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Virginia DPOR Approved

Virginia Contractor License
Exam Preparation

Live, in-person, instructor-led classes that give you exactly what you need to pass your Virginia contractor exam — and nothing you don't. One session. Real results.

View Virginia Courses How the Process Works
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✅Nearly 100% First-Time Pass Rate
Step 1 — Choose Your Class

Which Virginia Contractor
License Class Do You Need?

Your license class determines the size of projects you can legally perform. Choose based on your current work — and where you're headed.

C
Class C License
Up to ~$30,000 per project  ·  $250,000/year
  • ✓ Best entry point into licensing
  • ✓ No Business/Law exam required
  • ✓ Fastest path to your first license
  • → Limited earning ceiling
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B
Class B License
Up to ~$150,000 per project  ·  ~$1,000,000/year
  • ✓ Covers most mid-size residential & commercial
  • ✓ Business/Law exam required (no approval needed first)
  • ✓ Balances access and earning potential
  • ✓ Can upgrade to Class A later
View Class B Options
A
Class A License
Unlimited project size  ·  Unlimited annual revenue
  • ✓ No restrictions on project or annual work volume
  • ✓ Maximum flexibility for business growth
  • ✓ Business/Law exam required
  • → Stricter financial & experience requirements
View Class A Options

Not sure which class fits your work? (703) 475-0314 — call and we'll guide you directly.

Step 2 — Choose Your Specialty

Which Contractor Specialty
Do You Need?

Your specialty determines the type of work you can legally perform — and it must be selected before you submit your application. Choose based on your actual work and experience.

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RBC
Residential Building Contractor
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HIC
Home Improvement Contractor
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CIC
Commercial Improvement Contractor
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H/H
Highway Heavy Contractor
Important: You choose your specialty before submitting your DPOR application. The specialty exam comes after DPOR approves your application — not before. Need help choosing? Call us.
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Important — Before You Register for a Specialty Course

For all Virginia specialty exam prep courses (HIC, RBC, CIC, and H/H), you MUST already have received pre-approval from DPOR and have your PSI exam scheduled within a few days of the class. This ensures you sit for the exam while the material is fresh. The Mandatory 8-Hour Pre-License course and the business/law (Class A/B) exam prep course do not require prior approval — though we still encourage you to schedule your business/law (Class A/B) exam 3–5 days after class.

The Licensing Process

6 Steps to Your Virginia Contractor License

Understanding where you are in the process helps you choose the right class at the right time. Here's the full picture:

1

Take the Mandatory 8-Hour Pre-License Course

Virginia requires all applicants to complete an 8-hour pre-license education course before applying. Available online or via Zoom.

We offer this course
2

Choose Your License Class

Decide whether you need a Class A, B, or C license based on your experience, net worth, and the size of projects you'll perform.

3

Pass the Business/Law Exam

This is required for Class A and Class B licenses. Class C is exempt from this exam.

We offer this course
4

Choose Your Specialty

Select at least one DPOR specialty (HIC, RBC, CIC, H/H, etc.) based on the type of contracting work your business will perform.

5

Submit Your Application to DPOR for Approval

Submit your DPOR application. Once pre-approved, you'll receive authorization to sit for the specialty exam. Do this before registering for our specialty courses.

6

Take Our Exam Prep Class, Pass Your Specialty Exam, Receive Your License

Register for our exclusively and completely live, in-person only instructor-led exam prep class. Schedule your PSI exam within a few days of class while the material is fresh. Nearly 100% of our students pass on the first try. After passing, your Virginia contractor license is issued and you're ready to work.

We offer this course
Why Choose Us

Exclusively and Completely Live, In-Person Only, Instructor-Led

Every class we offer is taught live by a real instructor in a real room. No recordings. No self-paced modules. No "watch a video and hope for the best." There's a reason nearly 100% of our students pass on their first attempt.

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Real Instructor

A trained instructor who knows the material inside and out — and can answer your questions on the spot.

