Continuing Education Rules by State
Maine
Until Maine adopts the 2020 code, you can show proof of completing the 2017 NEC Update if you are audited. Maine's current intent is to adopt and make effective the 2020 National Electrical Code no sooner than May 31, 2021.
Massachusetts
Electricians are on the same license renewal schedule of every three years. The next renewal date is July 31, 2022; you have until that license renewal date to take the 15-hour NEC Update. Massachusetts has adopted the NEC 2020.
New Hampshire
You must complete 2020 NEC Update before June 30, 2021. New Hampshire has not adopted the NEC 2020 yet. It is uncertain when NH will adopt the 2020 NEC, but it should happen no later than 2022.
Vermont
Vermont extended continuing education requirements for electricians with licenses expiring after March 30, 2020 until September 30, 2020.
Until Maine adopts the 2020 code, you can show proof of completing the 2017 NEC Update if you are audited. Maine's current intent is to adopt and make effective the 2020 National Electrical Code no sooner than May 31, 2021.
Massachusetts
Electricians are on the same license renewal schedule of every three years. The next renewal date is July 31, 2022; you have until that license renewal date to take the 15-hour NEC Update. Massachusetts has adopted the NEC 2020.
New Hampshire
You must complete 2020 NEC Update before June 30, 2021. New Hampshire has not adopted the NEC 2020 yet. It is uncertain when NH will adopt the 2020 NEC, but it should happen no later than 2022.
Vermont
Vermont extended continuing education requirements for electricians with licenses expiring after March 30, 2020 until September 30, 2020.