Getting your contractor license has never been easier
We have helped over 30,000 contractors to get licensed.
Contractor Training Center offers expert exam preparation, application assistance, and coaching services to help you get licensed as a contractor and succeed in the construction industry.
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What do we offer?
Complete guidance on your career journey in construction.
Contractor Exam Preparation
Ready to start taking on larger projects, building your credibility and making more money?
We make the contractor licensing process easy for aspiring general, electrical, and specialty contractors and residential/commercial builders. Whether you prefer a self-paced online course, a live virtual classroom, or in-person instruction, our contractor school has a program that fits your learning style and schedule. Our expert instructors and educational tools will teach you everything you need to know to pass your exam on your first try.
National NASCLA Exam Preparation
If you're looking to work in multiple states, we help you prepare for the NASCLA Exam, accepted by 16+ states.
Each state has different requirements for contractors to obtain a license. The National Association of State Contractor Licensing Agencies, or NASCLA, has helped streamline the process of testing in multiple states by developing an accredited exam that is accepted as a commercial builders' trade exam in 16+ states - with more looking to accept NASCLA in the near future!
Licensing Application Assistance
Don't let the application process hold you back from getting licensed in any state.
Our state license specialists can help you navigate the complex requirements and gather all the necessary documents, including experience verification, business registrations, financial and insurance requirements. Our application experts are experienced in what each state bureaucracy is looking for, so you can trust us to help you get licensed quickly and efficiently.
Business Consulting & Coaching
We help commercial contractors and residential builders grow and excel their business.
Whether you're a commercial contractor or residential builder, our coaching and consulting services can help take your business to new heights. Our experienced team can provide guidance on everything from bidding strategies to project management best practices.
Why choose us?
We are committed to your success.
Online Tuition Valid for 6 Months
Enrolled students have access to our course, materials and support for 6 months.
Learn at Your Pace
Learn on your schedule with our complete, self-paced online courses.
Expert Instructors
Our instructors have decades of experience and are ready to help you with live office hours and classes
Exam Ready Materials
In a hurry? Our Ready-to-Ship books save you time and help you pass the exam on your first try.
What are the classes like?
Our classes are designed to meet your unique needs.
We know that everyone's learning style and schedule are different. We offer our courses in several different formats, so we can best prepare you for your exams.
Taught By Experienced Instructors
Our seminar instructors are the real deal, with extensive backgrounds in the construction industry and years of experience. They also have a wealth of experience teaching, making seminars as easy to follow and as easy to retain information from as possible. Contractor Training Center's A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau isn't for nothing!
Live Seminars, Distance Webinars
Whether you want to be immersed in our live classroom or join us from the job site, our elite contractor school can help you prepare for your licensing exam on your terms and on your time.
What are you waiting for?
Unlock your potential and take the next step toward entrepreneurship with your contractor's license. If you've been working for someone else for years and are ready to become your own boss, we're here to help you succeed. Our resources are designed to prepare you for the exam, ensuring you have the knowledge and confidence you need to pass. Join us today, and we guarantee you’ll be impressed by our expert instructors and fully equipped to tackle your licensing exam with ease.
How Do You Get Licensed?
General Guidelines For Acquiring A Contractor License
Every state has its own regulations for contractor license requirements, but there are a few general steps common to most states. Licensing regulations vary by state, and in some instances, by city/county. It is important you locate your local regulatory authority to verify requirements for contractors that are applicable to you.
Why A Contractor's License Is Necessary
Every state has its own regulations for contractor license requirements, but there are a few general steps common to most states.
Important To Know
Licensing regulations vary by state, and in some instances, by city/county. It is important you locate your local regulatory authority to verify requirements for contractors that are applicable to you.
Preliminary Steps To Complete Before Applying
While each state does indeed have different requirements, there are still some basics that apply to almost all states. Before you actually apply for your contractor’s license, there are a number of preliminary steps you should/must take, as well as materials you will want to gather:
Most states require you to have a registered business with the state's business regulatory agency. If you don't have a physical presence in the state, you can hire a registered agent to stand as the business address and receive government correspondence and legal mail on your behalf.
What type of work do you intend to perform? Many states have separate licenses for residential contractors and commercial contractors. If you do specialized work, some states have specialty licenses available as well. You must determine what type of license you will be applying for before you get started to know what to apply for and what will be required of you.
In many states, you must apply for a contractor’s license of a certain class based on the monetary value of the projects you will be completing in the state. Please note that to obtain a license with higher limitations (or unlimited licenses), states often require more experience as well as proof of financial responsibility and liability. For many states this means obtaining a review of your financial statements completed by a CPA. If you do not have any financial statements due to being a newly formed business, many states will allow you to obtain a surety bond instead to cover this requirement.
In many states, you must take two exams, a business law exam, and a trade exam related to the type of work you will be doing in that state. Please note that every state's process differs; some states require you to apply before you can sit for the exam, while others require examination results to be submitted with the application. Already hold a contractor's license in another state? Check for reciprocity to ensure your existing license doesn't exempt you from some/all testing requirements!
Many states require that you have general liability insurance. Contact your state’s licensing board to determine the exact amount necessary. It is also possible a background check will be an application requirement; note that a criminal record does not necessarily disqualify you from obtaining a license, but your application may be subject to additional review that will result in an increased application processing period.
Examinations
While each state does indeed have different requirements, there are still some basics that apply to almost all states. Before you actually apply for your contractor’s license, there are a number of preliminary steps you should/must take, as well as materials you will want to gather:
In addition to taking an exam on material specific to the type of construction you perform, some states require contractor applicants to pass an exam covering the laws related to running a contracting business in that state.
Builders and other specialty contractors are usually required to take an examination discussing building codes and common practices to specific to the type of work their license allows.
Submitting The Application
While each state does indeed have different requirements, there are still some basics that apply to almost all states. Before you actually apply for your contractor’s license, there are a number of preliminary steps you should/must take, as well as materials you will want to gather:
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