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Florida Electrical Contractor Licensing, Education & Exam Prep
A license is required in Florida to bid on any Electrical project. The process and exam for general, building, and residential contractors are similar to each other. We offer 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 Electrical 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 Electrical Contractor's License.
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$399Electrical
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$2122$1969Unlimited Electrical Contractor
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$1292$1199Residential Electrical Contractor
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What type of work can be done with the Florida Electrical Contractor license?
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Electrical Contractor
Electrical Contractors are licensed to install, repair, alter, add to, or design electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, apparatus, raceways, and conduit, including the electrical installations and systems within plants and substations and ALL alarm systems and specialty categories.
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Residential Electrical Contractor
The scope of certification includes installation, repair, alteration, addition to, replacement of or design of electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, apparatus, raceways, conduit, or any part thereof, in a 1, 2, 3, or 4 family residence not exceeding 2 stories in height, and accessory use structures in connection with the residence. The electrical service installed or worked upon is limited to single phase, 400 ampere single service
What are the Florida Electrical Contractor license requirements?
General Requirements
Exam Requirements
- Pass the Business and Finance Exam
- Pass Electrical trade exam
Financial Requirements
- Provide a personal credit report and a personal financial statement demonstrating a positive net worth.
- Certification of Insurance Coverage
- Provide a Business Credit Report and Business Financial Statement showing a net worth of at least $10,000.
Education/Experience Requirements
Applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria to be eligible for an Electrical Contractors License
- Be a licensed electrical engineer for 3 of the last 12 years; or
- Have management experience in the trade for at least 3 years of the last 6 years; or
- Have at least 4 years of experience as a foreman, supervisor or contractor in the trade in the last 8 years; or
- Have at least 6 years of comprehensive training, technical education or broad experience associated with electrical contracting within the last 12 years; or
- Have at least 6 years of technical experience in electrical work with the Armed Forces or government entity within the last 12 years; or
- Have a combination of these qualifications totaling 6 years of experience.
In addition, the candidate for certified electrical contractor must include at least 40% of work that is in 3-phase services.
How do I obtain an electrical license in Florida?
To apply for your license, contact the Florida DBPR at 850-487-1395 or visit the Contractor's Board Website.
14 hours of continuing education are required each renewal. Florida may have reciprocity agreements for this license. Contact the licensing board you are applying to see if they have reciprocity agreements for the license you currently hold.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our Florida Electrical Contractor License 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 by submitting your application for examination to the DBPR.
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.
PASS THE STATE EXAM
After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required State exam(s) (see below). Contact PSI at 800-733-9267 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 DBPR to obtain your Florida Contractors License. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Our licensing specialists can help you with the process. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Learn more about how we can assist with our Application Processing Program.
Which electrical license exam do I need to take in Florida?
All applicants must pass the Business & Finance exam, buy you may choose between two electrical exam options:
Take the state-specific exam (either Residential or unlimited) OR the NASCLA Accredited Electrical Exam
The NASCLA Electrical Exam is Currently Accepted by 15 state licensing boards as a substitute for the state's trade exam. For a full list of accepting agencies Click Here.
NASCLA Electrical Exam
- Total Questions: 100
- Passing Score: 75 Correct
- Time: 270 minutes
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Applicants must also pass their state's Business & Law Exam.
Residential Electrical Contractor Exam
- Total Questions: 80
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 5 Hours
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Unlimited Electrical Contractor Exam
- Total Questions: 100
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 5 Hours
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Business and Finance (Electrical)
- Total Questions: 50
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time: 6.5 Hours
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To schedule your electrical 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.
How do I pass the Florida electrical contractor license exam?
The Florida exams are open book. The references below 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, highlighting guides covering the topics your exam is based on, practice questions for each reference, and unlimited attempts on our "test simulation".
Online Florida Electrical Contractor License Exam Prep Includes:
- Calculation Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day. Calculation topics include Ohm’s Law, voltage drop, transformers, motors, box fill, and allowable fill for raceway sizing.
- 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.
On 7/1/2024, all Florida exams will be moving to the 2023 editions of the Florida Building Code.
Florida Unlimited Electrical Bundle
Includes the following courses:
- Florida Unlimited Electrical 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
Florida Residential Electrical Bundle
Includes the following courses:
- Florida Residential Electrical 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
Florida Unlimited Electrical Online Exam Prep
Florida Residential Electrical Online Exam Prep
Florida Contractors Manual (2021)
OSHA 1926
NEC 2020, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2019
NFPA 780: Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems 2017
NFPA 101: Life Safety Code 2018
Fire Alarm Signaling Systems Handbook
Engineering Sign Structures: An Introduction to Analysis and Design
Neon Techniques and Handling
Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures 17th Edition
Telecommunications Wiring, 3rd Edition
NTC Blue Book, Low Voltage Systems, 2020
Applicants can obtain UL 681 & UL 365 for free by contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
UL 681: Installation and Classification of Burglar and Holdup Alarm Systems
UL 365: Standard for Police Station Connected Burglar Alarm Units and Systems
Florida Contractors Manual (2021)
OSHA 1926
NEC 2020, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2019
NFPA 780: Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems 2017
NFPA 101: Life Safety Code 2018
Materials for the Business & Finance Exam:
Florida Business and Finance Exam Bundle (Electrical)
Florida Business & Finance Online Exam Prep (Electrical)
Florida Contractors Manual (2021)
5-6 Book Tab Bundle
1 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
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!
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