Contractors State License Schools

Sarah is great, really help me to pass my test
They always keep me on track with things to get done prior my test.
They help me fill out mi paper work.
They are awesome

Clear and concise. Just follow along and you’ll pass. Also instructor was quite passionate about the information she was conveying which makes for easier retention. Pegi was a big help in getting what i needed too

After enrolling and paying up front, in full, I later learned that the class I was taking was NOT designed for my individual trade study. It was a generalized class that had multiple trades in it at the same time, making learning confusing. After requesting help from a person, the secretary would continue to insist that the cd’s provided in the «course materials binder «would suffice any questions that I may or may not have. The classroom has a bathroom located inside the classroom, right next to the instructor. Yes you hear Everything that’s happening inside the bathroom! The «classroom» is small and cramped. 22′ x22’ square and absolutely inadequate for any student looking for seclusion or peace n quiet while overlooking their materials.
The tables are folding type like those used at a banquet hall or party rental. The study materials are placed into a binder so large, you feel as if you’re back in middle school. After taking this course, I realized that this program is not the correct fit for me. It wasn’t designed for you to learn, it’s designed for profit. I say that because after explaining my situation to the administrator she told me «Sorry you signed a contract and its binding» as opposed to offering me «Extra help, extending the classes to a later date, a partial refund, a different course study program, a full refund and or ANY supportive information in any way. I left feeling Dissappointed, Slighted, and robbed. I’ve emailed and called asking for some form of refund or apology for being swindled into paying upfront, but with no luck. This school isn’t what it should be, and it’s disappointing.

Well it worked just like they said. Go to class, do the study guide, attended the crash course and you will pass one the first time! You will also learn a lot more than you thought when you sign up. Don’t waste your time just go to these folks and get a License.

I have been waiting for years to take this class. This has been one of the most important decisions in my life, for me and my family. I am so glad I chose Contractor State License Schools. They are extremely thorough and helpful and the class teacher was amazing. Elisa is very knowledgeable and very very good at what she does. If anyone out there is every thinking of getting a contractor license I would suggest going to this school. It was great to get the most updated reading material, and law. Thanks to this school my life has changed for the better!

The woman who runs the shop, Elissa is just the right person for the job. She is extremely proactive and knows the business really well. She took the time out of her day to help me with my bond today and I have found her to always be available for any questions that arise. I especially liked the online testing and the CDs, as I could fill in with studying in the car.
Go see Elissa, she is a huge help and will help you through the entire process.

I love this school. Very Helpful. The person that works at the school is very special, Elisa is the best. The whole process was very easy. I studied hard and got my license.
The online testing is really gooooood! Did I say good? I mean great!!! You can take the online tests as many times as you want. If your online subscription expires then you can buy more time each month. I purchased extra months.
Elisa helps student’s fill out the application. The application is the hardest darn part. She does an extra good job and was outstanding!!!
If you do the studies, online tests and work hard, you will get your license. The teacher, Mary was also awesome. The study materials are on the money! Awesome.
Of all the things the online testing was super helpful. I also read the books and used the CD’s. I did the online testing every single day for 20 minutes. Sometimes I did it for one hour. My last day I did the test about six times. It was super great!!!
The Crash Course was very interesting and helpful. I went to Sacramento for the Crash Course and Joe was very good. Mary and Joe are good at explaining and making things easy to understand.
I did purchase the Spanish version of all the materials. This was super helpful. Spanish is my main language but this program helped me every step of the way. Can not say enough good things about Elisa, Mary, Joe, Roxanne and the entire team of people that really support us in a Professional way.
I happen to live near by but the location is super easy to get in and out of after or during my work hours. The school is beautiful and super clean. Nice place to go study when I had some extra time in the day.
I can honestly say: I LOVED THIS ENTIRE SCHOOL, LEARNING PROCESS.
I will go back to get additional licenses and certifications. This place is awesome!!~!

