NASCLA Journeyman Electrician Contractor Exam Books & Course Rental

Prepare for the NASCLA Journeyman Electrical open-book exam with a complete rental package that combines the required reference books with an online trade exam prep course. This package is designed for candidates who want organized access to the exam references without purchasing every book individually.

The NASCLA Journeyman Electrician Contractor Exam Books & Course Rental includes seven electrical code, workplace safety, fire alarm, field reference, and electrical theory books. The eligible trade books are highlighted and permanently tabbed to support more efficient study and faster reference navigation during open-book preparation.

The package also includes 6 months of course access. The online trade course provides organized study guidance, practice-oriented preparation, electrical code review, safety review, theory reinforcement, and reference-navigation support. Candidates can study the course material while working directly with the same rental references they plan to use during the exam.

This rental option is intended for students who need the full reference set for a defined preparation period. The books must be returned in similar condition within six months for the $500 deposit to be refundable. Candidates should protect the books from water damage, missing pages, excessive writing, removed tabs, torn covers, and other damage that changes the condition of the rental set.

Because the books are prepared with permanent tabs and highlighting, please allow 15 business days for the rental package to be tabbed and highlighted. Candidates should consider this preparation period when selecting an exam date and creating a study schedule.

This package provides a practical way to combine book-based preparation with online instruction. Instead of studying from disconnected resources, candidates can work through the course while learning where important information is located in the National Electrical Code, OSHA regulations, NFPA standards, field references, and electrical theory material.

Highlighting can help important provisions stand out during study. Permanent tabs can make major chapters, sections, and reference areas easier to locate. These features are most useful when candidates practice with the books consistently and become familiar with the tab arrangement before exam day.

The prepared books do not replace studying or trade experience. Candidates still need to understand electrical systems, recognize the subject being tested, choose the correct reference, locate the applicable requirement, review exceptions and notes, and apply the information accurately.

Exam Details

The NASCLA Journeyman Electrical exam evaluates knowledge associated with journeyman-level electrical work. Preparation should include electrical installation requirements, workplace safety, electrical theory, calculations, wiring methods, wiring protection, equipment, fire alarm systems, plans, specifications, testing, and troubleshooting.

A major part of preparation involves the National Electrical Code. Candidates should understand how to navigate the code and how general requirements interact with rules for specific equipment, occupancies, systems, and installation conditions.

Common areas of electrical code study include branch circuits, feeders, services, conductors, overcurrent protection, grounding, bonding, raceways, cables, boxes, fittings, motors, transformers, equipment installation, special occupancies, special equipment, emergency systems, and communication systems.

Electrical safety preparation should include both OSHA regulations and NFPA 70E. Candidates should be able to distinguish between construction-industry requirements, general-industry requirements, and electrical safety-related work practices.

Electrical theory remains important even though the exam is open book. Candidates should review voltage, current, resistance, power, series circuits, parallel circuits, alternating-current principles, transformers, motors, formulas, and common electrical calculations.

Testing and troubleshooting preparation should focus on systematic problem-solving. Candidates may need to recognize likely electrical faults, select appropriate testing methods, interpret circuit behavior, and identify safe corrective actions.

Plans and specifications may require candidates to interpret electrical symbols, schedules, notes, equipment information, circuit designations, conductor details, and written project requirements. Study should include both technical knowledge and the ability to locate supporting information in the permitted references.

Open Book Test

The NASCLA Journeyman Electrical exam is an open-book test. Candidates are responsible for bringing the permitted references and following all current examination rules governing books, tabs, highlighting, calculators, identification, and testing procedures.

An open-book format does not mean candidates can depend on searching every answer from the beginning. Time can be lost quickly when a student does not know which book applies, where the subject is located, or how a requirement should be interpreted.

The highlighted and tabbed rental books are intended to support more efficient navigation. Highlighting helps useful provisions, tables, definitions, and safety requirements stand out. Permanent tabs make it easier to move to major sections without repeatedly searching through the full publication.

Candidates should use the books throughout the entire six-month course-access period. Regular use helps students learn the layout of each publication, understand the purpose of each reference, and develop a repeatable method for locating answers.

