Uniform Construction Code

The New Jersey State Uniform Construction Code requires candidates for licensure to complete specified educational programs. Licensing requirements are based on a combination of education, experience and tests.

For over 20 years, Essex County College has been offering state-required courses for licensing in the areas of building, electrical, fire, and plumbing code technology. Regulations for the Uniform Construction Code (NJAC 5:23-5.1(d)) have been adopted by the NJ Department of Community Affairs to ensure public safety, health and welfare insofar as they are affected by building construction. In order for the code to be enforced adequately and effectively, it has been determined that code officials need to have sufficient knowledge and competence to administer and interpret the code’s standards. This is best achieved through the creation of an education and training program and the development of licensing requirements.

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Licensing Requirements

The requirements for inspector licensing are specified for each of the four technical areas presently regulated by the Uniform Construction Code, which are:

• Building Code Technology
• Electrical Code Technology
• Fire Code Technology
• Plumbing Code Technology

Additional Information

• Uniform Construction Code Certificate
• Technical Studies Program: Uniform Construction Code Technology Option (A.A.S. Degree Program)

For more program information, please contact (973) 877-3175

Please call the N.J. Department of Community Affairs for information on specific requirements or licensing questions:

Education Unit (609) 984-7820

Licensing Unit (609) 984-7834