ICC/IAEI Electrical Inspector Joint Certification Program

ICC/IAEI Electrical Inspector certificate holders can expect to receive recognition in the U.S. nationally, experience increased job opportunities and improve mobility within the building safety industry.

International Code Council

Certification Exams

The exams are offered through the Code Council’s Proctored Remote Online Testing Option (PRONTO). Exams through PRONTO are offered 24/7, can be scheduled up to 90 minutes in advance and utilize advanced exam security features. Learn More

Access the exam catalog for pertinent exam info. Simply go to the catalog and search for the following exam titles:

  • E1 for the Residential Electrical Inspector
  • E2 for the Commercial Electrical Inspector
  • E3 for the Electrical Plans Examiner

Resources

Adopted in all 50 states, NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®) is part of the Code Council’s suite of codes and is the benchmark for safe electrical design, installation, and inspection to protect people and property from electrical hazards.

FAQs

  • I already hold an ICC Electrical Inspector certification, how do I obtain the ICC/IAEI Electrical Inspector Joint certification?

If you held an ICC Electrical Inspector certification prior to February 15, 2023 you have automatically been granted the new certificate. You can access your certifications in your myICC Dashboard by clicking My Certifications. From there, you will be able to download and print the new wall certificate and access your digital badge.

 

  • I already hold an IAEI Electrical Inspector certification, how do I obtain the ICC/IAEI Electrical Inspector Joint certification?

ICC will automatically transition current IAEI 2A, 2B, & 2C certifications by May 1, 2023.  Keep an eye out in your email for an email with the subject line: TAKE ACTION – NEW ICC CERTIFICATION and follow the instructions contained therein to access your account.

 

  • I have the IAEI certifications and have not received an email from ICC.  Who do I contact?

If it is after May 1, 2023 and your certification(s) with IAEI were current, please contact dwitherspoon@icccsafe.org.

If it is after May 1, 2023, and your certification(s) with IAEI were not current, please contact certrenewal@iccsafe.org.

 

  • What do I need to obtain the ICC/IAEI Electrical Inspector Joint Certification?

Pass one or more of the following examinations:

E1 - Residential Electrical Inspector

E2 - Commercial Electrical Inspector

E3 - Electrical Plans Examiner

 

  • Will I receive a wall certificate?

Yes, you will receive a digital wall certificate, which can be printed. The certificate can be found in your myICC account. Access from your myICC Dashboard by clicking My Certifications.

 

  • How do I renew this certification?

Your certificate needs to be renewed every three years, and during that time you’ll need to maintain Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to prepare for renewal. Learn More about renewal.