8 Hour 2023 NEC Changes Electrical Renewal - Suffolk County

Course Description

8 Hour 2023 NEC Changes Electrical Renewal Online – Suffolk County

Approved by New York – Suffolk County – Consumer Affairs – Administration Labor, Licensing, and Consumer Affairs ✅
Only $69 | Instant Certificate | 100% Online & Self-Paced

Stay licensed and up to code with this Suffolk County–approved 8-hour continuing education course covering the most important changes in the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC). The class is 100% online and self-paced, lets you log in and out anytime without losing your place, and includes an instant certificate the moment you finish. Backed by a money-back guarantee and over 10 years serving trades professionals. Support by call or text: 1-800-698-2770.


Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for Suffolk County (NY) electrical licensees who need the full 8 hours toward renewal, including:

  • Master Electricians

  • Electrical Inspectors

  • Restricted Electricians (RE1, RE3, RE4, RE5) who prefer an 8-hour comprehensive update (note: Restricted licensees are only required to complete 4 hours per cycle—see “Renewal Requirements” below).


Suffolk County CE & Renewal — What to Know

  • Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.

  • CE requirement per cycle:

    • Master Electricians & Electrical Inspectors: 8 hours total (this course fulfills the entire requirement).

    • Restricted Electricians (RE1/RE3/RE4/RE5): 4 hours total (you may take one of our 4-hour options; completing 8 hours is acceptable but not required).


How to Renew (Step-by-Step)

Step 1 — Complete Your CE

  • Masters/Inspectors: take this 8-hour 2023 NEC course.

  • Restricted: complete 4 hours (see Related Courses below for 4-hour options).

Step 2 — Finish Online & Get Your Certificate

  • 100% self-paced on any device.

  • Instant certificate available for download immediately after completion.

Step 3 — We Report to the County

  • We submit your completion to Suffolk County within 24 hours.

Step 4 — Renew Your License with the County

  • File your renewal and keep your certificate for your records.


What You’ll Learn — Course Outline (8 Hours Total)

Section 1 (2 Hours): Introduction to the 2023 NEC & Code-Wide Changes

  1. NEC 3-year code cycle and how updates impact field work

  2. Why the 2023 changes matter for safety and efficiency

  3. New and updated definitions (Article 100)

  4. Code-wide clarity/consistency revisions

  5. Grounding & bonding updates (Article 250)

  6. Article 110 changes: working space and access to equipment

  7. Conductor ampacity calculation updates

  8. Expanded AFCI/GFCI protection

  9. New load calculations & demand factors for dwellings and commercial properties

Section 2 (2 Hours): Residential Electrical System Changes

  1. Additional GFCI locations in homes

  2. Outdoor emergency disconnects for dwelling units (230.85)

  3. Service-equipment working-space modifications

  4. Expanded GFPE coverage for larger residential equipment

  5. Dwelling receptacle spacing/placement changes (rooms, garages, basements)

  6. Energy efficiency & smart home monitoring provisions

  7. 210.52 kitchen receptacle spacing adjustments

  8. 406 updates for tamper-resistant receptacles

  9. Surge protection expansion (NEC 242)

  10. EV charging requirements for homes

Section 3 (2 Hours): Commercial & Industrial Updates

  1. Expanded GFCI/AFCI in non-dwelling settings

  2. Arc-energy reduction (240.87) for breakers >1,200A

  3. Emergency disconnects in commercial locations (Article 225 updates)

  4. Parallel conductors changes (Article 310)

  5. Industrial control panels: UL 508A / NEC 409 alignment

  6. Service-equipment labeling enhancements

  7. Outdoor & rooftop equipment installation rules (HVAC disconnect placement, accessibility)

  8. Commercial lighting load calc updates (Article 220)

  9. Electrical-room accessibility & working spaces

  10. Integrating energy storage & microgrids in commercial installations

Section 4 (2 Hours): Wiring Methods & Equipment Installation

  1. New ampacity/derating considerations

  2. Expanded approvals for specific wiring methods (conduit/cable)

  3. Underground installations: depth and material updates

  4. Flexible conduit usage revisions

  5. Raceway sealing & fire protection requirements

  6. Cable/conduit support & securing (NEC 300 updates)

  7. Conductors in wet locations (310.10)

  8. MC/AC cable uses in commercial applications

  9. PV system wiring & conduit placement (Article 690)

  10. Updated bonding & grounding provisions for wiring methods


Why Choose 1st Choice CE?

✅ County-Approved Course
✅ Only $69 — No hidden fees
100% Online & Mobile Friendly
Self-Paced — Log in/out anytime
Instant Certificate
We Report to the County Within 24 Hours
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10+ Years Serving Electricians
Live Support by Call or Text — 1-800-698-2770


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The fastest, most affordable way to complete your Suffolk County electrical CE with a current-cycle NEC update. Approved, online, and trusted by thousands.

 

Course Details

• New York- Suffolk County
• 8 Credit Hours.
• Instant Access - Online Course.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Certificate emailed immediately upon completion.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.

Features

•New York - Suffolk County Approved Provider
•Instant Access.
•Renew your License Today.
•Study At Your Own Pace, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
•Receive your certificate immediately after completion.
•Simple layout, easy to follow.
•No hidden fees