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Contractor Licensing Exam The State of Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry offers four types of contractor licenses: - Residential Building Contractor

- Residential Roofer

- Residential Remodeler

- Manufactured Home Installer

To qualify to become a licensed MN Residential Building Contractor, individuals must pass the Residential Construction Contractor Exam. The exam consists of 110 multiple-choice questions, and a score of 70% or greater is required to pass. Applicants are given four hours to complete the exam, which includes questions

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on Minnesota laws and business practices plus construction techniques and building code requirements. A copy of the State Building Code will be provided for reference during

The EPA is increasing enforcement of the 2008 lead-paint safety certification!

Fines can total $37,500 per offense, per day!

the exam.

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along with the required $50 exam application fee. The exam is offered at DLI’s offices in St. Paul,

This rule applies to anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs

as well as sites in Duluth, St. Cloud, Detroit Lakes, Granite Falls, and Owatonna.

paint in housing and child care facilities built before 1978, such as

For more information on the exam, please visit www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/RBCExam.

EPA Lead-Safe Certification Individuals must successfully complete an 8-hour initial renovator training course offered by an accredited training provider. This training includes a hands-on training component, as well as

January–December 2015

www.epa.gov/lead/rrp/lscp-renovation-firm.

Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. Included in the course are test-taking tips, tactics, and over 200 practice exam questions. Delivered by experienced exam needed to pass the exam the first time.

and special trade contractors, including:

According to the EPA 2008 Lead Rule, anyone who disturbs greater than 20 square feet of lead-based paint on an exterior wall, or disturbs an area greater than 6 square feet of interior paint per room, needs to be trained in lead-safe work practices. Kaplan’s

- Painters

- Carpenters

- Electricians

Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program gives you all the information,

- Plumbers

- Roofers

- HVAC Technicians

course will walk you through job setup, lead-safe construction techniques, and the

training, and forms you need to comply with this federal requirement. This hands-on proper methods for jobsite cleanup and verification.

Kaplan’s Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program

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fulfills the mandatory 8-hour EPA training class requirement and has been

Would you like to begin a new career or earn extra income? Use your current skills in the

approved for accreditation by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency,

construction industry as a home inspector! Kaplan’s home inspection training programs

as well as the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, for contractor Home Inspection National Exam

Contractor Licensing Exam Course covers all the exam content published by the

EPA Lead-Safe Certification

course, individuals will be given a certificate of completion with a unique identification number

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The state requires all contractors to pass an exam. The How to Pass the Minnesota

general contractors, residential rental property owners and managers,

an exam which is administered by the education provider. Upon successful completion of the showing you have received the mandatory training.

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prep instructors, you will leave this comprehensive two-day course with the knowledge

There are no prerequisite experience or educational requirements to take the residential building contractor or remodeler exam. You can apply online or submit an application to CCLD

Kaplan Contractor Education gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pass the Minnesota Contractor Licensing Exam, earn your Lead RRP Certification, or become a successful home inspector!

will prepare you to make the change from home construction to home inspection. These

continuing education.

engaging live classroom courses feature our hands-on inspection training lab, and each student will perform live, on-site field inspections.

While there are no licensing exam requirements to become a private home inspector in Minnesota, individuals may wish to become licensed nationally. Individuals can become

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licensed nationally by taking the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE). By taking this exam, you will be able to assess your skill, knowledge, and experience against national

“I have used Kaplan educational services since Minnesota first adopted the contractor licensing program. I have never been disappointed in the content or presentation.”

standards. These standards need to be met to join many of the Home Inspection Associations. The exam is administered by the testing authority PSI throughout the United States.

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For more information on the National Home Inspector Exam, please visit www.homeinspectionexam.org.

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EPA Lead-Safe Certification

Home Inspection Training

How to Pass the Minnesota Contractor Licensing Exam

Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP)*

As the premier home inspection school in North America, Kaplan has provided in-depth

To obtain a Minnesota Residential Building Contractor License, you must pass an exam

This is a federal regulatory program affecting contractors, property managers, and others who

training for thousands of home inspection professionals since 1987. We’ll teach you

administered by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. The exam covers Minnesota

disturb lead-based paint. This program was enacted by the EPA 2008 Lead Rule. The EPA has

everything you need to know to be a successful home inspector.

laws and business practices plus construction techniques and building code requirements.

increased enforcement of the rule by finding and fining non-compliant contractors.

