Become a Florida Certified Residential Contractor Today!

Welcome to Gold Coast School of Construction

If you have been thinking about becoming a licensed residential contractor, you have come to the right place. Gold Coast School of Construction is the leader in education for residential contractor licensing in the state of Florida. Whether you choose classroom or online learning, you will be guided through your course with a curriculum that will give both the knowledge and confidence needed to get your license and start your residential contracting career.

See below for complete details. Our helpful career counselors are also available at 1-800-732-9140 for any questions that you have.

Choose the Residential Contractor package that is right for you.

Gold Coast School of Construction offers in-classroom, livestream and 24/7 on demand flexible learning options to best fit your needs.

Livestream any class from any campus or attend in-person classes at the convenience of your schedule.

Classroom and livestream schedule available below.

Course Essentials

Business & Finance
Trade Knowledge
- In-class
- Livestream
Unlimited online practice exams
Orientation
Virtual office hours
Weekend Workshop ($429 value!)

$1,199

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Or 4-interest-free payments with

Complete Book Set

Complete set of Division I books needed to pass your exam
- Complete set of state reference materials
- Lifetime set of books for future reference
- Build and develop your professional career
- Your personalized toolbox

*Book tabs & highlighting guides offered at checkout!

$1,660

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Or 4-interest-free payments with

Premium Course + Book Set

Business & Finance
Trade Knowledge
- In-class
- Livestream
Unlimited online practice exams
Orientation
Virtual office hours
Weekend Workshop ($429 value!)
Complete set of Division I books needed to pass your exam
Complete set of Division I book tabs & highlighting guides ($300 value!)

$2,899

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Or 4-interest-free payments with

Livestream Courses

Our Instructors aren’t just great teachers — they’re working Contractors with years of real-world expertise and extensive trade knowledge who are committed to helping you pass the state exams. Attend our live classes in person at your local Gold Coast Campus or Livestream via Zoom.

Livestream Open House

Attend our Livestream Open House held on the first and third Tuesdays of every month from 5:00pm to 6:00pm EST. We provide a complete overview of the exam prep program, experience requirements, application process, and everything you need to know to get started. You will also have the chance to ask questions about the program and the licensing process: Register Now!

Watch On Demand

View our livestream classroom experience anytime, anywhere and even on mobile!

Classroom Tuition Includes Everything You Need To Pass Your Florida Residential Contractor Exam

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 study manual provides expert tips and tricks to answering typical state exam questions plus hundreds of additional practice 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 professionally developed questions from the state-approved content areas.

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.

License Requirements

Residential Contractor License Requirements In Florida:

In the state of Florida, becoming a licensed residential contractor involves meeting the age, credit, and experience/education requirements before licensure will be granted. Gold Coast is committed to helping you achieve your residential contractor license from start to finish. If you have you any questions about our exam prep program, including the license requirements below, please call our helpful career counselors at 1-800-732-9140.

The following applies to all residential contractor 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 posting a licensing bond. This bond can be reduced by 50% upon completing a Financial Responsibility course.
Four years of proven residential construction experience. (FAR 61G4-15.001)
- You do not have to have the necessary residential contractor 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: 3 years of any accredited college credits can be used in place of construction experience regardless of the subject matter/courses.

Important note about experience:

The experience must be verifiable and under a licensed 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.

Doral (South Miami)

11250 N.W. 20th Street
Miami, FL 33172

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North Miami

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

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Tamarac (Broward)

5600 Hiatus Road
Tamarac, FL 33321

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West Palm Beach

6216 S. Congress Avenue
Lantana, FL 33462

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East Orlando

3505 Lake Lynda Dr Building 300
Orlando, FL 32817

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North Orlando

5104 N. Orange Blossom Trail Suite 114
Orlando, FL 32810

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Boca Raton

2600 N. Military Trail, Suite 150
Boca Raton, FL 33431
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We are committed to answering all of your questions. Below are common questions students have about our 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 program 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: Click Here!

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 contractor state reference books?

Yes. The contractor state exams are open book and to pass you will need to have of the business and finance and trade books. 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

When do my classes start?

Classes start as soon as you register! Your enrollment allows you access to classes on-campus and On-Demand. You can view the On-Demand video library immediately, and you can attend your classes on-campus or Livestream following this schedule:
Monday – Boca Campus and Livestream, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Tuesday – Doral & Tamarac (Spanish) and Livestream, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Wednesday – Lantana & North Miami and Livestream, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Thursday – Dora (Spanish) & Tamarac and Livestream, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Friday – Livestream Only, 4:00pm-6:30pm
All Livestream links are added to your registration. See the Program Schedule for more details.