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You do not need a degree. You need to be licensed electricians, then get licensing as electrical contractors in your state. If you two are electricians, then you should know your state's licensing requirements & have them already. If you are not licensed electricians, there is NO way you can get involved in this. Takes years of training & experience before you can hope to sit contractor's exams & qualify for contractor's license. Usually states require a certain number of years of experience as licensed electrician before beginning process to become licensed electrical contractor.

Unlicensed work is illegal! The only way to legally accept and complete any significant contracting work in your state is to get licensed. Each state has got different licensing requirements; in general, you will have to pass an exam and then fill your state's contractors (license) application. This process may include fingerprinting, credit check, and documenting your personal and business information.