How to Pass the Minnesota Contractor Licensing Exam covers everything you need to know

This rule applies to anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and

draw from years of personal experience. They know what it takes to run a successful home

to pass the exams. This course takes a comprehensive in-depth approach to cover all the

child care facilities built before 1978, such as:

inspection business.

exam content, preparing you for what’s on the exam and how to study for it. Using a series of practical, easy-to-follow steps, our knowledgeable instructors cover critical content from employment laws and OSHA to financial statements, admixtures, nailing schedules, and building code requirements. The exam consists of 110 multiple-choice questions, and a score of 70% or greater is required to pass. Applicants are given four hours to complete the exam, which includes questions on Minnesota laws and business practices, plus construction techniques and building code requirements. A copy of the State Building Code will be provided for reference during the exam.

• General contractors • Special trade contractors, including: – Painters

– Carpenters



– Plumbers

– Electricians

room inside, or activities that disturb greater than 20 square feet on the exterior. This work also includes window replacement and projects involving demolition. Generally this work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Authority for Zoning

• Enforcement/Licensing

• Administration

• Liens

• Management

• Remodeling, repair, and maintenance

• Painting

• Electrical

• Carpentry

• Plumbing

• Window replacement

In many municipalities, prime contractors need to show their certification before pulling a

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permit. The EPA can levy fines up to $37,500 per day, per incident.

• Plans and Specifications

• Concrete and Masonry

• Foam Plastic Insulation

• Energy Code Envelope Criteria

• Carpentry

• Interior Finishes

• Life Safety

• Roofing

• Associated Trades

• Sitework

• Exterior Finishes

• Job Site Safety

Energy hour will be offered free of charge to contractors taking this course.

Inspection Business, 6-Day Course: Home Inspection–Fast Track, or the 11-Day Course: Home

to access professional instruction anytime and anywhere you have an

Inspection–Enhanced, much of your instruction will take place in our state-of-the-art home

Internet connection. Filled with studio and “onsite” video learning,

inspection lab, providing a hands-on learning experience. Here, you can apply what you have

OnDemand courses engage, enlighten, and entertain!

live inspections and writing up actual reports.

St. Paul

Jun 23–24

Jan 6–7

Mar 10–11

Transition Into Home Inspection: Part or Full Time? How to Start a Profitable Inspection Business | 2 Days Class runs 8:00 am–4:00 pm each day.

Bloomington

May 5–6

Jul 14–15

Sep 15–16 Nov 17-18

This course is not a prerequisite for taking the Minnesota exam.

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Feb 20–21

May 1–2

This course is offered at two convenient sites near the Twin Cities.

$199

Class runs from 8:00 am–5:00 pm.

St. Paul

Jan 8

Feb 13

Mar 9

Aug 10

Oct 20

Nov 13

Jan 27

Feb 25

Mar 27

Apr 16

May 12

Jul 15

Jun 19

Sep 10

Dec 9

*Qualifies for 8 credits Minnesota contractor and real estate CE. Does not include energy hour.

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Jan 5–10

Apr 13–18

11-Day Course: Home Inspection–Enhanced

Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP)

Bloomington Apr 7–8

convenient classroom locations around the Twin Cities metro area.

$245

Classroom Locations Our inviting classrooms and approachable instructors make learning fun and easy. Select the best location for you: St. Paul, Plymouth, or Bloomington. All you need to do is register. Call 877.749.6852 It’s that simple!

Also available as an OnDemand Course!

$1,599

Class runs 8:00 am–6:00 pm each day. Live Classroom

Mar 24–25 Apr 21–22 May 19–20 Aug 11–12 Oct 13–14 Dec 15–16

Feb 17–18

environment with maximum teacher/student interaction. You’ll find three

for professional home inspectors.

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Plymouth

Feb 3–4

Our live classroom courses are for students who prefer a learning

No matter which format you choose, Kaplan offers the most comprehensive training available

Class runs 8:00 am–5:00 pm each day. Bloomington

Bloomington

Live Classroom

6-Day Course: Home Inspection–Fast Track

$259

Cities. Class runs from 8:00 am–4:30 pm each day.

Kaplan’s stunning online OnDemand video lecture format allows you

Live course qualifies for 14 hours of ContractorCE.

Live Classroom

This two-day course is offered at three convenient sites near the Twin

Whether it’s the Transition Into Home Inspection: Part or Full Time? How to Start a Profitable

Bloomington

Check www.KapRE.com/Contractor-HI for class availability.

Study options available:

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For those who are unable to make it to class, Kaplan offers a variety of

learned using hundreds of old and new house components. You will also learn by performing

This work includes such activities that disturb greater than 6 square feet of interior paint per

Business and Law Topics

Home Study

Our expert instructors are seasoned home inspection and construction professionals who

• Residential rental property owners and managers



Choose the Study Method that’s Right for You

Jun 8–13

$2,999

Mar 16–21 & 23–27

St. Paul

Plymouth

Bloomington

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MRA Building

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1295 Bandana Blvd., Suite 245

9805 45th Avenue North

2051 Killebrew Drive, Suite 110

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