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 -Table of Contents-To view the answer to any of the following FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS either click the question or scroll down the page.
Contractors Classes - What if I do not understand any material or have any questions? - What is the time limit to complete the program? - What hardware and software is required? - How will my program be updated and how do I gain access to new test questions? - Do you offer any other type of classes? - Do you have a recent list of referrals or any student testimonials? - How long will it take to receive my order? - Do you have a Syllabus for this Course? - Should I save time by having my secretary, wife, etc., highlight my books for me? - What is Contractor Classes student pass rate? - Where can I find more Information?
Florida State Contractor's Exam - Where and when is the Florida Contractors Exam offered? - What is the Florida Contractors Exam like? - If I fail to pass one section of the examination, do I have to retake all parts? - How often does the content on the State exam change and how often is your material updated? - How do I register to take the Florida State Contractor Exam?
Florida Contractors License - What are the residency requirements for a Florida State Contractors License? - What Contractor categories require state registration or certification?? - What is the difference between a "Certified" and "Registered" license? - What scope of work may be performed under a Residential, Builder or General Contractor's License? - What are the requirements to obtain a State Contractors License? - How do I verify my experience? - How do I activate my license after I pass the test? -Contractor Classes- Why don't you advocate traditional sit-down classes for large groups of students and printed workbooks like other schools?Sitting through large boring classes and spending days drudging through outdated printed workbooks of study questions can be very tedious and not the most efficient or effective use of study time. Our “Learning Programs” are equivalent to over 6 days of classroom type training. This computer-based-training-format allows us to incorporate much more in depth information and detail than can be covered in simple workbooks or in a conventional classroom type setting. State-of-the-art software allows us to incorporate lectures, animations, sound effects, graphics, multimedia exhibits, etc. into an interactive “Learning Program” which involves the student in learning, therefore proving to be a highly effective and successful system. The individual student also has the benefit of being able to select the level of detail they would like to review along with the content, the pace, and the format to study based on their individual preferences and needs, not the needs of a large classroom of students with very diverse experience and education levels. "A class can only move as fast as the slowest student." Another key reason students chose our “Learning Programs” is the ability to learn in the convenience of their own home and as their schedule permits, without having to waste time and money traveling to distant hotels or classrooms to accommodate the schedule and chosen location of a school. This format proves to be the first choice of the "Working Professional". The disadvantage to our programs is the large associated developmental expenses and the inherent limitation of only being able to work with students who have direct access to a PC. Back to TopWhat if I do not understand the material or if have any questions?
The information in our course is presented in a manner, which makes it very easy to learn and understand. However, in the event that you do not fully understand any material, you are welcome to call us at any time. Our staff will be happy to review or explain any items and tutor you personally on the subject in question.
Back to TopWhat is the time limit to complete the program?
We support and allow use of our "Learning Program" by the original purchasing student for six months from time of order.
Back to TopWhat hardware and software is required?
A Pentium class computer, Windows 98 se or later, and a sound card with speakers are the only hardware required. Our program does not run on "Apple" systems. If you have any concerns, download our demos. If the demos run, then the full versions will also run on your hardware. You will need internet access free of any restrictions from a firewall to facilitate activation and installation of the software and to participate in the On-Line program. Back to TopHow will my program be updated and how do I gain access to new test questions?
Our On-Line program has direct access to our server and our installed Software modules check for updates and new version releases automatically to ensure that the user is never studying outdated information. The student may also, at any time, click their "New Test Questions" link, which specifically lists and itemizes new questions from the previous exams. Students should pay particular attention to these "New Test Questions" since they generally show up repeatedly in the following few test cycles.
Back to TopDo you offer any other type of classes?If our company attempted to cover all the different Florida Contractor Classifications, or all the different Florida county exams, or the exams for all the different States, how successful could we be at actually reviewing these hundreds of tests and continually modifying our coarse content to keep current with what is on these exams? Not very! We are committed to do the best job we can for our students. We are not trying to exploit every market or be "All things for everybody". The Florida State General, Builder, and Residential Contractor exams have identical books and content. Preparing for and passing these tests is a very important event in most people’s lives. We specialize in these exams and strive to give this endeavor the attention it deserves. Back to TopDo you have a recent list of referrals or any student testimonials?
Click the following link for a listing of recent students who have offered to be references for our "Learning Program".
Click To View Recent List of Referrals
Back to TopHow long will it take to receive my order?
We maintain one of the largest investments of inventory on the shelf and ready to ship. We process orders daily and our standard UPS Ground delivery in Florida is generally "Next Day". You may track your shipment from our web site using the following link.
Back to TopDo you have a syllabus for this Course?
You may view a Syllabus by clicking the following link.
Click To View Syllabus
Back to TopShould I save time by having my someone else (secretary, wife, etc.) highlight my books for me?If you were going to highlight headings such as “Chapter 2” and “Glossary” or irrelevant and outdated exam information, then there would be no value in the student doing this task and it would be very appropriate to have someone else highlight the “Exam Reference Books”. In our “Learning Program” we pinpoint critical answer passages and topics currently emphasized on the exam. The student correspondingly reads these passages, physically highlights these passages, and hears this information read and explained to them. This is an extremely effective learning strategy combining “Visual, Tactile, and Auditory” styles of learning. This ensures that the student will be able to quickly locate and understand these answers as opposed to trying to find and read this information for the very first time on exam day. Back to TopWhat is Contractor Classes student pass rate?Our most recent polling reports that 95.91% of our students passed their exams on the first attempt. Back to TopWhere can I find more information?You can find Articles and information at the link below pertaining to:
The Construction Industry Exam Preparation Click here to View Articles of Interest Back to Top-Florida State Contractor's Exam- Where and when is the Florida Contractors Exam offered?
