Alabama Electrical Contractor Exam Prep Courses & Reference Materials

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We're all in on your success. If you don't pass your Alabama Electrical Contractor exam on the first try, we'll extend your course access and provide extra support to help you prepare for the next attempt — at no additional cost.

Free 6-month extensions available with proof of exam failure and an exam attempt within 6 months of purchase. $150 fee applies otherwise.

What's on the Alabama Electrical Contractor Exam

Alabama requires all journeyman and electrical contractors to obtain a license through the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board. The Electrical Contractor exam combines 30 business and law questions with 80 technical questions on topics such as grounding and bonding, conductors and cables, raceways and boxes, motors, overcurrent protection, and services, feeders, and branch circuits. Candidates can choose between this exam and the NASCLA Master/Unlimited Electrical Contractor exam.

110 Total Questions
75% Passing Score
300 min Time Allowed
Open book Exam Format
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Exam Content Areas

Subject Area # of Questions
Business and Law: Business Organization 1
Business and Law: Risk Management 2
Business and Law: Project Management 2
Business and Law: Estimating 4
Business and Law: Safety and Environmental 2
Business and Law: Labor Laws 3
Business and Law: Payroll and Employment Taxes 4
Business and Law: Financial Management 4
Business and Law: Contracts 3
Business and Law: Lien Laws 1
Business and Law: Licensing Laws 4
General Electrical Knowledge 10
Grounding and Bonding 9
Conductors and Cables 10
Raceways and Boxes 8
Special Occupancies and Equipment 4
Electrical Power 3
Motors 6
Low Voltage 2
Lighting 3
Illuminated Signs 2
Fire Detection and Alarm Systems 2
Safety Information 5
Overcurrent Protection 6
Service, Feeders, and Branch Circuits 10
Total 110

RESOURCES & REQUIREMENTS

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For full details on registration, testing policies, and exam locations, see the ProV Candidate Information Bulletin for the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board and the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board.

For a complete walkthrough of the licensing process, read our guide How to Become an Electrician in Alabama.

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  1. Study the right material with exam-aligned content. Master the concepts and references tested on the Alabama Electrical Contractor Exam with focused lessons, practice questions, and study materials built around the current exam blueprint.
  2. Practice like it's test day with realistic exam simulations. Build confidence and identify knowledge gaps with practice exams that mirror the format, timing, and pressure of the actual Alabama Electrical Contractor Exam.
  3. Find answers faster using tabbed and highlighted references. Save valuable exam time with reference books organized for fast navigation. Pre-tabbed and highlighted book sets (or DIY tabbing guides) let you locate key information quickly during the open-book exam.
  4. Follow a proven study plan designed for busy professionals. Know exactly what to study and when. A step-by-step study plan helps you stay on track, maximize study time, and prepare efficiently around work and life commitments.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • It's administered by ProV, under contract with the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board.

  • The exam has 110 questions: 30 business and law and 80 technical.

  • The passing score is 75% (about 83 correct).

  • You are allowed 5 hours (300 minutes).

  • Yes. It's an open-book exam. The approved references are the Alabama Supplement to the Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management (2014), American Electrician's Handbook (17th edition), the NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management (13th or 14th edition), and the 2023 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).

  • Yes. The Alabama Electrical Contractors Board reviews applications quarterly. Once approved, the Board notifies you that you may contact ProV to schedule, and you can test within 90 days of the approval date.

  • You submit a retake form and another exam fee to the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board before you can test again. The retake form is available on the Board's website.

  • Yes. Electrical Contractor candidates must also pass the Alabama Electrical Contractor Business and Law exam.

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