A practical open-book process is to identify the subject of the question, select the most likely reference, use the index or tabs to locate the section, read the complete requirement, check for exceptions or table notes, and confirm the answer before moving forward.

Testing rules can change, and candidates are responsible for reviewing the current candidate information before exam day. All references should remain compliant with the testing provider’s requirements.

Licensing Steps

Passing the NASCLA Journeyman Electrical exam does not automatically issue a license. Licensing authority remains with the state or local agency responsible for the credential the candidate is seeking.

1. Choose the licensing jurisdiction. Identify the state, county, city, or regulatory agency where you plan to apply.
2. Confirm exam acceptance. Verify that the agency accepts the NASCLA Journeyman Electrical exam for the intended license classification.
3. Review eligibility requirements. Determine whether the jurisdiction requires documented work experience, apprenticeship completion, classroom education, employer verification, or other qualifications.
4. Complete the required application. Submit the forms and supporting documents required for examination approval or licensing eligibility.
5. Obtain the correct references. Use the rental package to access the listed books during preparation and for the permitted rental period.
6. Study with the online trade course. Use the 6 months of course access to organize code review, safety preparation, theory study, calculations, and reference navigation.
7. Schedule and take the exam. Follow all current registration, identification, calculator, security, and reference-book rules.
8. Submit the passing result. Complete the process required by the accepting licensing agency.
9. Finish the licensing application. Submit any remaining fees, experience records, supporting documents, or other jurisdiction-specific requirements.
10. Return the rental books. Return the books in similar condition within six months to qualify for the refundable $500 deposit.

State Requirements

Journeyman electrician licensing requirements vary by jurisdiction. A state or local agency may establish its own experience standards, education requirements, application procedures, license classifications, fees, renewal rules, and continuing education obligations.

An agency may accept the NASCLA exam while still requiring the applicant to complete additional licensing steps. These requirements may include documenting electrical work experience, providing employer verification, submitting apprenticeship records, completing an application, and paying jurisdiction-specific fees.

Some locations regulate journeyman electricians through a statewide agency. Others use city, county, or municipal licensing systems. Candidates should identify the exact jurisdiction and license classification before registering for the exam.

A passing NASCLA exam result should not be treated as a national electrician license. The receiving licensing authority reviews the complete application and determines whether the candidate satisfies all applicable requirements.

Reference Books

• National Electrical Code, 2023
  Included Rental Book: The 2023 National Electrical Code contains requirements for electrical installations, including wiring and protection, wiring methods, equipment, special occupancies, special equipment, special conditions, and communication systems.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR 1926 - OSHA Construction Industry Regulations
  Included Rental Book: This OSHA reference addresses federal safety requirements for construction activities, including workplace hazards, employee protection, electrical safety, and safe jobsite practices.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR 1910 - OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Standards
  Included Rental Book: This publication contains federal occupational safety and health standards for general industry, including workplace conditions, equipment, electrical hazards, and employer responsibilities.
• NFPA 70E - Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2024
  Included Rental Book: NFPA 70E addresses electrical safety-related work practices, shock protection, arc-flash protection, approach boundaries, personal protective equipment, risk assessment, and energized work considerations.
• Ugly’s Electrical References, 2023
  Included Rental Book: This compact field reference provides electrical formulas, tables, conversions, conductor information, motor data, and practical electrical reference material.
• NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2022 Edition
  Included Rental Book: NFPA 72 contains requirements for fire alarm systems, signaling systems, initiating devices, notification appliances, emergency communications, inspection, and testing.
• Understanding Electrical Theory for NEC Applications
  Included Rental Book: This reference connects electrical theory with practical NEC applications and supports review of voltage, current, resistance, power, circuits, formulas, and calculations.

Exam Room Approved Books

This rental package includes the seven references identified for the NASCLA Journeyman Electrical open-book exam:

• National Electrical Code, 2023
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR 1926 - OSHA Construction Industry Regulations
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR 1910 - OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Standards
• NFPA 70E - Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2024
• Ugly’s Electrical References, 2023
• NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2022 Edition
• Understanding Electrical Theory for NEC Applications

Candidates should review the current examination bulletin before test day to confirm reference editions, book-preparation rules, and testing-center requirements.

