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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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NASCLA Commercial Building Contractor Exam
NASCLA Exam for Master/Unlimited Electrical Contractors
NASCLA Exam for Journeyman Electricians
NASCLA Exam for Residential Electrical Contractors
ICC G11 - General Building Contractor A
ICC G12 - Building Contractor B
ICC F11 - General Building Contractor A
ICC F12 - Building Contractor B
ICC G13 - Residential Building Contractor C
ICC F13 - Residential Building Contractor C
ICC B2 - Commercial Building Inspector
ICC B3 - Building Plans Examiner
ICC G16 - Master Electrician
ICC G17 - Residential Electrician
ICC G18 - Residential Electrician
ICC G14 - Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor
ICC F14 - Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
General Contractor Business Law
Building Contractor Under Four Stories
NASCLA Exam for Master/Unlimited Electrical Contractors
Electrical Contractor
Electrical Contractor Business Law
Electrical Journeyman
Home Builder (HBLB) Business and Law
Home Builder (HBLB) Skill
Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractor
Application Assistance
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
B-1 General Contractor
B-2 General Small Commercial Contractor
KB-1 Dual Building Contractor
KB-2 Dual Residential/Small Commercial Contractor
National NASCLA Residential Electrical Contractor
C-11 Commercial Electrical Contractor
National NASCLA Electrical Contractor
R-11 Residential Electrical Contractor
Asphalt Paving
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Business and Law
General Building Contractor (B)
ICC G11 - General Building Contractor A
ICC G12 - Building Contractor B
ICC F11 - General Building Contractor A
ICC F12 - Building Contractor B
ICC G13 - Residential Building Contractor C
ICC F13 - Residential Building Contractor C
ICC G16 - Master Electrician
ICC G17 - Journeyman Electrician
ICC G18 - Residential Electrician
ICC G14 - Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor
ICC F14 - Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor
Application Assistance
Application Assistance
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Business and Finance
14-Hour Financial Responsibility Course
Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Mold Certification/Continuing Education
National NASCLA/Unlimited Commercial Builder
Business and Law
Residential Basic
Residential Light Commercial
Continuing Education (CE)
Application Assistance
Application Assistance
NASCLA Accredited Exam for Master/Unlimited Electrical Contractors
NASCLA Accredited Examination for Journeyman Electricians
Application Assistance
KGA General Building Contractor A
KGB Building Contractor B
550 General Building Contractor A
551 Building Contractor B
KGC Residential Building Contractor C
552 Residential Building Contractor C
KGD Master Electrician
KGH Journeyman Electrician
KGX Residential Electrician
553 Standard Roofing Contractor
Application Assistance
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Residential Contractor Continuing Education (CE)
National NASCLA Electrical Contractor
Electrical Work (Statewide) License
Mold Remediation and Assessment Training
Application Assistance
Home Improvement Contractor
Home Improvement Salesperson
Journeyman Electrician
Master Electrician
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Building Construction
Residential Builder
Concrete Contractor
Business and Law
National NASCLA Electrical Contractor
Excavation and Grading Contractor
Highway Contractor
Painting and Wall Covering
Residential Roofer
Application Assistance
ICC F11 Exam
ICC F12 Exam
ICC F13 Exam
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Construction Management Survey
B-2 Residential/Light Commercial
Business and Law
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Business and Law
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Building Contractor
Residential Contractor
Business and Law
Highway Contractor
Business and Law
National NASCLA Commercial Building Contractor
Unlimited (National NASCLA Commercial Builder)
Commercial Business and Law
Limited Builder
Residential Builder
Residential Business and Law
National NASCLA Electrical Contractor
National NASCLA Residential Electrical Contractor
Commercial Electrician
Residential Electrical Contractor
Grading Contractor
Asphalt Paving Contractor
Concrete Contractor
Concrete Paving Contractor
General Roofing
Contractor Business and Law
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
BC-b (sm) Small Commercial Contractor
BC-B Commercial Contractor
BC-C Industrial Contractor
BC-A, B Commercial/Residential Contractor
BC-B, C Commercial/Industrial Contractor
Contractor Business and Law
BC-A Residential Contractor
BC-A, b (sm) Residential/Small Commercial Contractor
Residential Contractor Continuing Education (RCE)
Contractor Business and Law
Electrical Contractor (CE)
Limited Licensed Electrician (LLE)
ICC G11 General Building Contractor A
ICC G12 Building Contractor B
ICC F11 General Building Contractor A
ICC F12 Building Contractor B
ICC F13 Residential Building Contractor C
ICC G13 Residential Building Contractor C
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Business and Law
8-Hour Pre-License Course
Class A/B Business Law
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Commercial Building Contractor (CBC)
Commercial Improvement Contractor (CIC)
Home Improvement Contractor (HIC)
Residential Building Contractor (RBC)
Electrician (ELE)
Tradesman Continuing Education (CE)
Tradesman Continuing Education (CE)
Tradesman Continuing Education (CE)
Asphalt, Paving and Sealcoating (PAV)
Concrete Contractor (CEM)
Highway Heavy (H/H)
Masonry Contractor (BRK)
NRS Home Inspector Pre-License
NRS Home Inspector Continuing Education (CE)
Painting and Wall Covering (PTC)
Plumber (PLB)
Tradesman Continuing Education (CE)
Roofing Contractor (ROC)
National NASCLA Commercial Builder
Contractor Licensing Act Exam
Electrical Contractor
ICC G11 General Building Contractor A
ICC G12 Building Contractor B
ICC F11 General Building Contractor A
ICC F12 Building Contractor B
ICC G13 Residential Building Contractor C
ICC F13 Residential Building Contractor C

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.

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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!

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16+ States accepting exam
30,000+ Professionals trained through CTC
90% First time pass rate

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.

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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.

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Our instructors have decades of experience and are ready to help you with live office hours and classes

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In a hurry? Our Ready-to-Ship books save you time and help you pass the exam on your first try.

CLASS FORMATS

Our classes are designed to meet your unique needs.

Choose the course format that fits your learning style. Prepare for your exams with the experts.

Live-Streamed Webinars

Join our live classes through a Zoom stream from the comfort of your home. Once you purchase a webinar, we will email you an invitation to the class with the Join link so you can add it to your calendar and be prepared for your virtual class

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Online, Self-Paced Webinars

Work at your own pace with our pre-Recorded content, which includes test taking tips & tricks, Micro-learning modules to explains certain concepts, highlighting instructions, practice quizzes for each book, and timed simulated exams to get you prepared to pass on test day! 

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Industry Expert Instructors

Learn from the best. Our courses are written and taught by industry experts who know what it takes to be successful in the real world. You’ll benefit from their knowledge throughout your education with us and walk into your new career miles ahead of the competition.  Meet our Experts!

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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:

REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS

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.

CHOOSE THE TYPE OF LICENSE YOU NEED

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.

DECIDE THE LICENSE CLASS YOU WILL NEED

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.

PASS THE REQUIRED EXAMS

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!

OTHER POSSIBLE 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:

BUSINESS LAW

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.

TECHNICAL EXAM

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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