Florida Contractor Continuing Education
Online Courses Now Available!
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In order to renew your contractor license, Florida requires 14 hours of continuing education to be completed by August 31 every two years depending on the type of license. This includes a minimum of 1 hour each of Advanced Building Code, Workers Compensation, Workplace Safety, Laws & Rules, and Business Practices. Our 14-hour package below includes ALL of these topics. The courses below are approved by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board, our CE course provider number is PVD1314.
Approved Online Courses NEW!
Special Note: These courses are not available in a booklet and can only be completed online. You will receive a link to the course in your receipt with instructions to complete the course online.
| Course Title | Hours | Price |
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| New for Renewals! 14-hour Bundle (Save $41) – includes
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14 | $99.00Add to cart
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| 5 Hour Contracting Essentials (0614144) | 5 | $50.00Add to cart |
| Aging in Place (0614082) | 3 | $30.00Add to cart |
| Energy Efficient Homes (0614072) | 3 | $30.00Add to cart |
| Florida Building Code 7th Edition (0613832) | 2 | $20.00Add to cart |
| Pool Electrical Requirements for Florida Contractors (0613613) | 1 | $10.00Add to cart |
Approved Correspondence Courses
| Course Title | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|
 New for Renewals!14-hour Bundle (Save $41) – includes
Special Note for CPC License (Certified pool/spa Contractor): Effective beginning with 2019 renewal: 14 hours of CE must include 1 hour of pool electrical requirements. Purchase the “Pool Electrical Requirements” course above in addition to the 14-hour Package to meet this requirement. |
14 | $99.00Add to cart
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| Florida Contractor 5 Hour Specialty Course – 2020 (0613397) | 5 | $50.00Add to cart |
| Existing Building & Energy Conservation: An Advanced Building Code Course (0613396) | 2 | $20.00Add to cart |
| Taking Shelter from the Storm: Building a Safe Room (0613316) | 4 | $40.00Add to cart |
| The Cost Benefits of Insulated Concrete Forms (0613315) | 3 | $30.00Add to cart |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you report my results to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board?
Yes, we report all continuing education results electronically to the Florida CILB, making it easier for you to renew your license.
Do you offer the mandatory advanced building code course for Florida?
Yes, we offer the advanced building code course. It is fully approved by the CILB and the FL Building Commission.
Do you offer the 1-hour Pool Electrical Requirements course for CPC Licensees?
Yes, we offer the 1-hour mandatory Pool Electrical Requirements course for Certified Pool/Spa Contractors. It is fully approved by the CILB. This course is only offered in an online format. Click here to take the course today.
Do you still offer correspondence courses?
Yes, our 2020 courses are still approved and available as correspondence courses. After purchasing one of the approved correspondence courses, the course content and a link to the final exam will be emailed to you along with the receipt. The final exams can be submitted via mail, fax, email, or through our website. To submit through our website, you will use the final exam link included in the receipt.
Do you provide me with a certificate of completion when I finish your continuing education course?
Yes, all graduates of our Florida contractor continuing education course will receive a certificate of completion. For online courses you will be able to download your certificate upon completion of that course. Correspondence course certifications can be emailed, mailed, or faxed to you.
Do I need to provide my certificate to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board to prove that I completed my continuing education when I renew my license?
The FL CILB may ask you to provide them with a copy of your continuing education certificate so be sure to hang on to it. You can find out more by visiting the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.
What’s in the 5-hour Contracting Essentials online continuing education course?
The 5-hour Contracting Essentials course covers Workplace Safety, Workers’ Compensation, Laws and Rules, Business Practices, and Wind Mitigation.
Can I take this course on my phone?
Yes, our courses are mobile compatible. You can finish your continuing education using your phone, tablet, or computer.
Are all continuing education courses approved for license renewal in Florida?
No, not all continuing education courses are approved in Florida for license renewal. Before taking a course other than ours, you will want to make sure that the course if fully approved by the state.
Do you renew my Florida license for me?
No. Completing your continuing education credits does not complete the renewal of your license. Once you have completed all of your required continuing education, you must pay the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board the license renewal fees in order to renew your license.
What if I still have questions about completing my Florida continuing education?
No problem. Just call our continuing education specialists at (888) 564-9098 or email us at support@pdhacademy.com and they can walk you through what you need to do to complete your Florida contractor continuing education.
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