NEC 2023

Colorado Electrician Licensing

Every electrician license type Colorado issues, with continuing-education hours, renewal fees, bond requirements and approved courses. Updated for 2026.

License types

24 hrs

Max CE / cycle

Not required

Bond at some tier

CE providers

Informational only — not legal advice, and not an official government resource. Licensing rules change; always confirm against the official board source linked on this page before you renew, apply, or make a business decision. Trade Cert Hub is independent and not affiliated with any state licensing board.

Colorado electricians licenses at a glance

License	CE hours	Renewal fee	Bond	View
Residential Wireman residential	24 / 3yr	$73	None	Details
Journeyman Electrician journeyman	24 / 3yr	$73	None	Details
Master Electrician master	24 / 3yr	$145	None	Details

Getting started

How to become an electrician in Colorado →

Moving states

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Pay

Electrician salary in Colorado →

CE courses in Colorado

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Colorado electrician licensing — FAQ

How many electrician license types does Colorado issue?

Colorado issues 3 electrician license types: Residential Wireman, Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician.

Does Colorado require continuing education for electricians?

Yes — at least one electrician tier in Colorado requires continuing education, up to 24 hours per renewal cycle. The exact requirement varies by license tier; see each license page.

Do Colorado electrician licenses require a bond?

No state license bond is required for electrician licenses in Colorado at the tiers we track. Local permits may still require one.

Which NEC edition does Colorado enforce?

Colorado currently enforces the 2023 NEC for electrician work.

Official source

Colorado State Electrical Board (DORA)

Official board site

Data compiled 2026-05-23. Confirm current figures with the board.

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