Florida’s Leader in General Contractor Exam Prep

Proven Curriculum. Clear Instruction. Confident Results.

90% of our students pass the Florida General Contractor exam.

The Florida General Contractor exam is open-book — which means passing depends on your ability to quickly navigate complex code books and pinpoint the correct answers under time pressure. That’s why our programs provide you the required, most current exam books, with select packages offering professionally tabbed and highlighted materials, along with exam-focused instruction built specifically for Florida’s Business & Finance and trade exams.

From eligibility guidance to exam-day strategy, you’ll know exactly what to buy, what to study, and how to walk in prepared to pass the exam on your first attempt.

Choose the package that fits your goals and start your path to licensure today!

Choose The General Contractor Package That Is Right For You

Every package prepares you for both the Business & Finance and trade exams required for Florida licensure.

Compare options that include required exam books, unlimited online exam simulators, intensive review workshops, and flexible learning formats —
in-classroom, livestream, or 24/7 on-demand.

Packages vary by format, level of support, and whether books are professionally tabbed and highlighted —
choose the option that best fits your schedule and study style.

Best Value!

Full Service + Course + T&H Book Set Package

All-Inclusive

$4249

$3999

$250 off with code: EXAMPREP250

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What’s Included:

Supplemental Study References ($499 value!)

Contractor Licensing Start-Up Consultation ($79 value!)

50% Off Your First 2-hour Tutoring Session ($100 value!)

Pre-Tabbed & Highlighted Books ($2,199 value!)

Complete set of state reference materials

Complete Division I books needed to pass your exam

Business & finance course options – in-class, livestream, 24/7 on-demand

Trade knowledge course options – In-class, livestream, 24/7 on-demand

Unlimited online practice exams

Orientation and Virtual office hours

Weekend workshop ($429 value!)

Complete general contractor exam simulator package ($100 value!)

24/7 access for a full year

What’s Included:

Pre-Tabbed & Highlighted Books ($2,199 value!)

Complete set of state reference materials

Complete Division I books needed to pass your exam

Business & finance course options – in-class, livestream, 24/7 on-demand

Trade knowledge course options – In-class, livestream, 24/7 on-demand

Unlimited online practice exams

Orientation and Virtual office hours

Weekend workshop ($429 value!)

Complete general contractor exam simulator package ($100 value!)

24/7 access for a full year

Course + Book Set Package

Basic Course + Required Books

$2799

$2549

$250 off with code: EXAMPREP250

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What’s Included:

Complete set of state reference materials

Complete Division I books needed to pass your exam

Business & finance course options – in-class, livestream, 24/7 on-demand

Trade knowledge course options – In-class, livestream, 24/7 on-demand

Unlimited online practice exams

Orientation and Virtual office hours

Weekend workshop ($429 value!)

Complete general contractor exam simulator package ($100 value!)

24/7 access for a full year

Explore All General Contractor Courses & Books:

Course

$1199

$1049

$150 off with code: EXAMPREP150

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What’s Included:

Business & finance course options – in-class, livestream, 24/7 on-demand

Trade knowledge course options – In-class, livestream, 24/7 on-demand

Orientation

Virtual office hours

Weekend workshop ($429 value!)

24/7 access for a full year

Book Set

$1799

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What’s Included:

Complete set of state reference materials

Complete Division I books needed to pass your exam

Call for individual program options

Our Florida General Contractor Course Includes Everything You Need to Succeed!

Livestream And On-Demand Courses

Attend our live classes in person at your local Gold Coast Campus or Livestream via Zoom. With our watch on-demand feature you can view our livestream classroom experience anytime, anywhere and even on mobile!

Open House

Join our Livestream Open House the last Tuesday of every month from 5-6pm or watch our previously recorded Open House On-Demand to get a complete overview of our exam prep program experience, requirements, application process and everything you need to know to get started!
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One Year Unlimited Instruction

As a Gold Coast student, you can attend unlimited weekday evening classes and weekend 2-Day Cram Workshops for an entire year - all for one low tuition price!

New Student Orientation

Hit the ground running! Every Monday evening, we host our popular Student Orientation, where we share our Quick Start approach to navigating the reference books and preparing for your state exams.

Exclusive Study Manual

Our exclusive PDF study manual provides expert tips and tricks to answering typical state exam questions.

Best-in-Class Teaching

Learn from our top-notch Instructors five nights a week – in-class or Livestream via Zoom.

Online Simulator Exams

Our exam simulators provide a real-world exam experience with hundreds of professionally developed questions from the state-approved content areas.
Learn more! Free trial offered!

2-Day Weekend Cram Workshops

Offered in-class or Livestream via Zoom, our 2-day Cram Workshops include a complete reference book review, loads of real-world practice problems, plus tabbing and highlighting tips! Cram Workshops are perfect for students just starting and those ready to sit for the exam.

Division I Contractor License School Schedule

Livestream available for all classroom options. Click here for a calendar schedule of all programs. When you enroll, you can access the On-Demand video library immediately. See below for on-campus and livestream Program Schedule.

