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Wisconsin Contractor Continuing Education Courses

Continue to Build Your Contracting Career with Kaplan

Do you still need to complete your Wisconsin contractor continuing education? In Wisconsin, a Dwelling Contractor Qualifier licensee must complete 12 hours of approved continuing education during each license period. Kaplan Real Estate Education provides guidance and high-quality education to help you renew your license when the time comes. 

At Kaplan, each of our contractor continuing education courses are developed and presented by experts in the construction industry who bring their knowledge and expertise to every class. Approved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, you can ensure our courses will fulfill your requirements. 

Looking for an engaging, in-person classroom environment? We have Wisconsin-approved contractor continuing education courses located at various locations throughout Minnesota.

If you need to become EPA lead-safe certified, Kaplan has the training course required for all contractors, remodelers, sub-contractors, residential rental property owners, and others working on pre-1978 homes. Our Lead Safe Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP) fulfills the EPA-mandated training to get you certified. 

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Frequently Asked Questions
To become a licensed contractor you must be 18 years old, work at least two to five years in the same trade you want to apply in, pass your trade's contractor exam, obtain liability insurance, and pay the application and licensing fees. Requirements vary by state and locality.
A contractor provides labor or services on a construction project. Contractors work on projects involving alterations, repairs, and new builds to commercial and residential properties. Day-to-day tasks for contractors largely depend on their specialty.
Application and licensing fees to obtain a contractor license can vary from $25 to $400+ depending on the state and the type of contractor license you're pursuing.

To become a general contractor, you'll first need to consider an education in your chosen area of work - residential, commercial, remodel, renovation, supervisory, etc. After studying for and passing your state's general contractor licensing exam, you'll need to start gaining relative work experience. States typically have a minimum requirement for work experience to obtain a general contractor license - contact your state's licensing board for specific requirements.

For subcontracting, a license is not required for minor residential repairs. A specialty license is required for work in specialized trades; including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration.

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