FLORIDA
Certified Plumber Exam Prep & Continuing Education
FLORIDA
Certified Plumber
Exam Prep &
Continuing Education
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Florida-Approved Continuing Education
2020 ADV Thermal and Moisture Protection: Keeping the Weather Out | Florida Approval #0613890
1 Advanced Hour Audio Course Protecting against water damage is a major concern in many building projects in Florida. Keep your clients dry and your profits high with practical moisture and weather solutions.
course details2020 ADV Gable End Anchoring & Framing in High Velocity Hurricane Zones | Florida Approval #613889
1 Advanced Hour Audio Course This course is based on the 2017 Florida Building Code changes that surround the most common causes of gable end failure during high-velocity hurricane events which inspection of residential buildings that endured past hurricanes was shown to sustain the most damage.
course detailsRequired Competency | Florida Approval #0610132
6 Business Practices Credit Hours | Online Fully Narrated Course | Instructor: J. MacDowell This course fulfills 6 hours of required topics for Florida Registered and Certified Contractors which include lead remediation (Workplace Safety), Lien Law (Business Practices), Worker's Compensation, Construction Laws and Rules, and Wind Mitigation.
course detailsConstruction Safety Standards | Florida Approval #0610133
7 Workplace Safety Credit Hours | Online Fully Narrated Course | Instructor: Scott Corbat Creating a safe building site in Florida can only be accomplished when everyone understands their role. In this course, expert project managers explain the responsibilities of both the employer and the employees.
course detailsContracts, Liabilities and Risk Management | Florida Approval #0610130
1 Financial Responsibilities & 6 General Credit Hour Video Course | Instructor: Scott Corbat
Get it in writing! Understanding how to utilize contract law for risk and liability management will protect your Florida business from unscrupulous people.
0.7 ICC CEUs
Estimating and Bidding for Success | Florida Approval #0611018
7 General Credit Hours | Online Fully Narrated Course | Instructor: Paul Acker Calculating a more accurate estimate and bid allows a Florida contractor to get the most out of every job. Improve your bottom line as we cover all aspects of the bidding process.
course detailsManage Your Way to Big Profits | Florida Approval #061160
7 General Credit Hours | Online Fully Narrated Course | Instructor: Paul Acker Learn the responsibilities a construction project manager must be prepared to perform to maximize the earning potential of each and every building project you manage in Florida with this course.
course detailsFinancial Responsibilities: Effective Business Strategies | Florida Approval #0610623
1 Financial Responsibilities & 6 General Credit Hours | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: J. MacDowell Here you will learn modern techniques for accurate record keeping and accounting principles essential for any business owner in Florida. Build a foundation of effective financial strategies that will help you grow your business and manage your funds.
course detailsProject Management | Florida Approval #0610131
7 Business Practice Credit Hours | Online Fully Narrated Course | Instructor: Scott Corbat In this course we take an in-depth look at the responsibilities of a project manager. Study proven methods experienced contractors and builders use to effectively manage all aspects of a building project in Florida.
course detailsWeatherization and Renewable Energy | Florida Approval #0610624
7 General Credit Hours | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Rodger Peck Give yourself an edge in the growing market in Florida for contractors with knowledge about renewable energy building. Explore the benefits of solar and wind energy and practical solutions that will add to a buildings efficency.
course details2010 ADA Standards: Key Features and Elements | Florida Approval #0610639
7 Accessibility Credit Hours | Online HD Video & Narrated Course | Instructor: Roger Peck This course covers the fourth through tenth chapters of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design and includes on-site, real world examples of various accessible buildings used by both the public and the private sector in Florida.
course detailsDrones in Construction | Florida Approval #0611776
4 General Credit Hours | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Greg MacMaster Drones are more accessible than ever and Florida Contractors are raving about their benefits. But before you take flight, learn the rules and regulations that must be followed to operate commercial drones.
course detailsInternational Fuel and Gas Code | Florida Approval #0613095
3 General Credit Hours | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake
This HD video course provides plumbers with an understanding of the International Fuel Gas Code and how the requirements apply to design, plan review and inspection.
Mastering Isometrics - Simplified | Florida Approval #0613093
3 General Credit Hours | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake Being able to create an accurate isometric drawing is a difficult, yet valuable tool for any plumbing professional. This course provides plumbers with plans and drawings that require more advanced skills for laying out complicated isometric drawings. Downloadable drawings are included.
course detailsSuccessful Site Design | Florida Approval #0611775
3 General Credit Hours | Online Fully Narrated Course | Instructor: Wayde Hoppe Designing your building site is key to the success of any building project in Florida. Learn to navigate through the challenges and pit falls of site development without compromising building design.
course detailsEthics and Professional Development | Florida Approval #0610810
2 Required Credit Hours | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: J. MacDowell For a Florida builder or contractor, the reputation of your business is everything. Learn to apply a Code of Ethics to your current policies, rules and guidelines and protect your reputation.
