NASCLA General Contractors Exam

State Requirements and Application

Test Information

Reciprocity

Permitted Work

Nascla Complete Prep Course Combo

This package includes everything you need to pass both your trades and business and law exams. NASCLA is the National Association of State Contractor Licensing Agencies. Passing this open book test serves as your trades exam in 14 NASCLA member states.

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NASCLA General Contractors Exam Prep Course

The most comprehensive study course available! Pass your exam on the first try. You'll have instant online access, audio discs, study guides, and unlimited practice exams. See full description below.

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Nascla Complete Reference Book Set

NASCLA Accredited Contractor Trades Exam Reference Book Set. The Contractor Exam Prep. Course and your state specific business/law book must be purchased separately.

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Nascla Printed Book Tabs

Pre-Printed tabs for all 21 books used in the NASCLA Exam.

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Nascla General Contractors Individual Books

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State Requirements & Application

Requirements:
Be sure to take your test before you submit your application. Before Scheduling the exam you will need to have registered at NASCLA.org

Experience Requirements

The NASCLA EXAM is accepted in 15 states. Each states will have specific Requirements for obtaining a license in their perspective state. To View the state requirements for the state in which you be licensed Select a Specific state to view the requirements.

Board Contact Information:

Contact the state licensing board of the state in which you wish to obtain your license.

Website:

NASCLA.ORG

Fees: $106

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Test Information

Test Information This test covers information in the 12 subject areas below. The questions are created from content in the 21 book set shown below the following chart.
Candidate Information Bulletin: Click here to download the bulletin.

Exam Information
Exam Fee	$106
Number of Questions	115
Passing Score	70% or 81 Questions
Time Limit	330 Minutes

Subject Area Number of Questions

Planning and Estimating 21

Financial and Project Management
21

Safety 19

Site Construction
15

Concrete 8

Masonry 3

Metals 5

Wood Foundations and Framing 5

Thermal Moisture Protection 4

Doors, Windows, and Glazing 5

Finishes 7

Specialty Equip. and Conveyance Systems 2

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Reciprocity

The NASCLA exam is also accepted in the following states Arkansas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, U.S. Virgin Islands, West Virginia

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Permitted Work

Allows for the Construction of Commercial Properties. Check with state to see approval for additional classification of Residential Builder. Some states may allow Residential Building holding a Commercial license.

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