Required Books
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Proof of passing test results
Notarized proof of six years experience--either four years of work experience and completion of an approved training program (at least 576 hours of classroom training) or an additional two years of work experience.
Completed application
Application fee (prorated -- contact the office for fee schedule)
Color photo of applicant
Electricians install, repair and maintain power systems for commercial, industrial and residential buildings. Training to become a journeyman electrician typically takes about 4 years, and involves an apprenticeship and state licensing. In Kentucky, electricians must pass an exam, provide proof of work experience, and log at least 576 hours of classroom training. Additionally, electricians must understand blueprints and electrical codes.
Applications must be completed and sent to the Board with experience documentation, passing exam scores, a current photo and $100 fee.
Important Contacts
Kentucky will consider reciprocity on an individual basis.
The Kentucky Standard Journeyman Electrician exam is 80 multiple-coice questions, is open-book and has a 4 hour time limit.
The fee is $100.00
The testing company is ICC and administered through PearsonVue.
American Contractors offers a 1.5 day seminar to prepare individuals for the Kentucky Journeyman Electrician exam proctored by ICC. Please call to register! 800-992-1910
