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West Virginia Electrical License and Exam
Journeyman / Master Electrician and Electrical Contractor Licensing, Education & Exam Prep
It's never been a better time to become a Journeyman or Master Electrician in West Virginia. With our expert written exam prep and tabbed references you can use during the exam, you'll be on your way to getting your license in no time. There is no faster or more effective way to obtain a license. Take advantage of decades of experience and take the next step in your career.
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 West Virginia Journeyman / Master Electrician and Electrical Contractor License.
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$299Electrical License
Exam Prep -
$601$549Electrical
Prep, Books, Tabs Bundle
What type of work can be done with this license?
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Journeyman Electrician
A Journeyman Electrician in West Virginia is licensed to do any work installing wires, conduits, apparatus, equipment, fixtures and other appliances, provided that this classification is not authorized to design electrical systems.
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Master Electrician
A Master Electrician in West Virginia is able to design electrical systems and to instruct and supervise the electrical work of journeyman electricians, apprentice electricians, and other related workers.
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Electrical Contractor
A Electrical Contractor in West Virginia engages in the business of electrical work and employs master electricians, journeyman electricians, apprentice electricians or other related workers for the construction, alteration or repair of any electrical wiring, equipment or systems as defined in the scope of the national electric code.
What are the requirements to getting a license?
Journeyman Electrician- A minimum of 8,000 hours or 4 years’ actual, hands-on work electrical work experience and shall consist of:
- All work experience must be in accordance with the NEC and consist of above ground structural wiring
OR - Completion of a US Department of Labor approved apprentice program
OR - Completion of a West Virginia Department of Education approved 1080-hour vocational course.
- All work experience must be in accordance with the NEC and consist of above ground structural wiring
- Schedule exam through the West Virginia State Office of the Fire Marshall
- Submit completed, signed, and notarized application with appropriate licensing fee
Master Electrician- A minimum of 10,000 hours or 5 years’ actual, hands-on work electrical work experience and shall consist of:
- Work should be a combination of commercial, industrial, and residential experience.
- Vocational training is not counted toward required experience.
- All work experience must be in accordance with the NEC and consist of above ground structural wiring
- Schedule exam through the West Virginia State Office of the Fire Marshall
- Submit completed, signed, and notarized application with appropriate licensing fee
Electrical Contractor- Pass West Virginia Business and Law and Electrical Contractor Exam
- Register the business with the West Virginia State Tax Department
- Provide Certificate of Authority (if required)
- Provide Wage Bond
- Provide proof of insurance
- Complete Application/Experience/Affidavit
- Submit completed, signed, and notarized application with appropriate licensing fee
How do I obtain a license?
To apply for your license, contact the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board at 304-558-7890 or visit their website.
West Virginia does not require each licensee to complete Continuing Education prior to each renewal. West Virginia has reciprocity arrangements on an individual basis.
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 date and time.
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 Contractor Licensing Board to obtain your West Virginia General Contractor 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?
Applicants may choose between two options:
The state-specific exam OR the NASCLA Accredited Electrical Exam
The NASCLA Electrical Exam is Currently Accepted by 15 state licensing boards as a substitute for the state's trade exam. For a full list of accepting agencies Click Here.
Note: As of September 2024, the West Virginia contractor licensing exams will be administered by ProV Exams. The previous references for the exams administered by PSI may still be used until April 2025.
Journeyman Electrician Exam
- Total Questions: 42
- Number of Simple Calculations: 4
- Passing Score: 30 Correct
- Time: 3 hours
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Topics include: Power factors; Voltage Drops; Resistance; Circuit Requirements
The Master and Journeyman exams are scheduled through the West Virginia State Office of the Fire Marshall.
Master Electrician Exam
- Total Questions: 50
- Number of Simple Calculations: 6
- Passing Score: 35 Correct
- Time: 3 hours
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Topics include: Service Loads; Power Factor; Voltage Drop; Service Size; Demand Load; Circuit Resistance; Outlet Requirements
The Master and Journeyman exams are scheduled through the West Virginia State Office of the Fire Marshall.
Electrical Contractor Exam
- Total Questions: 75
- Passing Score: 53 Correct
- Time: 180 minutes
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Topics include: Electrical Theory/Trade Knowledge; 3 Phase Theory; Definitions; Wiring and Protections; Range Calculations; 3 Phase Calculation; Wiring Methods; Equipment for General Use; Special Occupancies; Special Equipment; Special Conditions; Communications Systems; Tables and Examples; Conduit Fill; Service Loads; Voltage Drop
To schedule the Electrical Contractor exam, applicants may contact ProV at (801)-733-4455 or visit their website
- Total Questions: 75
- Passing Score: 70% Correct
- Time: 270 minutes
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Topics include: Communication Systems; Equipment for General Use; General Electrical Knowledge; Motors & Controls; Plan Reading; Special Conditions; Special Equipment; Special Occupancies; Wiring & Protection; Wiring Methods & Materials
Applicants applying for an Electrical Contractor License in WV must also pass the Business and Law Exam.
Business Law Exam
- Number of questions: 50
- Passing Score: 35 correct
- Time allowed: 3 hours
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Topics include: Business Organization; Contracts; Estimating and Bidding; Financial Management; Labor Law, Licensing; Lien Law; Project Management; Risk Management; Safety-OSHA; Tax Law
How do I pass the exam?
The West Virginia Journeyman / Master Electrician and Electrical Contractor exams are open book. These references are permitted to be tabbed and highlighted! 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.
West Virginia Electrical Online Exam Prep
Lifetime Online Access to:
- West Virginia Electrical Online Exam Prep
Backed by:
- Education Support Team
- No Pass No Pay Policy
Students who already own all references
$299
West Virginia Electrical Exam Bundle
Plus the following:
- All physical books permitted to be used during the exam(s)
- Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
- Free Shipping!
- Instructor Support
- No Pass No Pay Policy
- Lifetime Access from nearly any device
American Electricians' Handbook, 17th Edition
NEC 2020, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
2 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
The Business & Law Exam must also be passed:
West Virginia Business and Law Online Exam Prep
West Virginia Business Law Exam Bundle
West Virginia Business & Law Study Guide for Contractors, 6th Edition
1 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
Why should I choose RocketCert?
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