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General, Building, Residential Contractor Exam Prep
Want to obtain your Florida Contractor license? We have all the info you need to pass the exams and obtain your license with ease. A contractor license is required in order to bid on any construction projects in the state of Florida. These licenses are administered by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). The licensing processes and exams for general, building, and residential contractors are similar to each other.
At RocketCert, we provide online exam prep, books for the exam, and additional services to help you obtain your license. All our training is offered in an online self-paced format. Our Florida contractor license exam prep is designed to help you pass your test the first time, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. Our courses are available from almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Florida General Contractor License.
On 6/1/2024, all Florida exams will be moving to the 2023 editions of the Florida Building Code.
Florida Contract / Project Administration Bundle (2020 Florida Building Code)
Includes the following courses:
- Contract / Project Administration Online Exam Prep
Plus the following:
- All the books to use during the exam
- Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
- Free Shipping!
- Instructor Support
- No Pass No Pay Policy
- Lifetime Access from nearly any device
This bundle includes the 2020 Editions of the Florida Building Code for those taking their exam before 6/1/2024
Florida Contract / Project Administration Bundle (2023 Florida Building Code)
Includes the following courses:
- Contract / Project Administration Online Exam Prep
Plus the following:
- All the books to use during the exam
- Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
- Free Shipping!
- Instructor Support
- No Pass No Pay Policy
- Lifetime Access from nearly any device
This bundle includes the 2023 Editions of the Florida Building Code for those taking their exam after 6/1/2024
The following references can be used during the exam:
Florida Contract / Project Administration Online Exam Prep
AIA 201 - 2017
AIA 401 - 2017
AIA 701 - 2018
OSHA 1926
Florida Contractors Manual (2021)
Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction
Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida
Building Component Safety Information Book, BCSI Wood Trusses
2023 Florida Building Code - Building
2023 Florida Building Code - Accessibility
2023 Florida Building Code - Residential
2023 Florida Building Code - Existing Building
2023 Florida Building Code - Energy Conservation
11-12 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
Scope of work
What type of work can be done with the Florida contractor license?
- Florida General Contractor License
- General Contractors are unlimited in the type of work they can do.
- Florida Building Contractor License
- Building Contractors are able to work on commercial and residential structures not exceeding 3 stories in height. This includes accessory structures such as garage, guest house, etc.
- Florida Residential Contractor License
- Residential Contractors are able to work on one, two, and three family residences not more than two stories in height. This includes accessory structures such as garage, guest house, etc.
- Certified Licenses vs. Registered Licenses
- Certified General Contractor means a contractor who is allowed to contract in any jurisdiction in the State. A Registered General Contractor License holder may only contract in the jurisdiction where they fulfill the specific competency requirements. The information on this page is for becoming a "certified" contractor.
Requirements & steps
What are the requirements for a Florida general contractor license?
Testing
Pass 3 exams with 70% on each
- Business and Finance
- Contract Administration
- Project Administration
Experience
Meet one of the following:
- 4 years construction degree and 1 year exp.
- 1 year work experience as foreman and at least 3 years of college credits
- 1 years experience as worker, 1 year as foreman, & at least 2 years of college credits
- 2 years experience as worker, 1 year exp. as a foreman, & at least 1 year of college credits
- 4 years work experience with at least 1 year being as a foreman
- Military experience substitutes for college
Business
- General and Building Contractors: $300,000 public liability & $50,000 property damage
- Residential Contractors: $100,000 public liability & $25,000 property damage
- Obtain Workers' Compensation Insurance
- If credit score is less than 660 or there are unsatisfied judgments, provide a bond or letter of credit. This can be reduced by 50% by completing a 14 hour financial responsibility course.
How do I apply for a Florida contractor license?
To apply for a General Contractor license, contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board at 850-487-1395 or visit the DBPR website. All application forms can be found on the state website.
- Applying for initial certification between May 1st of an EVEN year through August 31st of an ODD year - $145
- Applying for initial certification between September 1st of an ODD year through April 30th of an EVEN year - $95
Application Fees:
- Proof of satisfaction of liens, judgments, and discharge of bankruptcy, if applicable.
