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Overview & Benefits

Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam Prep Services & Materials

In Alabama, an Electrical Journeyman is licensed to install electrical wiring, apparatus, or equipment lighting, heating, or power or control systems as defined by the Board as Electrical Work. A Journeyman shall work under a Master Electrician or State-Certified Electrical Contractor and shall be capable of doing work according to plans and specifications furnished to them in accordance with standard rules and regulations.

Becoming a licensed Electrical Journeyman may seem like a daunting task, but at Contractor Training Center, we offer everything you need to pass the Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam and obtain your license from the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board!

To prepare for the Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam, you will need books and tabs as well as our exam prep course. We offer the option to purchase pre-tabbed and highlighted books, or you may purchase our online course with highlighting guides and prepare your books and tabs for the exam yourself. In addition to passing the exam, license candidates will need to submit a license application to the AECB for Board approval.

We can walk you through the licensing process from start to finish! Not sure what you need to do to get licensed? Book a Start-Up Consultation today!

What's on the Exam?

Overview of the Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam

Number of Questions Time Allowed
80 4 hours
Subject Area # of Questions
Conductors and Cables 10
Electrical Power 2
Fire Detection and Alarm Systems 2
General Electrical Knowledge 10
Grounding and Bonding 8
Illuminated Signs 2
Lighting 3
Low Voltage 2
Motors 6
Overcurrent Protection 5
Raceways and Boxes 10
Safety Information 5
Service, Feeders, and Branch Circuits 9
Special Occupancies and Equipment 6

You can see more about the exam on the Candidate Information Bulletin from Prov, linked here.

Exam Preparation

Preparing for the Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam

The Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam is designed to assess your knowledge of electrical codes, safety practices and standards, and ensure that aspiring journeyman electricians are competent to perform electrical work in the state of Alabama. The exam’s purpose is to ensure contractors understand and adhere to relevant laws and regulations. It is a four-hour open-book test consisting of 80 multiple-choice questions covering various topics, including fundamental electrical contracting concepts such as: 

  • Conductors and Cables 
  • Electrical Power 
  • Fire Detection and Alarm Systems 
  • General Electrical Knowledge 
  • Grounding and Bonding 
  • Illuminated Signs 
  • Lighting 
  • Low Voltage 
  • Motors 
  • Overcurrent Protection 
  • Raceways and Boxes 
  • Safety Information 
  • Service, Feeders, and Branch Circuits 
  • Special Occupancies and Equipment 

To pass the exam, you must achieve a score of 75% or higher. Effective preparation involves a thorough review of provided study materials and relevant Alabama state codes. Exam prep courses like the packages available through Contractor Training Center are considered vital for passing the exam the first time. 

Exam Prep Course

Our Alabama Electrical Journeyman exam prep course is an online, pre-recorded course that you can complete at your own time and pace. Course access is delivered digitally and is shared for 180 days after purchase.

Our online exam prep course includes videos discussing best practices for taking your exam, an explanation of electrical theories and topics, book highlighting instructions, practice test questions and answers, and a simulation practice exam with randomized questions, mirroring the features of the real exam at Prov.

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Book Bundle

The Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam is an open-book exam. You may bring the approved references into the exam with you. In a hurry to take your exam? We also offer exam-ready pre-tabbed and highlighted books, available here, to save you the time of tabbing and highlighting the book yourself.

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Tabs

Our exam prep tabs help mark the commonly referenced sections of the books used in the exam. Don't waste time flipping through your books in the timed exam - our tabs help you to be able to quickly reference important material in your books and move on to the next question without wasting valuable time.

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License Requirements

Licensing Requirements for Alabama Electrical Journeyman

The Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam is accepted for those who wish to obtain an Alabama Electrical Journeyman license in the state of Alabama. 

To apply to sit for the exam, you must have 8,000+ hours of experience working under a licensed Master Electrician or State Certified Electrical Contractor. Training must include how to install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, apparatuses, lighting, heating, and power. General knowledge of electrical equipment is also required.  

Once you pass the technical exam, you will be ready to submit your licensing application to the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board (AECB). This requires you to provide documentation of certain licensing requirements. You can visit our blog to read more about the requirements of becoming an Alabama Electrical Journeyman. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about the licensing process

How many times can I take the Electrical Contractor or Electrical Journeyman exams?

Once approved by the board the applicant has 90 days to sit for the exam. If an applicant does not pass the exam it can be taken again. Applicants are allowed to take the exam as many times as necessary within a two-year period upon payment of a new exam fee. The application will expire in two years from the initial approval date by the board. 

Where can I find more information about the Alabama Electrical Journeyman exam?

The most reliable source for accurate and up-to-date information is the official website of the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board.

How do I prepare for the Alabama Electrical Journeyman exam?

Study relevant Alabama state codes and take advantage of Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam prep packages available through Contractor Training Center.

What is a passing score for the Alabama Electrical Journeyman exam?

You need a score of 75% or higher to pass.

What is the format of the Alabama Electrical Journeyman exam?

The exam consists of 80 multiple-choice questions to complete in an allotted four hours.

Is the Alabama Electrical Journeyman exam open-book or closed-book?

It's open-book. You are allowed to bring specified reference materials with you.

What topics are covered on the Alabama Electrical Journeyman exam?

Key topics covered on the Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam include knowledge of electrical work concepts, electrical codes and safety practices.The exam’s purpose is to ensure those performing electrical work understand and adhere to relevant laws and regulations.