General Contractor's license.  What kind of college degree is needed?
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u dont ...just take the exam...........
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a bachelor degree is preferable.\nPlus you need to get certified by taking the Praxis test in a given category (It's usually pretty pricey so that you take it seriously and try not to fail it. NOONE want's to fork over that money moer than once!)\n\nDo a search on "Praxis" \nYou'll probably have to take the Praxis II
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The answers given above are both good. \n\nYou should note that there are many ways to work in the field. If you want to be a licensed architect, you will need a four year degree and pass a state examination. This will allow you to sign off as an architect on drawings. Many firms allow drafters and junior designers to do extensive design work, which is then checked and signed off on by licensed architects. Pay scales then reflect liability.  \n\nIf you do an associates program in drafting, try and take a few extra courses on construction management, building materials, welding, inspections, and/or surveying. The more experience you have in the building field, the better off you'll be.  Working for a contractor is great experience too. Make sure you've gotten your hands dirty (just make sure you wash 'em off before you interview).\n\nYou should also look into the market around your area.  Has your city been growing significantly? Check craigslist for current openings. Riding in on a building boom tends to help.\n\nGood luck
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Go to your local government offices and ask how you would obtain a business license. There is probably a department of business licensing or a department of professional and trade services... in my area its handled by the office of permits. And if all else fails there is always an office, kiosk, or a phone number for general information. Also the directory from the local phone company will list various departments within the local govt. And sometimes they are listed by topic, (e.g. Business licensing).
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It's called experience! Plus a license from the state. Call the secretary of State's office and ask them to send you the requirements and/or to guide you where and how!
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Depends on what you want to do with your life. General Studies degrees are typically meant for persons who want to transfer to a four-year college, and include most of your general education courses. These courses can be very helpful to you in terms of understanding more about things--the world, other people, diversity, poetry, music, etc. Will give you the edge over persons without a degree. \n\nIf you are aiming for a particular job category, though, it doesn't necessarily give you an edge. If you know what you want to do see if you can get a degree in an area that has more direct relevance to your desired job. Not necessarily even a technical degree, but if you know, for example, that you want to work in a field where science is relevant then you might want to major in a science. If you want to go into sales or marketing then you might want to get an associates degree in business.\n\nAs far as the future goes, the AGS will be a good college transfer degree. Maybe in the future you'll decide to work toward a BA degree.
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You will need to complete the full architecture degree course to become an architect. You can't become an architect from an architectural technician without doing the degree. Technicians can still earn good money though and are very important to architecture firms. Unfortunately it takes about 8 years at least to train to become a qualified architect.
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If you are actually expecting to make money you'll need AutoCAD - otherwise you're just a doodler - - a commercial license is about $2000.00  Not to mention a good computer to run it and a plotter - a total of probably 5-10 grand\n\nplus I'm sure you need VERY specific degrees and licenses to sell your plans to a contractor
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Try any of the continuing education or vocational schools on this list.\nhttp://www.uscollegesearch.org/new-jersey-construction-colleges.html
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A bachelor's degree is not a general education degree.  There are plenty of these tests available, but none will be from accredited institutions.  Diploma mills (for-profit universities) would be the ones offering such a service.  If you don't care if the degree is respected, start with schools such as DeVry or the University of Phoenix.  Expand your search from there.  Of course, these places will charge you a sizeable fee.
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a college degree or a diploma
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That depends on whether you get an engineering degree or an Information Technology "IT" degree. The easiest way is to go to a community college and get an IT associates degree which can transfer to a 4 year Bachelor's degree later on if you decide to take all 4 years instead of just 2 years. A formal engineering degree involves math, physics, chemistry and other stuff you really don't need if your going to specialize in computers and computer networks. However, a 4 year degree may get you more money than a 2 year degree at big companies.
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Get a dba license from city hall for about $100. Pass the contractor's test. If you know other general contractors they will sign for youy that you know what you're doing. Usually the department of consumer affairs controls contractor licensing. Look on line.
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not that im aware of. a license just means that the state says you can do it. a degree means you get the pay that goes along with doing it...hehe
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This should get you started...\n\nhttp://www.cslb.ca.gov/applicants/default.asp\n\nEverything you need.\n\nFingerprint Questions and Answers \n\n \nHow to Order Forms & Applications \n\n \nHow to Study for License Exams \n\n \nBlueprint for Becoming a California Licensed Contractor \n     How to apply for a contractor's license  \n\n \nCheck the Status of your Application \n     Check by Application Fee Number \n\n \nCSLB Processing Times \n\n \nCSLB's Reciprocity Program \n     Help if you're already a licensed contractor in Arizona, Nevada or Utah \n\n \nCheck a Licensed Contractor \n     Check by License Number   \n     Check by Contractor Business Name   \n     Check by Personnel Name \n\n \nCheck a Home Improvement Salesperson Registration \n     Check by Registration Number   \n     Check by Salesperson Name \n\n \nGeneral Information \n     Building Official Information Guide    \n     Suspension of 7065.1(a) Waiver of Exam
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Generally speaking, you have to have a contractor's license because you are going to be selling a service. It's fairly lengthy, but, last I checked, it was open book. It's best to check with Virginia's licensing information through the county you live in. Also, if you're trying to do work in the tri state area, like MD, VA and DC- you might want to "partner up" with some other subs so you can work under each other's umbrella of licenses and insurances.
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Go to college and get a degree in Construction Management. I'm currently working on mine. I just finished my first year and have already had a ton of job offers. Big companies from all over the country are begging for Construction Managers. I attend Boise State. 22 students received there degrees this spring, everyone of them already had jobs. These companies will let you intern with them during the summer and then when you get your degree you already have a great job. Check it out. The demand is very high and Boise State has one of the best programs in the country. If you are interested and need some help or have questions, feel free to contact me. Good Luck