CSLB Quick Facts

License required for jobs over
$1,000
Minimum contractor bond
$25,000
Journey-level experience
4 years
Current exam passing scores
School-observed: 65% for Law & Business and 63% to 71% for trade exams; CSLB does not publish fixed passing scores

The CSLB oversees 46 contractor classifications in California.

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What You Really Get From Enrolling at CSLS

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What You Really Get From Enrolling at CSLS

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”24993″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]CSLS tuition is unlike most of the other expenses or budget items you’ll ever consider. That’s because the “tangible” parts of what we have offer construction professionals – like classroom sessions, textbooks, and other learning materials – don’t really give you an idea of the true value you’re receiving when you register for one of our programs.

For that reason, we think it’s important for potential students to know what they’re really getting when they enroll at CSLS. Here are a few of the benefits we know you’ll love:

Your Best Chance at Becoming a Licensed Contractor

Here at CSLS, we like to say that our 99.9% first-time passing rate is a number that really does speak for itself. Other schools can help you get ready for your test, but none of them do it as effectively or consistently as we do.

All the Support You’ll Need

Of course, there’s more to starting a successful contracting business than just passing your state exam. With resources for financing, incorporation, insurance, and more, we can give you the support you need to get your business off and running on the right foot.

The Opportunity to Become a Better Version of Yourself

Although new students often come to us thinking about what they’ll get from CSLS, the reality is that most of what they get comes from within. In other words, we help you to unlock your potential, but that’s really just about giving you a chance to show off what you can do. A better life is waiting for you, but you have to make the decision to go get it.

Books, Internet courses, and practice exams are all wonderful, but they are only a small part of what you actually get when you enroll at CSLS. The real value is everything that happens along the way… and the possibilities that are opened to you afterwards. Isn’t it time you start asking for more, and getting more for yourself?

Call CSLS admissions today at 800-409-8237 to find the program, schedule, and financial aid package that’s right for you[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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