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Exam-Focused

We train to the specific exam — nothing more, nothing less. No fluff, no filler.

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One Session

3½ to 4½ hours. One Tuesday or Wednesday. That's all it takes when the instruction is right.

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Everything Included

All materials needed. No hidden fees. No textbooks to buy. One price covers everything.

Virginia Courses

Choose the Course That Matches Your License Needs

Not sure which course you need? Choose based upon where you are in the process, the class of license and your specialty.

Step 1 — Required for All Applicants Online / Zoom

Mandatory 8-Hour Pre-License Course

Virginia DPOR requires all contractor license applicants to complete an 8-hour pre-license education course before applying. This course satisfies that requirement. Available as an online tutorial or via Zoom — the only remote option we offer.

⏱ 8 Hours 💻 Online or Zoom ✅ DPOR Required
Who needs this: Every Virginia contractor license applicant — regardless of class of license or specialty. This is always Step 1.
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No DPOR pre-approval needed.

$160/$119 per person
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VA Contractor License Live · In-Person

Business & Law / Class A & B Exam Prep

Covers the Virginia contractor business and law exam — the core exam required for all Class A and Class B contractor licenses. Our instructor walks you through exactly how the exam is structured and how to navigate the codebook quickly and confidently.

⏱ 4½ Hours 📍 Tysons Corner, VA One Wednesday session each month
Who needs this: Applicants pursuing a Class A or Class B Virginia contractor license in any specialty.
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Before registering: We strongly recommend that you have your multi-part exam scheduled 2-5 days after the class date.

No DPOR approval needed for this course and exam.

$735 per person · all materials included
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VA Specialty — Residential Live · In-Person

Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) Exam Prep

Prepares you for the PSI specialty exam required to obtain the Virginia Home Improvement Contractor license. Covers the exact code sections, Virginia contractor law, and business principles tested on the HIC exam — nothing more, nothing less.

⏱ 3½ Hours 📍 Tysons Corner, VA One Tuesday session each month
Who needs this: Applicants pursuing the HIC specialty — allows residential improvement projects across Virginia.
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Requirement BEFORE registering: Receive DPOR pre-approval and schedule your PSI exam within a few days of class.

$873 per person · materials included
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VA Specialty — Residential Live · In-Person

Residential Building Contractor (RBC) Exam Prep

Prepares you for the PSI specialty exam for the Residential Building Contractor license — a broader residential specialty that encompasses new construction and larger residential projects. Our instructor focuses on the specific sections and patterns that appear on the RBC exam.

⏱ 3½ Hours 📍 Tysons Corner, VA One Tuesday session each month
Who needs this: Applicants pursuing the RBC specialty — a larger umbrella specialty covering residential building and construction.
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Requirement BEFORE registering: Receive DPOR pre-approval and schedule your PSI exam within a few days of class.

$879 per person · materials included
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VA Specialty — Commercial Live · In-Person

Commercial Improvement Contractor (CIC) Exam Prep

Targeted preparation for the CIC specialty exam. Covers the Virginia commercial contracting code sections, business law, and exam structure for the Commercial Improvement Contractor specialty — one of the most in-demand commercial licenses in Virginia.

⏱ 3½ Hours 📍 Tysons Corner, VA One Tuesday session each month
Who needs this: Applicants pursuing the CIC specialty — covers commercial improvement and renovation projects.
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Requirement BEFORE registering: Receive DPOR pre-approval and schedule your PSI exam within a few days of class.

$1,241 per person · materials included
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VA Specialty — Highway & Heavy Live · In-Person

Highway/Heavy (H/H) Contractor Exam Prep

Comprehensive preparation for the Highway and Heavy specialty exam — one of Virginia's most complex contractor license specialties. Our instructor covers the specific technical and law sections of the H/H exam with a focus on exam navigation and answer strategy.

