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Delaware Electrical License and Exam Prep
Journey, Master, and Residential Electrical Licensing
Delaware Electrical licenses are regulated by the State of Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners. They govern licensure for Journey, Master, and Contractor Electricians. Requirements for obtaining each type of license can be found below.
We have the books, courses, and professionals ready to help you pass. All our training is offered in an online self-paced format. Our exam prep is not only designed to help you pass your test the first time, but is also designed to teach you valuable knowledge for your career. The courses are available from almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Delaware Electrical License.
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$289Electrical
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$561$509Residential & Journeyman
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$590$539Master Electrician
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What type of work can be done with this license?
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Journeyperson Electrician
In Delaware, a Journeyperson Electrician may perform electrical services under the supervision of a Master Electrician. To perform “electrical services” or “electrical work” means to perform, maintain, troubleshoot or supervise any electrical work covered by the National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Commission.
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Master Electrician
A licensee under this chapter shall perform all electrical services or electrical work in accordance with the standards established in the National Electric Code (NEC) as adopted by the Delaware Fire Prevention Commission and in any applicable local building code.
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Residential Electrician
Conduct residential electrical work without having to be under the direct onsite supervision of a licensed master electrician, master electrician special, limited electrician, limited electrician special or journeyperson electrician.
Only allowed to preform electric work:
On or within a residential dwelling or building prior to the dwelling or building being connected to the electric grid;
To or beyond the breaker panel or fuse box in a residential dwelling or building.
What are the requirements to getting a license?
Journeyperson Electrician- 8,000 hours of full-time experience performing electrical work under the supervision of a licensed master electrician, master electrician special, limited electrician, or limited electrician special.
- Pass the required Journeyperson Electrician exam
Master Electrician- Six (6) years of full-time experience under the supervision of a licensed master electrician;
OR - Four (4) years of full-time experience under the supervision of a licensed master electrician plus an official transcript showing two (2) years of technical training.
- Pass the required Master Electrician exam
- After passing the exam, submit proof of liability insurance of at least $300,000 to the Board office
Residential Electrician- Over 4,000 hours of full-time experience or have completed a residential apprentice program approved by the board.
- Pass the required Residential Electrician exam
How do I obtain a license?
To apply for your license, contact the Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners at 302-744-4500 or visit the DPR website to submit online.
Delaware requires 10 hours of continuing education for Master Electricians and Residential Electricians, and 5 hours for Journeyperson Electricians. Delaware has reciprocity agreements for Master Electricians in Michigan and Wyoming and limited agreements with Arkansas, Colorado, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia,
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. 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%.
The first step is to obtain pre-approval for your exam. This can be obtained after creating an account on the DELPROS online portal through the state website and begin the application for licensure. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in Dover-Harrington and Newark.
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 offer industry leading exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price.
After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required State exam(s) (see below).
After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply through DPR. 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?
When the Board has reviewed and approved your application, you will receive an email notification stating you have been approved to sit for the exam. You will receive a separate email with the examination registration form. Exams are offered in Dover-Harrington and Newark on set dates.
Delaware Electrician Exams
- Passing Score: 75% correct
How do I pass the exam?
The Delaware exams are open book. The references below are permitted to be tabbed, highlighted, and used during your test! All reference materials must be bound. Unfortunately, our online course is NOT permitted to be accessed during the State exam.
The exam prep includes math, theory and calculations, highlighting guides covering the topics your exam is based on, practice questions for each reference, and unlimited attempts on our "test simulation".
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.
Delaware Electrician Online Exam Prep
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- Delaware Electrician Online Exam Prep
Our Online Exam Prep features:
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Ideal for students who already own all references
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Delaware Master Electrical Bundle
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- All the books to use during the exam
- Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
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- No Pass No Pay Policy
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- Perfect for those taking the Master Electrical Exam
Delaware Residential & Journeyman 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
- Perfect for those taking the Residential or Journeyman Exam
NEC 2020, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
American Electricians' Handbook, 17th Edition
Ugly's Electrical References, 2020
2 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
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