Frequently Asked Questions
Who can become a licensed contractor?To qualify to become a licensed contractor you must be 18 years of age or older and have the experience and skills necessary to manage the daily activities of a construction business, including field supervision. Or, you must be represented by someone else with the necessary experience and skills, who serves as your qualifying individual.
The contractor or other person who will act as the qualifying individual must have had, within the ten years immediately before the filing of the application, at least four full years of experience at a journey level, or as a foreman, supervisor, or contractor in the classification for which he or she is applying. The experience claimed on the application must be verifiable and individuals who have knowledge of the experience must certify the accuracy of the experience information provided by the applicant.
For more answers to commonly asked questions on how to become a licensed contractor view the Blueprint for Becoming a California Licensed Contractor. Read here… http://www.cslb.ca.gov/Resources/GuidesAndPamphlets/BlueprintForGettingLicensed.pdf
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CSLS strives to provide the best educational services and materials in school and on-line. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we have designed our exchange policy to meet your needs. Our online courses may not be your best option for preparing you for your contractor license exam. As a courtesy, you have 5 business days to exchange your purchase for an alternative program that best meets your educational needs. Additional costs may apply.
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