⏱ 3½ Hours 📍 Tysons Corner, VA One Tuesday session each month
Who needs this: Applicants pursuing the H/H specialty — covers highway construction, heavy civil, and infrastructure projects.
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Requirement BEFORE registering: Receive DPOR pre-approval and schedule your PSI exam within a few days of class.
Fee includes a $420 deposit for use of loaned reference materials. Upon return, the deposit is refunded.

$1,781 per person · materials included
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How It Works

The Virginia Licensing Process — Simplified

Steps 1–4 can be completed in any order. All must be done before submitting your application (Step 5). The specialty exam comes only after DPOR approval.

1–4
Pre-Application Phase
Complete pre-license course · Choose class of license & specialty · Pass Business/Law exam (A & B) · Establish business entity. Any order.
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Submit DPOR Application and Receive Specialty Exam Approval
Submit application with all pre-application steps complete. Submitting early without the B/L exam will stall your application.
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Pass Exam → Get Licensed
Take and pass your specialty exam through PSI. Receive your Virginia contractor license.
Everything Included

One Price.
No Surprises.

  • ✓ All course materials provided on class day
  • ✓ Live Q&A — instructor doesn't move on until everyone understands
  • ✓ Reference material navigation mastery — find answers in seconds
  • ✓ Exam logic training — understand how to work out answers
  • ✓ Second-session option if needed — we stand behind our process
  • ✓ Proprietary super-learning system — can't be replicated online
🛡️ Confidence Guarantee

Attend class, follow the process, schedule your exam within the recommended window — and if you need additional support, we make it right. Second-session option available.

Why Contractors Choose Us
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Super-Learning Method
Information embedded at a deeper level — faster and more durably than conventional teaching.
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Reference Navigation Mastery
Exam is open book. We train you to find any answer in seconds — not minutes.
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Live Instructor Adaptation
If something isn't landing, the instructor adjusts in real time. No video can do this.
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Exam Logic Training
We teach the logic behind each question type — so you can work out answers you've never seen.
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to complete the licensing steps in a specific order?
No. Steps 1–4 (choosing your class and specialty, completing the pre-license course, passing the Business/Law exam if required, and establishing your business entity) can be done in any order. However, all of them must be completed before submitting your application to DPOR.
Do I need approval before taking the Business/Law exam?
No. The Business/Law exam (required for Class A and B) can be taken at any time without DPOR approval. However, if you submit your application before passing it, DPOR will hold your application and not process it until you pass.
Do I need approval before taking my specialty exam?
Yes. Unlike the Business/Law exam, the specialty exam requires DPOR approval first. You receive that approval after submitting a complete application (with the Business/Law exam passed, if required for your class).
Can I use experience from another state or country?
Yes. DPOR accepts out-of-state and international experience as long as it is clearly described, relevant to your specialty, and properly verified by a qualified individual who has direct knowledge of your work.
Can I add a specialty to my existing Virginia license?
Yes. You do not need a new license. You apply to add the specialty to your existing license, receive DPOR approval, and then pass the specialty exam. Many contractors hold multiple specialties on one license.
Does a felony or misdemeanor prevent me from getting licensed?
Not automatically. DPOR reviews each application individually. Factors include the nature and timing of the offense, its relevance to contracting work, and evidence of stability. Honest disclosure is critical — failure to disclose is often treated more seriously than the offense itself.
Class Location

Where Our Virginia Classes Are Held

All live, in-person Virginia specialty courses are held at our Tysons Corner training facility. The Mandatory 8-Hour Pre-License course is available online or via Zoom.

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Tysons Corner, Virginia

1765 Greensboro Station Pl · Tower 1 - 9th Floor · Tyson's Corner/McLean, VA 22102
Conveniently located off I-495, with ample parking available.

All specialty exam prep courses · Sessions Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Afternoon: 1:00PM – 4:30PM Afternoon extended: 1:00PM – 5:30PM Evening: 6:00PM – 9:30PM
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Seats are limited — these are live, in-person classes with real instructors and real accountability. Don't let "I'll do it later" push your license back another month.

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