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Electrician journeyman

Connecticut E-2 Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson

A Connecticut E-2 Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson requires 4 continuing-education hours every 1 year, a $120 state renewal fee, and no state license bond. Connecticut currently enforces the 2023 NEC. Requirements, approved courses, bond and renewal steps for 2026.

CE Hours
4
every 1 yr
Renewal Fee
$120
state filing
Bond
None
not required
NEC
2023
edition in force

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Continuing education

Hours required
4
Renewal cycle
1 yr
Provider approval
Required
Subject breakdown
  • NEC and CT statutes/safety: 4 hours annually
Carry-over of excess hours: Not allowed

CE courses for Connecticut e-2 unlimited electrical journeypersons

Electrician continuing-education providers offering courses for Connecticut. Confirm a provider appears on CT DCP’s approved-provider list before you buy.

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Bond & insurance

Contractor bond
Not required

No state license bond required at this tier. Local permits may still require one.

Insurance
Not specified

No statewide insurance minimum confirmed for this tier.

Reciprocity

Connecticut does not publish direct reciprocity for this license. Out-of-state holders typically apply for endorsement and may need to pass the state exam. The reciprocity lookup tool can check a specific state pair.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Check your renewal deadline

    Log in to the CT DCP portal and confirm your expiration date and license number before doing anything else.

  2. 2

    Complete continuing education

    Complete your 4 required CE hours every 1 year with a board-approved provider (provider approval is required in this state). Keep your completion certificates.

  3. 3

    Submit and pay

    Submit the renewal through the CT DCP portal and pay the $120 fee. Renewing online is faster than mailing a paper form.

  4. 4

    Save your confirmation

    Download the confirmation and your updated license. If you missed the deadline, look for the late/reinstatement path rather than re-applying from scratch.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need for Connecticut E-2 Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson renewal?
4 hours every 1 year. Subjects: NEC and CT statutes/safety: 4 hours annually.
What does Connecticut E-2 Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson renewal cost?
The state filing fee is $120. Approved CE courses are an additional cost that varies by provider (commonly around $15–$100).
Does Connecticut accept reciprocity for this license?
Connecticut does not publish reciprocity for this license. Out-of-state holders typically apply for endorsement and may sit for an exam.
Which code is Connecticut currently enforcing?
Connecticut is currently on the 2023 NEC. Make sure your CE courses cover the current code year.

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