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Ohio Electrical Contractor License
Electrical Licensing, Education & Exam Prep
Ohio requires an Electrical Contractor license prior to bidding on or contracting electrical work. Applicants may choose to renew the license annually or every 3 years. We offer a course with exam prep, the book for the exam, and additional services to help you obtain your license. All of our training is offered in an online self-paced format. Our 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 nearly any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Ohio Electrical Contractor License.
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What type of work can be done with this license?
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Electrical Contractor
An Electrician in Ohio is able to install, alter, add or change any electrical wires fixtures, appliances, apparatus, raceways, conduit or any part thereof that generates transmits, transforms or utilizes electrical energy in any form for light, heat, power or communications.
What are the requirements to getting a license?
Experience- Proof of last five years as a Tradesperson, working under a licensed Contractor, performing permittable work. OR currently be a registered engineer in this state with three (3) years of business experience in the construction industry in the Electrical trade.
- Provide the last five consecutive years tax documents (W-2's or IRS Schedule C Form 1040)
- Provide one of the four options below to accompany your tax documents:
- Copy of 1 permit for each of the last 5 years the licensed contractor (your employer) obtained, and that the applicant worked under.
- Journeyman's card
- Certificate of Completion for Apprenticeship from an apprentice program approved by the state of Ohio or the US Department of Labor
- Proof of completion for 40 hours of continuing education on code for the Electrical trade
Other Requirements- Pass Electrical and Business and Law exams
- Proof of Insurance ($500,000 liability minimum)
- Once approved by the Board, complete a State and Federal Background Check prior to sitting for the examination.
How do I obtain a license?
To apply for your license, contact the Ohio Board of State Examiners of Electricians at 614-644-3493 or visit ohio.gov.
Ohio requires each licensee to complete 40 hours of continuing education prior to each renewal. Ohio has reciprocity agreements with West Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Louisiana and Tennessee.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our 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%.
In order to sit for the exam, you must submit the application for licensure to the state. It must include verified education and work experience as required by the state. Once approved, the state will contact you with an exam bulletin.
After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required State exam(s) (see below). Pre-approval is required. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities.
After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply through the OCILB to obtain your Ohio Electrician License. Licensees must provide proof of insurance at this time. The policy and license must be assigned to a contracting company. 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 exam do I need to take?
Ohio Electrical Contractors must pass two examinations: Electrical and Business and Law.
Once your application has been submitted, visit psiexams.com or call 855-746-8173 to schedule the exam.
Ohio Electrical Contractor Exam
- Total Questions: 100
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 4 Hours
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Topics Include: General Electrical Knowledge; Transformers and Equipment; Service Feeders and Branch Circuits; Raceways, Boxes, and Panelboards; Conductors and Cables; Control Devices; Motors and Generators; Utilization Equipment; Special Occupancies and Equipment; Pretest Items
Ohio Business and Law Exam
- Total Questions: 50
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 120 minutes
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Topics include: Business Org; Licensing; Estimating and Bidding; Contract Management; Project Management; Insurance and Bonding; OSHA Record Keeping and Safety; Personnel Regulations; Financial Management; Tax Laws; Lien Laws; Pretest Items
How do I pass the exam?
The Ohio Electrician exam is open book. This reference is permitted to be tabbed and highlighted! Unfortunately, our online course is NOT permitted to be accessed during the State exam.
Online 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.
Ohio Electrical Online Exam Prep
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- Ohio Electrical 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
Ohio Electrical Bundle
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
Ugly's Electrical References, 2020
The following item is on the PSI list, but is typically not needed.
Electrical Field Reference Handbook: Revised for the NEC 2008
Ohio Business and Law Online Exam Prep
Ohio NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, 3rd Edition
2 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
Why should I choose RocketCert?
At RocketCert, we strive to be the best (while having fun in the process). This means having not only the best quality of education, but also industry leading technology. Best yet, we are here for you 7 days a week. Have a question or comment? Give us a call or contact us to send us a message. Ready to begin? Select your State above and start immediately. Of course, you can resume later!
Why pay for something knowing your time with it is limited? At RocketCert, we believe in offering lifetime access to your training, even though it will not be needed.
Our education is written industry experts. We believe in helping you with your career, and that help begins with offering best in class education.
We are here for you. Have a question? Need support? Our team is available 7 days a week for technical support. We pride ourselves in taking care of you.
Fail your exam? Prefer a different style of course? Other events taking place in your life? Give us a call and we can process a refund within 30 days of purchase for any reason. Exam prep courses are backed with our No Pass, No Pay guarantee.