The exam is given every even month simultaneously in Tallahassee, Orlando, Miami, and occasionally in the Tampa Bay area. Upcoming exam dates are: February 19-20 2008, April 22-23 2008, June 17-18 2008. Since most of our staff attends the exam each time it is given, our office is closed on these corresponding days.
Click this link for FL State Reference: Test Dates Back to TopWhat is the Florida Contractors Exam Like?
The exam is a two-day, open book, multiple-choice test. Minimum passing score is 70%. It is 19 hours long and broken into the four (4 hour, 45 minute) sections:
Day One A.M. Business and Finance P.M. Business and Finance Day Two A.M. Contract Administration P.M. Project Management
The exam reference books are listed here: EXAM BOOK LIST You may view the following general information presentations regarding the Florida State Contractor Exam, How to Prepare and Test Taking Tips for Exam day.
(1) Florida Contractor Examination Information
(2) How to Prepare for Your Exam
(3) Test Taking Tips for Exam Day
More information can also be found at the following links: FL State Reference: Exam Candidate Brochure FL State Reference: Content: Business & Finance ExamFL State Reference: Content: Contract Administration Exam FL State Reference: Content: Project Management Exam
Back to TopIf I fail to pass one section of the examination, do I have to retake all parts?No. You are only required to retake sections which were not passed. However, a candidate must pass all sections within two years. Back to TopHow often does the content on the State exam change and how often is your material updated?The content of the Florida State Contractors exam is in a continual state of change. Each and every examination has 20 new questions called “Pilot Questions”. The emphasis and content of the exam today is totally different than it was six months ago. If we were using the antiquated method of publishing, printing and stocking workbooks for our students it would be almost impossible to keep up with these changes, and we would also be very reluctant to simply throw all this stock away as changes were made on the test. This is one of the key reasons why we chose to develop computer-based-training. The ease of Updating Software is built into the dynamic nature of computer systems. This allows us to effortlessly modify our content on a continual basis and keep abreast of the State examination. This guarantees the students using our "Learning Program" the highest probability of success and saves them from studying a barrage of unrelated subjects and outdated material. Back to TopHow do I register to take the Florida Sate Contactors exam?
You may register On-Line at "Professional Testing" by clicking this link: or you may register by Mail of FAX with this form: Register for Exam by mail or FAX
Back to Top-Florida Contractors License- What are the residency requirements for the Florida State Contractor Licensing?
You do not need to be a resident of Florida and your experience does not have to be in the State of Florida.
Back to TopWhat Contractor categories require state registration or certification?
The following categories require registration or certification: General; Building; Residential; Sheet Metal; Roofing; Air-conditioning; Mechanical; Swimming pool/spa; Plumbing; Electrical; Underground Utility and Excavation; Solar; and Pollutant Storage. The following link describes the work which can be preformed in these various licensure categories. Licensure Category Descriptions
Back to TopWhat is the difference between a "Certified" and "Registered" license?
A State “Certified” license can be used throughout the State of Florida. A County “Registered” license is issued by one specific County. Other Counties may, or may-not, issue reciprocity and allow you to do business in their jurisdiction. Since very similar requirements, testing, cost, and effort are needed to obtain either type of license, we only recommend pursuing State “Certified” licensure.
Back to TopWhat scope of work may be performed under a Residential, Builder or General Contractors License?
Click this link for FL State Reference: Occupation & Class CodeFor more information see Florida Statutes: 489.113
Back to TopWhat are the requirements to obtain a State Contractors License?
More information can also be found at the following links: -FL Statutes: 489.111 -FL Administrative Code: Chapter 61G4 -FL Department of Business & Professional Regulation FAQ's. -FL Construction Industry Licensing Board website.
For answers to any specific questions, you are encouraged to call the "FL Construction Industry Licensing Board" at (850) 487-1395. This is the office of authority. Back to TopHow do I verify my experience?
In completing your Initial Issuance of Licensure Package you must provide signed verification of your experience from a currently licensed, Florida Certified Contractor in the category for which you are applying, or in a category that allows him or her to perform or supervise the work which you are applying. For example, if you are applying to become a Residential Contractor, you can provide verification from another licensed Florida Certified Residential, Building or General Contractor. Your experience may also be verified by a Licensed Architect, Engineer or Building Official, from anywhere in the United States.
How do I activate my license after I pass the test?
After passing the exam your scores are automatically forwarded to the State of Florida. You will however, need to submit a completed license application form to the "Department of Business and Professional Regulation". In our "Learning Program" we review specific criteria required so you will know how to fill in this application correctly. You may download this form from the following link:
Initial Issuance of Licensure Package
A credit report must be submitted with your application and you may view a list of Credit Reporting Agencies accepted by the Florida Construction Industry Board from the following link:
Acceptable Credit Reporting Agencies
Most students who do not have active jobs will elect to apply for and secure their license in an "Inactive" status. Then they have it. Prior to starting a project utilizing their license or applying for a permit, the contractor would purchase Liability Insurance and Workmen's Compensation Insurance and then apply to "Activate" their license using the form at the following link:
Change of Status from Inactive to Active
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