Part 1: Business & Finance:

(First 2 weeks of every month)

Mondays (6:30pm-9:00pm): Livestream Webinar
Tuesdays (6:30pm-9:00pm): Kendall – English and Spanish in class / English and Spanish Livestream Webinar
Wednesdays (6:30pm-9:00pm): Livestream Webinar
Thursdays (6:30pm-9:00pm): Tamarac – English and Spanish in class / E. Orlando – English in class / English and Spanish Livestream Webinar

Part 2: Trade Knowledge

Last 2 weeks of every month

Tuesdays (6:30pm-9:00pm): Livestream Webinar
Wednesdays (6:30pm-9:00pm): Livestream Webinar
Thursdays (6:30pm-9:00pm): Livestream Webinar

Contractor Program Testimonials

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License Requirements

General Contractor License Requirements In Florida:

In the state of Florida, becoming a licensed state certified general contractor involves meeting the minimum age, credit, and experience requirements. Below you will find complete details about these requirements, however if you have any questions on how to become a general contractor in Florida, our helpful career counselors are just a phone call away. We look forward to fully preparing you to achieve your goal of becoming a licensed general contractor through our trusted Florida contractor license classes!

The following applies to all applicants:

Must be 18 years of age
Have good moral character. (A criminal incident in the past does not prevent you from getting a license so long as you have had your civil rights restored, all debts to society paid, no pending or current liens such as IRS, and have no pending or ongoing criminal litigation).
Credit score of 660 or above
- If you do not meet the 660 FICO score, you CAN still get your license by completing the Financial Responsibility course.
Four years of proven general construction experience. (FAR 61G4-15.001)
- You do not have to have the necessary experience before you take the exam.
  - The test scores are valid for 4 years meaning you have 4 years to gain the required experience after passing the state exam.
- Note: You can replace 3 years of experience if you have a 4 year college degree (in any major, even if it is not at all related to construction), from an accredited college . This means you will only need 1 year of qualifying experience in the field if you have a college degree.

Important note about experience:

The experience must be verifiable and under a licensed general contractor in the areas of foundations or slabs, masonry walls, steel erection, elevated slabs, precast concrete structures, column construction, and framework for reinforced concrete.

For a free evaluation of your experience and guidance in this career field, feel free to contact our Career Counselors at 1-800-732-9140.

We also offer continuing education for Florida general contractors so you can stay ahead of the renewal cycle!

Campus Locations

Our campus locations are staffed with front desk personnel that can provide customer service, fingerprinting, grading and textbook pickups.

North Miami

3577 N.E. 163rd Street
North Miami, FL 33160

1-800-732-9140

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Tamarac (Broward)

5600 Hiatus Road
Tamarac, FL 33321

1-800-732-9140

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East Orlando

3505 Lake Lynda Dr Building 300
Orlando, FL 32817

1-800-732-9140

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West Orlando

New Location Coming Soon!

1-800-732-9140

Boca Raton

2600 N. Military Trail, Suite 150
Boca Raton, FL 33431

1-800-732-9140

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Kendall (South Miami)

New Location Coming Soon! 8501 SW 124th Ave. Building D, Suite 301 Miami, FL 33183

1-800-732-9140

Satellite Locations

Our satellite locations will offer classes when scheduled, but are not staffed locations and cannot provide student services like textbook pickup, grading or fingerprinting.

Kissimmee

932 E Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee
Kissimmee, FL 34744

1-800-732-9140

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FL GC Frequently Asked Questions

We are committed to answering all of your questions. Below are common questions students have about our general contractor exam prep program. As always, feel free to contact our helpful career counselors at 1-800-732-9140 for additional information.

Where can I find my class module/topic schedule to know what is being taught each night?

The student resources section of our website includes class schedules as well as other valuable pieces of information. Simply select the license you are preparing for in the “Schedule & Module Calendar” section in our calendar of Upcoming Events.

Do I actually need a contractors license?

The answer is almost always yes. If you are performing construction/contractor related services for compensation, you almost certainly need to be licensed in the specialty that you are working in. There are some small exceptions for handyman services, but the scope of work is very limited and if you step outside of it (electrical, plumbing, etc), you will be violating license laws .

Is my tuition really valid for 1 year?

YES! We stand behind your success from start to finish. We understand that some students will be able to dive into the material and complete their studying in just 2 months, while others are busy and need longer to prepare. We do not charge any additional review fees for any of our contractor courses, reviews, or workshops during your 1 year tuition period.

Do I need to purchase the state reference books?

Yes. The state exam is open book and to pass it you will need to have of the business and finance and trade books specific to your license. We also highly recommend purchasing the related tabs. Our curriculum is built around teaching you how to navigate these books quickly so that you will successfully pass the exams and get your license. Books and tabs can be purchased during the enrollment process either through the website, over the phone, or by visiting our online bookstore and selecting the complete sets related to the license you are pursuing.

Online bookstore links: Division 1 Contractor Books | Division 2 Contractor Books