Connecticut Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor License
The Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor License allows you to work on any system, and the voltage is not to exceed forty-eight volts or eight amperes limited to:
- Low voltage
- Alarm or signal work
- Telephone-interconnect
- Audio and sound systems
How to Get the Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor’s License in Connecticut?
- Visit the CT Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) website to read the eligibility criteria, prerequisites, and documentation requirements for obtaining a Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor License. Follow the process held in the DCP Electrical License and in the Electrical Contractor Information
- Meet the necessary education requirements requested by the DCP
- Required courses for high school graduation or GED test
- Have held a CT Journeyperson's license for a total of two (2) years prior to applying
- Apply online, by visiting the State of Connecticut's eLicense website or send the Occupational Trade Contractor License Application to the DCP official email address
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the following documents:- Criminal Conviction Worksheet, when requested
- Copy of respective Connecticut Journeyperson license for a minimum of two (2) years before the application
- Receipt for payment of the non-refundable application fee by check and/or money order to the "Treasurer, State of Connecticut"
- For military service experience and training related to this application, contact the CT Department of Labor at (860) 263-6128 to request a recommendation
- When applying for equivalent experience and training, including all documentation that demonstrates experience and training for this license type:
- For Limited Electrical (C-5) license equivalency, applicants holding out-of-state license(s) shall provide:
- Copy of each equivalent out-of-state electrical license, currently active
- Proof of successfully completed registered Apprenticeship Program from the DOL, including on the job training (OJT) and related instruction, indicated in the Limited Electrical (C-5) contractor equivalency chart plus an additional two years of work history
- For Limited Electrical (C-5) license equivalency, applicants holding out-of-state license(s) shall provide:
- Schedule the Limited Electrical (C-5) administered by PSI© in the desired location and time and pay the examination fee after receiving the DCP examination approval (the exam must be taken within one year from the date of approval):
- Take and pass the Limited Electrical (C-5) and the Business and Law exams
- If both exams are passed, submit the license fee along with the exam passing score results to obtain the official contractor license
- Await the official Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor License issued by the Department of Consumer Protection
Connecticut Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor License Exam Prep Courses
Connecticut Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor License Exams
Below is all the information related to the trade and Business and Law exams, including the official reference lists.
Connecticut Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor Trade Exam
- Testing Method: Computer-based testing; open book
- Testing Company: PSI©
- Number of Questions: 70
- Types of Questions: Multiple choice
- Time Allowed: 140 Minutes
- Minimum Passing Score: 70%
- Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
- Data and Telecommunications (12)
- Video Systems - CCTV/CATV (7)
- Sound and A/V Systems (7)
- Security Systems (6)
- Fire Systems (5)
- Codes and Standards (23)
- General Knowledge, Theory, Definitions (5)
- Safety (5)
- PSI© Limited Electrical (C-5) Official Content Outline
Connecticut Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor Business and Law Exam
- Testing Method: Computer-based testing; open book
- Testing Company: PSI©
- Number of Questions: 50
- Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
- Time Allowed: 2 Hours
- Minimum Passing Score: 70%
- Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
- Licensing (5)
- Estimating and Bidding (7)
- Lien Law (2)
- Financial Management (4)
- Tax Laws (5)
- Labor Laws (5)
- Project Management (5)
- Contracts (6)
- Business Organization (2)
- Risk Management (4)
- Environmental and Safety (5)
- PSI© Business and Law Official Content Outline
Connecticut Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor Book Set
This set of books includes all required references for the Limited Electrical (C-5) and Business and Law exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.
CONNECTICUT LIMITED ELECTRICAL (C-5) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS
Sales price: $1,391.82-
CONNECTICUT LIMITED ELECTRICAL (C-5) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS
Sales price: $1,491.82
Connecticut Limited Electrical (C-5) Contractor Exam Books
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14th edition of the Telecommunications Distri...Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manua
r831 1$548.76$548.76 -
The world's most widely adopted safety code, ...NFPA 70 National Electrical Code 2020
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This Live Sound Reinforcement book outlines a...Live Sound Reinforcement
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The National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, N...NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Cod
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NFPA 720, Standard for the Installation of C...NFPA 720 Standard for the Installation of Car
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Ugly's Electrical References, 2020 Edition is...Uglys Electrical References
r303 1$31.65$31.65 -
The new edition of this high-level profession...CCTV Networking and Digital Technology
r926 1$49.75$49.75 -
This Guide address all the latest development...Data Voice and Video Cabling
r634 1$123.46$123.46 -
OSHA (CFR 29 Part 1926) is the leading safety...CFR (OSHA) Title 29 Part 1926 (1903 1904 1910
r84 1$30.00$30.00 -
ANSI/BICSI N1 describes minimum requirements ...ANSI/BICSI N1-2019
r953 1$50.19$50.19
Connecticut Limited Electrical (C-5) Business and Law Exam Book
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NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and...Connecticut NASCLA Contractors Guide to Busin
r1084 1$116.42$116.42