Highlighted and Tabbed Rental Books

The eligible books in this rental package are highlighted and permanently tabbed before shipment. The preparation is intended to support study organization and improve navigation through major reference sections.

Highlighting can help candidates identify useful provisions, definitions, tables, formulas, and safety requirements. Permanent tabs can reduce the time needed to locate major sections during practice and the open-book exam.

The books remain rental property and must be protected during the six-month rental period. Candidates should not remove tabs, add excessive markings, tear pages, damage bindings, expose the books to liquids, or make alterations that prevent the set from being returned in similar condition.

Please allow 15 business days for the books to be tabbed and highlighted. This preparation period should be considered when selecting an exam date. Ordering early provides more time to receive the books, become familiar with the tab system, and use the full course-access period effectively.

Rental Deposit and Return Terms

The package price is $895, plus a $500 refundable book deposit, for a total initial payment of $1,395.

The $500 deposit is refundable when the rental books are returned in similar condition within six months. The six-month return period allows candidates to study with the complete reference set while using the included online trade course.

Students should keep all seven books together and store them in a clean, dry location. Returning the complete set in similar condition protects deposit eligibility and ensures the books remain usable.

Shipping and return arrangements should be completed within the six-month rental period. Candidates should plan ahead rather than waiting until the final day to begin the return process.

Test Information and Study Materials

The included course and books support a preparation plan based on technical review, code navigation, safety study, calculations, and timed practice. Students should work through the course while keeping the rental books nearby for direct reference.

For NEC study, practice using the index, table of contents, definitions, articles, tables, exceptions, and cross-references. Review conductors, branch circuits, feeders, services, grounding, bonding, overcurrent protection, wiring methods, equipment, motors, transformers, special installations, and communication systems.

For safety preparation, compare the OSHA construction standards, OSHA general industry standards, and NFPA 70E. Learn which reference applies to construction work, general workplace conditions, or electrical safety-related work practices.

For electrical theory, practice formulas and calculations involving voltage, current, resistance, power, series circuits, parallel circuits, transformers, motors, and common trade applications. Focus on understanding the problem before selecting a formula.

Timed practice is important. Arrange the books as they will be used during the exam, answer mixed questions, and track how quickly information can be located. Review incorrect answers to determine whether the issue involved technical knowledge, code interpretation, navigation, or calculation accuracy.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps candidates prepare through organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented learning, and structured reference navigation. This package combines the required rental books with 6 months of course access, giving students a coordinated way to prepare for the NASCLA Journeyman Electrical open-book exam.

The online trade course helps candidates organize code review, electrical theory, safety standards, calculations, troubleshooting, and exam-reference practice. Students can study a subject in the course and then locate the related requirements in the included books.

Highlighted and tabbed references support a more efficient study routine. Candidates can become familiar with the arrangement of the books, identify frequently used sections, and practice moving between publications under timed conditions.

The goal is to build confidence through consistent preparation. 1 Exam Prep does not guarantee a passing score, licensing approval, or a particular examination outcome. The package provides the materials and study structure needed for focused preparation.

Are the books included as rentals?

Yes. The package includes seven rental reference books for the NASCLA Journeyman Electrical open-book exam.

How much does the package cost?

The package price is $895, plus a $500 refundable book deposit. The total initial payment is $1,395.

How is the $500 deposit refunded?

The $500 deposit is refundable when the books are returned in similar condition within six months.

How long do I have access to the course?

The package includes 6 months of course access.

Are the rental books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. Eligible trade books are highlighted and permanently tabbed to support study and reference navigation.

How long does book preparation take?

Please allow 15 business days for the books to be tabbed and highlighted.

Is the NASCLA Journeyman Electrical exam open book?

Yes. The exam is open book, and candidates must follow current testing rules for permitted references and book preparation.

Do the books replace the online course?

No. The books and course are designed to work together. The books provide the reference material, while the course supports organized review and practice.

Does passing the exam automatically issue a license?

No. Candidates must still meet the licensing requirements established by the applicable state or local authority.

What condition must the books be in when returned?

The books must be returned in similar condition within six months for the $500 deposit to be refundable.