Do I need a special permit to work as an electrician in Arizona?

It usually takes about 5 to 6 years. You'll spend 5 years as an apprentice, learning on the job and in classrooms. After that, you'll need some extra time to get ready for your license tests.

You need to finish high school or get a GED. It's helpful to be good at math and science, but you don't need special college degrees to start.

Yes, you need a license to work on your own. It's called a contractor's license. You get this after you meet the Registrar of Contractors' experience requirement and pass the Statutes and Rules Exam and an electrical trade exam.

You need to pass two tests. One is the Arizona Statutes and Rules Exam, which covers state contracting law and rules, and the other is an electrical trade exam. Both are part of applying for a license with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors.

In 2023, electricians in Arizona typically made about $28 per hour. But this can change depending on your experience and where you work in the state.