Florida Contractors
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Exam prep built for Florida’s construction licensing exams.

Licensing isn’t just a test—it’s a gate to revenue. Our contractor exam prep is designed to reduce risk and rework by giving you a clear study plan, high-repetition practice, and exam-day execution strategy based on Florida’s reference-based testing model.

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Why Gold Coast Schools?

We have been preparing contractors for Florida licensing exams since 1970. Florida contractor exams reward candidates who can navigate approved references quickly, manage time, and avoid preventable mistakes.

Our Florida contractor license school teaches the content and the mechanics: how to find answers efficiently, how to approach common question formats, and how to prepare across required exam parts. We have courses written by real instructors who are also contractors.

One year of unlimited instruction

One year of unlimited instruction

Online exam simulators that mirror the state test

Online exam simulators that mirror the state test

Learn from licensed contractor instructors

Learn from licensed contractor instructors

Strategies for navigating Florida’s reference-based exams

Strategies for navigating Florida’s reference-based exams

Live, Zoom or in-person classes

Live, Zoom or in-person classes

Intensive 2-day weekend cram workshops

Intensive 2-day weekend cram workshops

Explore Our Construction Exam Prep Courses

Division I

General Contractor

Division I (Unlimited building capabilities)

Unlimited building capabilities.

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Building Contractor

Division I (Unlimited building capabilities)

Building capabilities of commercial or residential up to 3 stories, and unlimited attached residential buildings.

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Residential Contractor

Division I (Unlimited building capabilities)

Building capabilities up to 2 stories, residential only, up to a tri-plex.

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Division II

Electrical Contractor

Division I

Our materials cover all license areas, including statewide certified and jurisdiction-specific registered contractors, ensuring you master the essentials for residential electrical work, utility lines, and advanced alarm systems.

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Roofing Contractor

Division II

Becoming a licensed Roofing Contractor in the state of Florida requires passing a two part licensing exam. Part 1: Trade Knowledge and Part 2: Business and Finance. Gold Coast’s classroom based exam prep program is structured to help you pass both parts.

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Plumbing Contractor

Division II

Becoming a licensed Plumbing Contractor in the state of Florida requires passing a two part licensing exam. Part 1: Trade Knowledge and Part 2: Business and Finance. Gold Coast’s classroom based exam prep program is structured to help you pass both parts.

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Air Conditioning Contractor

Division II

  • Mechanical A/C – qualified to work on medical gas, fuel gas, and A/C units over 25 tons cooling.
  • A/C – (A) Contractor ā€“ qualified to work on units over 25 tons cooling, and over 500,000 BTU heating.
  • A/C- (B) Contractor – qualified to work on units up to 25 tons cooling, and up to 500,000 BTU heating.
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Roofing Contractor

Division II

Becoming a licensed Roofing Contractor in the state of Florida requires passing a two part licensing exam. Part 1: Trade Knowledge and Part 2: Business and Finance. Gold Coast’s classroom based exam prep program is structured to help you pass both parts.

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Inspector Courses

Home Inspector

Inspector Courses:

Any individual that is looking to obtain a Florida Home Inspector license is required to complete and pass a 120 hour DBPR approved pre-licensing course.

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Building Inspector

Inspector Courses:

The Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board require Municipal Building Inspectors to become licensed by passing an intensive 2-day exam.

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Gold Coast has everything you need to prepare for Florida contractor licensing exams—all in one place.

Find Answers Faster with Pre-Tabbed Books

Skip the page flipping. Your references come organized and ready, so you can locate answers quickly during the exam.

Practice Under Real Test Conditions

Time exams that mirror the real test-so you know exactly what to expect on exam day.

Get Everything You Need in One Package

Books, courses, and practice tests-bundled together so you're fully prepared from day one.

Want to know more about the Florida Exams?

Don’t let the paperwork slow you down

Gold Coast School of Construction offers application assistance services designed to reduce avoidable delays and back-and-forth.

Start-Up Application Consultation

$79

Clarify requirements, documentation, and next steps.

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Contractor License Application Processing Service

$979

Work with licensing specialists to prepare your application for submission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sections are on the Florida General Contractor exam?

Florida’s Division 1 General Contractor exam includes three parts: Business & Finance, Contract Administration, and Project Management.

Is the Florida GC exam open-book?

Yes—it's open-book, so the key is learning how to navigate the reference books quickly and accurately under time pressure (not memorizing everything).

What makes Gold Coast’s exam prep different from self-study?

You’ll get a clear game plan for what to study, how to use the books, and how to approach exam-style questions—plus tools like practice exams/simulators and expert instructor-led support to keep you on track.

What’s included with your General Contractor exam prep packages?

Packages vary, but options include the required exam books, professionally tabbed & highlighted materials (select packages), unlimited practice exams, GC exam simulators, student orientation, and weekend cram workshops.

Can I take classes in-person, livestream, or on-demand?

Yes. You can choose in-classroom, livestream, or 24/7 on-demand formats, so you can prep around your work schedule.

Do you help with licensing/eligibility questions too, or only exam prep?

We can help with eligibility and next steps—not just studying—so you know exactly what to do after you pass. For guidance (and help choosing the right package), call 1-800-732- 9140.

Contractor Program Testimonials

Just wanted to say thanks for all the help. The courses and study material helped a lot. Passed on the first try for all 3 examns and never doubted I was prepared.

Brandon

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