California General Electrician Certification: official sources

California's statewide individual electrician credential is the DIR/DLSE Electrician Certification, issued by the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement. The General Electrician category covers electrical work performed for an electrical contractor.

The Electrician Certification Unit has contracted with CPS HR Consulting to administer the certification examinations. Approved candidates schedule their appointments through Pearson VUE.

Source: California DIR/DLSE Electrician Certification Program, test information

Source: California DIR/DLSE Electrician Certification Program, fee schedule

The current Electrical Certification Candidate Information Bulletin publishes the General Electrician examination format and reference policy. The CSLB C-10 Electrical Contractor license is a separate contractor credential, not an electrician certification.

Use the current DIR/DLSE pages and candidate bulletin before applying or scheduling. This page does not replace DIR/DLSE eligibility, application, examination, or certification requirements.