The following references are recommended for the South Carolina Residential Electrician exam. Please note that to become a licensed contractor, the business and law exam must also be passed.
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NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (NEC) Paperback, 2017 Edition
$208.99View ProductThe code you—and the world—depend on to keep pace with ever-evolving electrical hazards and challenges.
NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®), is the authoritative document addressing electrical installations in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The NEC is revised every three years to stay in sync with industry practices, emerging trends, and the development and introduction of technologies to provide comprehensive rules for designers, installers, inspectors, engineers, electricians, and anyone else who works in the electrical industry. The code is organized for ease of use.
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Ugly’s Electrical References, 2026 Edition
$32.99View ProductUgly’s Electrical References, 2026 Edition is the essential on-the-job reference tool for electrical industry professionals.
The 2026 Edition provides the most pertinent, up-to-date information used by electricians, including updated NEC code and table change information; mathematical formulas; NEMA wiring configurations; conduit bending guide; ampacity and conduit fill information; transformer and control circuit wiring diagrams; and conversion tables.
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South Carolina Residential Code 2021 Edition
$183.99View ProductThe South Carolina Residential Code 2021 Edition is the state’s official construction code for residential buildings, effective statewide as of January 1, 2023. It is based on the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), with state-specific amendments adopted by the South Carolina Building Codes Council.
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South Carolina Residential Electrician Tab Pack
$32.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for some references allowed to be used during the exam.
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South Carolina Electrical Online Exam Prep (Residential) Complete Package
$832.94View ProductThe South Carolina Electrical Exam Prep Complete Package includes all reference used during the exam, pre-printed tabs for all references allowed in during the exam and 365 days access to our online exam prep course. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.


