How to get a alarm / low-voltage contractor license in North Carolina
North Carolina alarm / low-voltage contractor licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- Licensing Process | NC DAC ### Getting an Alarm System License Follow the steps below to obtain an Alarm Systems Business License from the Alarm Systems Licensing Board.
- Note that license applicants are responsible for complying with NCGS 74-D and the Board's administrative rules and regulations, 14B NC AC 17.
- #### Requirements for License Applicants: - At least 18 years of age with a high school degree or equivalent.
- Board page: Licensing Process | NC DAC
Requirements overview
- North Carolina sets experience, education, and exam rules for alarm / low-voltage contractor applicants
- Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
- Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
- Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply
Exam
- See the North Carolina low-voltage exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
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Renewals
- Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
- Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit
Related: Exam · Renewal and CE
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