What happens if an applicant was unable to pass the examination?
An applicant may take the test as many times as he or she wishes. However, an applicant must wait at least 60 days from the release of test results before he or she may submit and application again and must make payment of the test fee each time the test is taken. What is the application process for an out-of-state applicant? An applicant must pass the examination before working in the field. How often must the certification be renewed? The certification must be renewed every three years. Will there be continuing education requirements? To obtain a renewed certification based on a three-year cycle, each electrician must complete 32 hours of code related training, and provide proof of 2000 on the job hours. Will the DAS issue a card to certified electricians? Certification cards will be issued to recipients of any of the approved classifications. What classifications will require certification? The following classifications will receive certifications under AB 931: • General Electrician
