8-Hour Pre-License Education exam prep
The 8-hour pre-license course is required of every Class A, B and C applicant before the Board for Contractors will issue the license. Here are the one package, from $89 to $89, each with one-click checkout. Compare what each one includes, see how the exam works and find the answers to the questions people ask most.
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How do the 8-Hour Pre-License Education options compare?
Prices are the starting price for each option; some offer add-ons at checkout.
| Option | What you get | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Online Exam Prep Course | an online course with practice exams you can take on a phone or laptop | $89 |
How does the 8-Hour Pre-License Education exam work?
The 8-Hour Pre-License Education products cover the business side of a Virginia contractor license, which every Class A and B firm deals with no matter which trade classification it holds.
- Class A and B applicants pass the Virginia and general business portions, written to the NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Virginia edition.
- Every Class A, B and C applicant completes 8 hours of pre-license education.
- PSI runs the exams; the fee is $40 for one portion, $72 for two and $85 for three.
- The exams are open book, with highlighting and permanent tabs allowed in your own references.
Which 8-Hour Pre-License Education option should I choose?
The Online Exam Prep Course at $89 is the lightest way into the 8-Hour Pre-License Education exam: an online course with practice exams you can take on a phone or laptop. The Online Exam Prep Course at $89 adds timed practice you can run on a phone between jobs. Candidates who fail usually run out of time rather than knowledge, so pick the option that gets you fastest through the references, and call (877) 775-9400 if you are unsure.
8-Hour Pre-License Education exam questions
How much does 8-Hour Pre-License Education exam prep cost?
8-Hour Pre-License Education exam prep runs from $89 to $89 across 1 option: Online Exam Prep Course $89.
Is the 8-Hour Pre-License Education exam open book?
Yes. The Virginia exams PSI runs are open book. You bring your own references, which may be highlighted and permanently tabbed; removable flags and loose notes are not allowed.
Who issues the 8-Hour Pre-License Education license or certification in Virginia?
It comes from the Board for Contractors at the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR). Buying a package here does not register you or make you eligible; the board approves you first, and the exam vendor schedules the test.
Do I need the 8-hour pre-license course for a 8-Hour Pre-License Education license?
Yes. Every Class A, B and C applicant completes 8 hours of pre-license education before the Board for Contractors issues the license. For Class A and B it is taken by the designated employee or a member of responsible management.
What does the PSI exam cost?
PSI charges $40 for one portion, $72 for two portions and $85 for three, paid to PSI. The fee is separate from the license application fee the board charges.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Licensing exam questions are confidential. The courses and practice exams are original material written to the same subjects and format, with explanations that point to the reference section.
How do the books and courses arrive?
Printed and rental books ship from our fulfillment center, 1 Exam Prep. Online courses and practice exams arrive by email after purchase, so you can start the same day. Call (877) 775-9400 with any question first.
Sources
- Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)
- PSI candidate bulletin for the Virginia contractor exams
- Code of Virginia, section 54.1-1100: license classes
Licensing facts checked against these pages; last updated . Rules change, so confirm with the board before you apply.