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Board of Electrical Examinations FAQ

Do you offer special testing accommodations?

Yes. Please click on this form 
 

Electrical Examination Special Accommodation Request

Form to request special accommodations in electrical examination

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Fill out this accommodation request

It must be filled out in its entirety and approved by the Board before an 

accommodation can be made. If you have further questions, please contact the Board Secretary.

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What should I do if I don't have letters of experience?

Please call the board secretary for further assistance. You may have to present your case to the Board, in which case, a 

board hearing will have to be submitted.

Board Hearing Request Form

A Form for requesting a hearing before the Board of Electrical Examiners

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Schedule a sspecial hearing

Please have all pertinent information at hand when calling, or visiting the office.

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If I originally or previously held my license(s) in Detroit, but now reside in another city, can I still renew my License(s) in Detroit?

No. If you reside outside the City of Detroit, you must renew your License(s) with the State of Michigan or Grand Rapids.

How do I request a hearing before the board?

A Board Hearing Request form must be submitted before a hearing can be granted.

Board Hearing Request Form

A Form for requesting a hearing before the Board of Electrical Examiners

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Click here for the form.

Once submitted, the Board will review your Hearing Request Application at the next scheduled Board meeting. The Board's written decision will be sent to you via certified mail. If you have any further questions, please contact the Board secretary  here.  

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Marian Swint
Secretary

Can you recommend an exam prep course?

The Electrical Inspection Division cannot recommend exam prep courses. However, the State of Michigan's Electrical Division offers an

Michigan Electrical Administrative Board Approved Exam Prep and Re-Exam Courses
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Michigan Electrical Administrative Board Approved Exam Prep and Re-Exam Courses

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approved exam prep course list

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I'm renewing my apprentice registration, what documentation do I need?

The following is required EVERY year you renew your Apprentice Registration:
1. An 

Electrical Apprentice Trade Application

Application for Electrical Apprentice program.

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Apprentice Registration Form

2. A notarized letter from your current employer(s)
3. Proof of residency (current and valid Michigan's Driver's License or State of MI ID)
4. Proof of actively participating in an approved Apprentice Training Program
If you have further questions, please contact the Electrical Division clerical staff at 313-628-2661

My license has expired, how do I renew it?

If your license has been expired for three years or more, you will have to re-test to obtain the license. You may either call the clerical staff or come to the Electrical Division for further assistance. Please have all documentation available when calling or visiting the Electrical Division office. If it has been two years or less, please call the clerical staff for further assistance. Please note the late fee will apply for those less than the three year expiration date. The clerical staff may be reached at 313-628-2661.

I recently took an electrical exam, when will I find out the results?

Electrical exam results will be sent to you in writing once scored by the Examiner. 
TEST RESULTS WILL NOT BE GIVEN OVER THE TELEPHONE.

I'm a new appentice and have to enroll in a training program.

TODO use contact info objects here.

Please contact the Electrical Division at 313-628-2661 with your choice of school(s) for further assistance. Or, you may also contact the State of Michigan Electrical Licensing Division at (517) 241-9316. For approved State of Michigan approved training programs, please visit the 

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What is the format and/or time limit of the exams?

For a breakdown of the Master and Journeyman exams, please see 

Master and Journeyman Exam Breakdown
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Master and Journeyman Exam Breakdown

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Master and Journeyman exam breakdown

.  For the breakdown of the Contractor exam, please see 

Electrical Licensing Procedure Manual
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Information about the format and procedures used in the electrical licensing examination.

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electrical contractor exam breakdown

. For further information, please see the

Electrical Licensing Procedure Manual
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Information about the format and procedures used in the electrical licensing examination.

Document file
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Electrical Licensing Procedure Manual

 here.

Are passports acceptable ID?

No. The acceptable forms of identification are current and valid State of Michigan Driver's License or State of Michigan ID.

I've been contracted to do work in the City of Detoit, but my company is located outside the state of Michigan. How do I register to do work within the City of Detroit?

The most expedient way is to register your company with the State of Michigan's Electrical Division. Once you have obtained a State of Michigan Electrical Contractor's Registration, you can then register with the City of Detroit. Click here for information on Registering in the City of Detroit . For further information on obtaining a State Registration, please contact the State of Michigan Electrical Division at (517) 241-9320.

Is my license/apprentice registration valid outside the City of Detroit?

Yes. City of Detroit Licenses and Apprentice Registrations are valid within the State of Michigan and are equivalent to those issued by the State of Michigan and Grand Rapids.

What electrical code(s) are the exams based on?

Journeyman and Master exams are based on the 2011 National Electrical Code. The Contractor's exam is based on the 2008 National Electrical Code.

I've failed the Journeyman or Master exam twice and I now have a one year wait. Where can I find the required approved code and/or theory course(s)?

Please 

Michigan Electrical Administrative Board Approved Exam Prep and Re-exm Courses
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Michigan Electrical Administrative Board Approved Exam Prep and Re-exm Courses

Document file
/sites/training.detroitmi/files/2018-02/PREP-REEXAM_COURSE_LIST_FOR_WEB_9_2016_548425_7_0.pdf
click here

for a listing of State of Michigan approved exam and re-exam courses.

Where can I find the acts and rules that encompass the exam(s)?

The Public Acts and Rules are available for download under the Board's Rules and Public Acts icon, or click here for the State of Michigan Electrical Division website and look under "Administrative Rules & Public Acts" on the upper left hand side of the page.