I would like to commend and thank Alicia for her outstanding ability to communicate very clearly what the oppertunities and study options that are available at CSLB for completing the Application through earning my Contractors license process.
Alicia was kind patient understanding and very professional while Alicia guided me through the process of applying for, studying and completing earning my Contractors licencing process.
I would highly reccomend Alicia to anyone looking to better their lives by earning a Contractor’s license.
I went in there feeling scared nervous and confused. I came out feeling smart confident and proud.
Alicia is wonderful.
Jim Jackson

So… where do I start?
I passed, but why… I studied my ass off.
I signed up — received my materials… went to all my classes, I signed up for all the additional classes.
Here is the breakdown… each office, in each city — bad mouthed each other… of the 3 different locations I went to (for a total of 5 different «instructors’) each with the exception of one (instructor) taught me NOTHING!
What I learned was how to take a test or relearn test taking skills — Valuable
What the test would be like — Valuable
What I found — The CD’s and DVD are a great sleeping pills (much like the instructors I encountered)…use caution when driving and listening to them… you could fall asleep at the wheel!
The online tests were slow — a need for an upgraded server is in order here– but if you i you get online a 4 am, it works fine.
The site crashed a total of 3 times — but you can start again where you left off (I guess they figured that part out).
That being hired as a instructor, doesn’t make you a teacher!
I found that all but one of the instructors, to be lacking in the skills necessary to instruct their students… reading from a book… doesn’t make you a teacher, handing you a test after having had to listen to you reading. after you read from the same book in my study materials from does not make you an instructor.
I was put in a very difficult situation, with a lot of people counting on me… I passed but I had over 25 years in the filed.
I would caution anyone wanting to get their contractors license to contact the California State Contractor Board and find out who and what they recommend.
Just because your across the street from the CSLB does not equate to a recommendation — what it does is take advantage of people who are trying to get ahead in life,

I would like to thank Elisa and Roxanne for a great experience! I went to the school worried about how to move forward with my license and left there confident about what I’m doing. This school even helped me obtain my corporation which was easy, (but it does take about 3 months) keep this in mind when planning your business. So I got the full package which included online, computer and in class study plus a crash course before my test. All these tools helped me pass my law and trade test on the first go and I was sick with a fever when I took the test. Thanks again to the staff and teachers I will continue to use your services for future certifications and math tutoring.

The CSLS was so key to me passing my state exam. The study material and the crash course made it easy, thanks csls!

My husband has been a contractor for many years. I was looking into getting some supplemental licenses for his business. I called Contractor’s State License School in San Rafael because that was going to be most convenient for me. I met with Elisa that runs the school and she stepped me through all the various programs. The school is so helpful and offers so many courses. I was a bit overwhelmed by my choices and ways to study, at home, online, in class and crash courses! Elisa shared with me the school will even help incorporate, dba, insurance and bonds. This place is a gem! Glad I found it. Awesome!

I feel this «school» is very poorly organized. Not one thing that has to do with a time line has been done on time.
After charging my card $ 695 over the phone, I felt the need to make a verbal request for a receipt of some sort. The lady assured me she would send me an email breaking down the charges. 48 hrs passed and I still didn’t have a receipt. I had to send and email requesting some sort of receipt. They sent me a link to online practice tests, but no receipt.
One week later I was advised by phone call that my study materials had arrived at the San Rafael location. (This binder I later found out is valued at $ 300 and is not refundable). I arrived at the San Rafael school for my orientation and to pick up my binder. The woman goes over everything that binds me to the program and has me sign and initial a few forms basically stating there is no way I’m getting my money back. She tells me I will get an email 3 or 4 days prior to my online class starting up. She lets me know that I have only so many hours before it starts to sign up, and if I don’t show up I may not be eligible to reschedule without paying additional fees. She proceeds to let me know my online course will start a week away on May 5^th.
May 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd and 4^th all come and go with no email to sign up for the class. May 5^th arrives…12pm 1pm… ok Enough… I call and remind them to send me the «important» email I need to get to sign up for classes. They say oh. uh oh… yeah let me send that out. 2 ½ hrs before class starts I get the email I was supposed to get days in advance.
I’m fed up and just want out at this point. Things have just been too sloppy and just aren’t leaving me feeling confident. So I call the main office for Contractors State License Services. After some phone tag I get a sales rep who wants to offer me «more services at no cost» and is” very sorry we started out like this”. He told me I can’t get a refund for the binder… And if I want a refund I need to email him the reason why. When I asked for his email address, he asked for mine, (at this point I had provided my name, number and email it seemed to be a million times). He tells me «oh I’ll just shoot you a quick email that way I have yours and you’ve got mine!.» We hung up. He never sent an email or provided his email address.
So I’m just done with this place. I’m currently still trying to get a full or partial refund. The sales rep insisted they get business from word of mouth…
WELCOME TO Unilocal ;)