Below are requirements for continuing education and initial education provider for electricians for the 2026–2028 Code Cycle, as voted on by the subcommittee on Education on November 7, 2025. Differences from requirements in place for the current Code Cycle are currently subject to further approval.
Providership Application & Renewal: 2026–2028 Code Cycle
Below is an overview of the updated process and key changes for the 2026–2028 Code Cycle.
To make things easier for providers, Board members, and staff, any provider or program that was approved for the 2023–2025 Code Cycle and wants to renew without changes (other than updates for the new code cycle and MA Electrical Code Amendments) may now submit a short two-page renewal form instead of the full application.
You’ll still need to include required items such as:
- A Surety Bond
- CVs or resumes for any new instructors (Board staff will review instructors to make sure they meet CMR requirements)
This shorter renewal form replaces the old 50+ page PDF, saving time for everyone. If your program hasn’t changed, just submit the renewal form/attestation and the required documents.
Even if you are using the short renewal form, all providers are still responsible for reviewing and following the updated information in the new packet. These updates include:
- Student conduct policy
- Classroom ratios
- Standardized CE & IEP certificates
- Facility requirements
Key Changes for the 2026–2028 Cycle
CEP Programs and Certificates of Completion:
- Class size limits: Maximum of 100 students per in-person or live online (synchronous) class.
- If there are more than 50 students, a second instructor or administrator must be present for the whole class.
- All CEPs must use the Board-approved certificate included in the application packet.
- Certificates must be completed and signed by the instructor who taught the class.
- No other certificate templates may be used.
- For new providers, download the Continuing Education Provider Guidelines and review the full packet.
- For current CEP providers, download the Continuing Education Provider renewal application.
- Submit completed applications to the board by email at: electricians.board@mass.gov.
IEP Programs and Certificates of Completion:
- Class size limits: Maximum of 25 students per class with one instructor.
- If there are more than 25 students (up to 50), a second instructor or administrator must be present for the entire class.
- For new providers, download the Initial Education Provider Guidelines and review the full packet.
- For current IEP providers, download the Initial Education Provider renewal application.
- Submit completed applications to the board by email at: electricians.board@mass.gov.
- All IEP providers/schools must issue a certificate that captures all of the required elements in the sample given in the packet. IEPs may utilize their own certificates, provided all necessary/pertinent information is present.
Note: These standardized digital certificates help protect the integrity of the program and ensure accurate recordkeeping. CE providers must also send class rosters to the Board within 10 days of class completion, following all recordkeeping rules.
IOW CE Programs
The Board has updated its standards for any CEPs who wish to deliver the 6hr CE course to satisfy the Professional Development requirements for Inspectors of Wires (IOWs). The PDF below contains all required components & topics to be covered during a Board-approved 6hr. IOW Continuing Education Curriculum.
Those CEPs who wish to offer IOW CE, must submit the renewal application along with a syllabus/overview/outline of their program, and will be required to appear before the Education Subcommittee to answer any and all questions prior to approval.
- Download the MA Inspector of Wires 6-hour CE Curriculum Standards.
Note: All IOW CE courses must be offered in person. Applications and their supplemental documents must be sent to the Board’s email (electricians.board@mass.gov).