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License required for jobs over
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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

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Why CSLS Students Enjoy School

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Why CSLS Students Enjoy School

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”24941″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1457743937853{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Many CSLS graduates will tell you that they didn’t enjoy high school or college, but liked studying with us. How can that be? We are glad you asked, because here are four reasons CSLS students enjoy school more than almost anyone else:

#1: At CSLS there are no more general classes – Most people don’t like school, but do enjoy learning. The difference has to do with the subject matter. When you attend CSLS, you won’t have to take so-called “general” classes like biology or algebra. Instead, everything you learn with us will be geared towards your growth as a construction professional.

#2: When you study with us you know what you’re here for – And the same way, school feels pointless for a lot of students. They may feel as if it’s something that just has to be “checked off the list” before they can move on in life. At CSLS, however, you are moving towards the specific goal of becoming a licensed California contractor. Having that target can be much more motivating.

#3: CSLS only hires instructors with real-world experience – The quality of your education depends a great deal on the instructors who provide it. At CSLS, we only hire teachers with extensive real-world construction experience. That means they know how to help you learn material, but more importantly, they know what it takes to succeed in the construction industry and can provide relevant advice.

#4: CSLS courses are shorter than degree programs – You don’t have to spend years preparing to become a licensed contractor. Our students find that it’s easier to study and stay focused when they know that the finish line is just around the corner, and that they’ll soon be enjoying more opportunities than they’ve had in the past.

The next step in your career is one phone call away. Call the CSLS admissions team today at 800-481-0310 to get started![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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