Did you know Florida state guidelines require that candidates pass two examinations: business & finance, and their trade? Preparing for these exams takes a lot of work, but AtHomePrep has your back. AtHomePrep offers online exam prep, books, continuing education classes, and other resources to help you obtain and maintain your Florida Contractor’s License with several license types to choose from.
Requirements To Get A Contractor’s License in Florida
Here are the requirements to get a Contractor’s License in Florida- Be at least 18 years old.
- Submit proof of a credit score of 660 or higher. You can purchase a surety bond if your credit score is lower.
- Scan an electronic fingerprint.
- Provide proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance.
- Pass the Florida State Construction Examination.
- Fill out your contractor license application.
- Pay application and licensing fees.
State Approved Courses
AtHomePrep offers hundreds of state approved courses, including Florida Contractor exam prep. With AtHomePrep, you have several options to prepare for your Florida Contractor exams.- Florida Contractor – Complete Package
- The Florida Contractor Exam Review Online
- The Florida Contractor Business Exam Review Online
- Florida COMPLETE Exam Review
- Online Training
- Contract/Project Administration and Business and Law Courses Include:
- Highlighting Guides
- Practice Exams
- Math and Plans
- Accounting and Finance Math
- Study Tips
- Licensing Information
- Instructor Support
- Pre-Printed Tabs Includes instructor recommended pre-printed tabs for all books permitted to be taken into the exam.
- Full Set of Reference Books Includes ALL the books that are recommended for both the Contractor (General, Building or Residential) and the Business and Finance Exams.
- The following references can be taken into the Florida General, Building, and Residential Contractor Exam and the Business and Finance Exam.
- Florida Building Code–Building
- Florida Building Code–Residential
- Florida Building Code–Existing
- Florida Building Code–Energy
- Florida Building Code–Accessibility
- Florida Contractor’s Manual
- Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida
- AIA Documents (must be bound)
- Guide to Handling, Installing, Bracing Wood Trusses
- Osha Part 29CFR 1926
- Builder’s Guide to Accounting
- Building Estimator’s Reference Book- Walker
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures
- Placing Reinforcing Bars
- Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction
- Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Pro
- Highlighting Guides
- Practice Exams
- Accounting and Finance Math
- Study Tips
- Licensing Information
- Instructor Support
- Highlighting Guides
- Practice Exams
- Accounting and Finance Math
- Study Tips
- Licensing Information
- Instructor Support
How to Access (And Get The Most Out Of) Your Online Coursel
After you have purchased your online course with AtHomePrep, simply login to access your study material. Everything you need will be found on your account page. We also have education specialists standing by via chat, phone or email to answer any questions you might have. One of the great benefits of online courses is that you can take them anytime and virtually anywhere. As long as you have internet access, you can access your course materials. That being said, here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your online course:- First, as we mentioned earlier, the Florida Contractor exam is an open book exam. The best part of that is that you don’t have to worry quite as much about memorizing a lot of facts. It will be more important to have the right reference books for your exam. Having the books highlighted and marked with tabs to help you quickly find the answers you need when taking your exam.
- Second, try to find a quiet place to study or use headphones to create your own environment where you can focus on the material. Distractions are unavoidable, but many of our students have told us that they performed the best after being in a focused study environment.
- Third, commit to a regular study schedule. A regular routine will make it easier to keep up a steady pace and get through everything before your exam.
- On the day of your exam, be sure you show up well rested with your marked books in hand.