- Electronic fingerprints
Individual Application Requirements:
- Credit report containing a credit score (FICO derived) on the applicant from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency.
- Credit report on the business to be qualified from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency
- Proof of satisfaction of liens, judgments, and discharge of bankruptcy, if applicable.
- Electronic fingerprints
Qualifying a Business Requirements:
Florida Contractors must complete 14 hours of continuing education prior to each renewal. Florida may have reciprocity agreements for this license. Check with the licensing board you're applying to about reciprocity agreements for your current license.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry experts. Our exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.
Exam Pre-Approval
The first step is to obtain pre-approval for your exam. This can be completed through PTI by calling 407-264-0562.
PURCHASE EXAM PREP, BOOKS, & STUDY!
Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of the licensing process. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your license. We offer industry leading exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price. We'll make sure you pass your general contractor exams on your first try!
PASS THE STATE EXAM
After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required contractor exams (see below). Contact Pearson VUE at 888-204-6230 to begin this process. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities.
Legal items
Next you will need to submit to background checks, form a legal entity, obtain all required insurance, and obtain a bond (if necessary).
APPLY FOR YOUR LICENSE
After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply through the DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board to obtain your Florida General Contractor License. Be sure to pay all application fees to the state. Have questions or concerns about the licensing process (or just a lack of time)? Our licensing specialists can help you with the process.
Florida Contractor Exam Details
Which exam do I need to take?
To schedule your construction exam, first obtain pre-approval with PTI by visiting floridaexam.com or call 407-264-0562. After you have been approved, you can schedule your exams with Pearson VUE at 888-204-6230.
Division I contractors (General, Building, and Residential) must pass three examinations: Business & Finance, Contract Administration, and Project Management.
Contract Administration
- General: 60 questions
- Building: 50 questions
- Residential: 45 questions
- Time: 4.5 hours
- Passing Score: 70%
Project Administration
- General: 60 questions
- Building: 50 questions
- Residential: 45 questions
- Time: 4.5 hours
- Passing Score: 70%
Business and Finance
All license classifications are required to pass the Business and Finance exam given by Pearson VUE. Visit our Business and Finance page to learn more regarding test specifics.
About our Study Materials
How do I pass the exam?
On 6/1/2024, all Florida exams will be moving to the 2023 editions of the Florida Building Code.
The Florida Contractor License exams are open book. The references are permitted to be tabbed, highlighted, and used during your test! Unfortunately, our online course is NOT permitted to be accessed during the State exam.
The exam prep includes math and accounting, plan reading, highlighting guides covering the topics your exam is based on, practice questions for each reference, and unlimited attempts on our "test simulation".
Online Exam Prep Includes:
- Math & Plans Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day.
- Highlighting Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
- Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
- Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
- Guide to Tabbing - This section includes tabbing books and other test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.
Our Bundles Include:
- Online Exam Prep - You can instantly access the course inside your account on our website at any time, from any device.
- Books / References - We highly recommend bringing all the books you can into the open book exams. If you already own some of the books, you can click the "click to see what's included" button on the bundle and deselect the books you don't need.
- Custom Pre-Printed Tabs - these tabs correspond to our highlighting guides and make locating info in your books a breeze.
- All bundles and/or any order over $125 receive free shipping!
Why should I choose RocketCert?
At RocketCert, we strive to be the best (while having fun in the process). This means having not only the best quality of education, but also industry leading technology. Best yet, we are here for you 7 days a week. Have a question or comment? Give us a call or contact us to send us a message. Ready to begin? Select your State above and start immediately. Of course, you can resume later!
Why pay for something knowing your time with it is limited? At RocketCert, we believe in offering lifetime access to your training, even though it will not be needed.
Our education is written industry experts. We believe in helping you with your career, and that help begins with offering best in class education.
We are here for you. Have a question? Need support? Our team is available 7 days a week for technical support. We pride ourselves in taking care of you.
Fail your exam? Prefer a different style of course? Other events taking place in your life? Give us a call and we can process a refund within 30 days of purchase for any reason. Exam prep courses are backed with our No Pass, No Pay guarantee.