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Iowa Residential Electrical License
Residential Electrician Licensing & Exam Prep
Those seeking a Residential Electrical license may obtain either a Residential Journeyman, Master or Residential Electrical Contractor license. Each license type has specific requirements, which have been laid out in detail below. 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 almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Iowa Electrical License.
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What type of work can be done with this license?
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Journeyman Electrician
The state qualifies an Electrical Contractor as a person having the necessary qualifications, training, experience, and technical knowledge to perform a residential installation in which there are no more than four living units within the same building and who is employed by a State of Iowa-licensed electrical contractor or residential electrical contractor. License requires the passing of a supervised examination approved by the Board.
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Master Electrician
A Master Electrician is a person having the necessary qualifications and technical knowledge to properly plan, design, lay-out, build, install, and supervise the installation of electrical wiring and equipment for light, heat, and power and who is licensed by the Board.
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Residential Electrical Contractor
A Residential Electrical Contractor has all of the abilities as a licensed Master Electrician with the added abilities to bid and contract with the general public to perform Electrical work.
What are the requirements to getting a license?
Residential Journeyman Electrician- Submit the signed and notarized application for approval to site for the exam
- According to the state, "Persons applying for a statewide electrical contractor examination must demonstrate a minimum of 8,000 hours’ experience that shows that you have designed, planned, laid-out and directly supervised electrical construction activities and the installing of electrical components."
- Applicant may substitute one year of education in electrical curriculum for one-half year electrical experience for a maximum of 2,000 hours of the required 8,000 hours of experience. The applicant must submit a copy of the diploma, certificate, or transcript.
- Applicant must obtain a passing score on the Iowa Electrical Contractor Examination
Residential Master Electrician- Submit the signed and notarized application for approval to site for the exam
- Must demonstrate a minimum of 8,000 hours’ experience that shows that you have necessary qualifications, training, and technical knowledge to install electrical wiring, apparatus or equipment, light, heat, or power.
- A substantial amount of work performed must be in commercial, industrial, or residential
- Electrical examination may substitute one year of education in an approved electrical curriculum or apprenticeship program for 1,000 hours of electrical experience for a maximum of 2,000 hours of the required 8,000 hours. Applicant must provide appropriate documentation of education or apprenticeship program and is subject to board approval
- Passing score on the Electrical Journeyman Examination
Residential Electrical Contractor- Submit the signed and notarized application for approval to site for the exam
- Must demonstrate a minimum of 8,000 hours’ experience that shows that you have necessary qualifications, training, and technical knowledge to install electrical wiring, apparatus or equipment, light, heat, or power.
- A Residential Electrical Contractor must also hold a Master Electrical license and register with the state Division of Labor as a contractor.
How do I obtain a license?
To apply for your license, contact the Iowa AECB at 334-420-7232 or visit Board Website.
14 Hours of continuing education are required for each renewal. Also, Iowa has reciprocity agreements with Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
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%.
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). Contact AECB at 334-420-7232 to begin this process. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities. Pre-approval is required from the testing agency prior to scheduling the exam
After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply through AECB to obtain your Iowa Electrical License. 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?
To schedule your exam, submit a completed application for approval by the state.
Iowa Master Residential Electrical Exam
- Total Questions: 60
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 180 minutes
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Topics include: General Electrical Knowledge; Wiring and Protection; Wiring Methods and Materials; Equipment for General Use; Special Occupancies; Special Equipment; Special Conditions; Communication Systems.
Iowa Residential Journeyman Electrical Exam
- Total Questions: 50
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 120 minutes
- OPEN BOOK
Topics include: General Electrical Knowledge; Wiring and Protection; Wiring Methods and Materials; Equipment for General Use; Special Occupancies; Special Equipment; Special Conditions; Communication Systems.
How do I pass the exam?
The Iowa exams are open book. The references below are permitted to be tabbed, highlighted, and used during your test! 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 references, 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.
Iowa Residential Electrical Online Exam Prep
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- Iowa Residential Electrical Online Exam Prep
Our Online Exam Prep features:
- Instant Online Access
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- No Pass No Pay Policy
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Iowa Residential Electrical Bundle
Includes the following courses:
- Iowa Residential Electrical Bundle
Plus the following:
- Code Books Used During Exam
- Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
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- Instructor Support
- No Pass No Pay Policy
- Lifetime Access from nearly any device
The Following References are Allowed to be Used During the Exam:
NEC 2023, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
The Following References are NOT Allowed to be Used During the Exam:
Ugly's Electrical References, 2020
1 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
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