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- What exactly does a contractor do?
- Why should I take a distance education course instead of a live class?
- Why should I use Allied to help get my CA contractor's license?
- What kinds of jobs does a contractor qualify for?
- Is now a good time for me to begin my career as a contractor?
- How can I get started with Allied's contractor license course?
What exactly does a contractor do?
A contractor is a builder. Anyone who takes a job for a fee over $500 dollars is required by law to be a contractor. Contractors can be licensed as general engineering contractors, general builders, or in more specialized trades, such as framing, well drilling, landscaping, or masonry. Contractors dig foundations, frame housing, install roofing, install plumbing and electrical systems, hang drywall, paint, and can perform many other jobs. Upon completion of the trade and law portions of the contractor's licensing course, and receipt of a California State Contractor's License, you may work in any and all trades you're licensed for.
Why should I take a distance education course instead of a live class?
Distance learning allows you to take the class when you have the time! You don't need to rush home from a hard day's work just to get to a crowded classroom on time. With Allied's distance education courses, you don't need to pay for babysitting, parking, extra gas, or wasted time. You may take up to a year to complete Allied's California Contractor Licensing Course in your spare time. Allied's Student Services Department is only a phone call away!
Why should I use Allied to help get my CA contractor's license?
Allied offers trade-specific materials and live student support at affordable prices! Allied Business Schools has been educating contractors since 1992, and offers a full-time Student Services Department that can be reached by phone or email. You don't have to talk to a machine and wait forever for a response. With our student services staff and trained career counselors the help you need is only a phone call away!
- Allied uses up-to-date materials available, which include software, DVDs, sample tests, and review materials that will help you pass the state contractor license exam the first time!
- Allied doesn't charge extra to review your state application for errors.
- Allied has a high exam pass rate!
What kinds of jobs does a contractor qualify for?
Jobs over $500 require licensure in each specific trade, as well as passing the law portion of the state contractor license exam. Contractors may be licensed in:
- A: General Engineering
- B: General Building
- C-2: Insulation & Acoustical
- C-4: Boiler, Hot-Water Heating & Steam Fitting
- C-5: Framing & Rough Carpentry
- C-6: Cabinet, Millwork, and Finish Carpentry
- C-7: Low-Voltage Systems
- C-8: Concrete
- C-9: Drywall
- C-10: Electrical
- C-11: Elevator
- C-12: Earthwork & Paving
- C-13: Fencing
- C-15: Flooring & Floor Covering
- C-16: Fire Protection
- C-17: Glazing
- C-20: HVAC
- C-21: Building Moving/Demolition
- C-23: Ornamental Metal
- C-27: Landscaping
- C-28: Lock & Security Equipment
- C-29: Masonry
- C-32: Parking & Highway Improvement
- C-33: Painting & Decorating
- C-34: Pipeline
- C-35: Plastering
- C-36: Plumbing
- C-38: Refrigeration
- C-39: Roofing
- C-42: Sanitation
- C-43: Sheet Metal
- C-45: Electrical Signs
- C-46: Solar
- C-47: General Manufactured Housing
- C-50: Reinforcing Steel
- C-51: Structural Steel
- C-53: Swimming Pool
- C-54: Tile
- C-55: Water Conditioning
- C-57: Well Drilling
- C-60: Welding
- C-61: Limited Specialty*
- HAZ Hazardous Substances Removal Certification
Is now a good time for me to begin my career as a contractor?
Absolutely! Home owners are always making repairs to their houses and you can be the contractor that gets the work. Enroll today to:
- Make more money
- Protect yourself
- Work for yourself, not someone else
- Avoid losing jobs
- Gain respect & prestige
- Legally collect for work performed
How can I get started with Allied's contractor license course?
Allied Business Schools' California Contractor License Course comes complete with everything you'll need to successfully finish the course. Click here to enroll, or call 1-888-925-2108 today!
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