop as needed
- Instructor Support
- No Pass No Pay Policy
Ideal for students who already own all references
$299
Arkansas Electrician Bundle
Includes the following courses:
- Arkansas Electrician Online Exam Prep
Plus the following:
- All the books to use during the exam
- Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
- Free Shipping!
- Instructor Support
- No Pass No Pay Policy
- Lifetime Access from nearly any device
NEC 2023, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
2 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
Arkansas Business and Law Online Exam Prep
Arkansas NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law, and Project Management, 8th Edition
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