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NENebraska12 CE hrs

Approved by the state · Course C02190334

Nebraska Electrical CE: 12 Hours With 2023 NEC Update

Nebraska electrical continuing education for license renewal: all 12 contact hours online, including a 7-hour 2023 NEC update and 5 hours of electrical electives. Approved course C02190334.

What you’ll cover

  • 2023 National Electrical Code Update
  • Electrical-Related Electives: Circuit Theory, Motors, Transformers and Blueprint Reading
  • Nebraska Requirements

For: Nebraska Electrical License

$96.9925 lessons · 100% online
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WIWisconsinPre-License12 hrs

Approved by DSPS · Course 963061

Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor Qualifier 12-Hour Initial Course

The 12-hour course Wisconsin requires before you can apply for your Dwelling Contractor Qualifier certification. DSPS-approved (course 963061), 100% online, with no separate state exam.

What you’ll cover

  • Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code: Foundations & Sitework
  • Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code: Framing & Building Envelope
  • Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code: Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical
  • Dwelling Contractor Laws & Qualifier Credential

For: Dwelling Contractor Qualifier

$99.9963 lessons · 100% online
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WYWyoming16 CE hrs

Approved by the state · Course WY-26-704C

Wyoming Electricians 16-Hour CE (2026 NEC)

Wyoming-approved 16-hour continuing education for electricians on the 2026 National Electrical Code: an 8-hour code update and an 8-hour code review, online and self-paced.

What you’ll cover

  • 2026 National Electrical Code: Code Update (Core)
  • National Electrical Code: Installation Requirements Review

For: Continuing education

$129.0055 lessons · 100% online
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