course detailsPlan Reading | Florida Approval #0613094
1 General Credit Hour | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake The ability to interpret plumbing blueprints and successfully install the required plumbing systems is an essential skill. This video course outlines the general layout of both residential and commercial plans, identifying and detailing schedules, legends, symbols and engineering instructions.
course detailsPlumbing Math | Florida Approval #0613096
1 General Credit Hour | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Joshua Francis This HD video course will walk you through the basics of plumbing math. Included are practice equations and formulas that you can work independently.
course detailsFlorida 14 Hour CE Package #1
This 14 hour package fulfills all state Continuing Education requirements for a 2 year renewal cycle for Florida Plumbers .
- 6 Hour Florida Required Competency
- 3 Hour Mastering Isometrics - Simplified
- 3 Hour International Fuel and Gas Code
- 1 Hour ADV Thermal & Moisture Protection: Keeping the Weather Out
- 1 Hour Plan Reading
Florida 14 Hour CE Package #2
This 14 hour package fulfills all state Continuing Education requirements for a 2 year renewal cycle for Florida Plumbers .
- 7 Hr Construction Safety Standards | Florida Approval #0610133
- 6 Hr Required Competency Course | Florida Approval #0610132
- 1 Hr 2020 Gable End Anchoring and Framing in High-Velocity Hurricane Zones Advanced Module | Florida Approval #0612574
Florida Plumbing Contractor Exam Prep
Business and Financial Management Exam Prep | Florida
Exam Prep | Online Text Course | J MacDowell
To ensure that business owners understand the basics of running a business and the regulations that govern business practices in their state, Plumbers in Florida are required to take and pass a Business and Financial Management exam. This course will prepare you for the Business and Financial Management exam and is formatted to follow the Examination Content Information Bulletin provided by the DBPR.
Florida Building Code - Mechanical 2020 with tabs
Florida State building code- Mechanical 2020 with tabs and binder.
course detailsFlorida Building Code - Accessibility 2020 with tabs
Florida State building code- Accessibility 2020 with tabs and binder.
course detailsFlorida Building Code - Plumbing 2020 with tabs
Florida State building code- Plumbing 2020 with tabs and binder.
course detailsFlorida Building Code - Residential 2020 with tabs
Florida State building code- Residential 2020 with tabs and binder.
course detailsFlorida Building Code - Fuel Gas 2020 with tabs
Florida State building code- Fuel Gas 2020 with tabs and binder.
course detailsChapter 64E-6 Florida Administrative Code
Florida Administrative Code-Chapter 64E-6 with binder.
course details29 CFR Part 1926 - Code of Federal Regulations
Make compliance with dense government safety regulations simple with 29 CFR 1926 OSHA Construction Industry Regulations. This book provides you with a comprehensive set of the most up-to-date Construction regulations.
course details TABS: 29 CFR Part 1926 - Code of Federal Regulations
Approved tabs for the 29 CFR Part 1926 - Code of Federal Regulations
course detailsMathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, 8th edition 2013
Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters delivers the essential math skills necessary in the plumbing and pipefitting professions.
course details TABS: Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters
Approved tabs for Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, 8th edition 2013
course detailsNFPA 14 Standards for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems 2013
NFPA 14 shows the latest technologies and safety to help you improve fire protection and safety through correct design, installation, inspection, testing and maintenance.
course details TABS: NFPA 14 Standards for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems
Approved tabs for NFPA 14 Standards for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems 2013
course detailsNFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Chapter 3 & 5 Annex A & C 2015
NFPA 99 establishes criteria for levels of health care services or systems based on risk to the patients, staff, or visitors to minimize the hazards of fire, explosion, and electricity.
course details TABS: NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Chapter 3 & 5 Annex A & C 2015
Approved tabs for NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Chapter 3 & 5 Annex A & C 2015
course detailsPlumber's Handbook Revised 2006
Plumber's Handbook Revised explains in simple terms how to install plumbing systems and is clearly illustrated with diagrams, charts and tables.
course details TABS: Plumber's Handbook Revised 2006
Approved tabs for Plumber's Handbook Revised 2006
course detailsSolar Thermal Manual Solar Water & Pool Heating Manual 2006
Solar Thermal Manual explains all the requirements for design, installation, repair, and maintenance of solar water and pool heating.
course detailsCertified Plumber Exam Prep | Florida
Online HD Video Course - Practice Tests - Instructor: Randy Drake This training program has been designed to guide students who are preparing to take a plumbing exam based on the International Plumbing Code (IPC) and International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Many states and jurisdictions have adopted the IPC with their own specific amendments. This course will cover the foundational IPC code, but your state's specific amendments are the final authority.
course detailsFlorida Certified Plumber Course and Book Exam Prep Package
This package contains:
- Course: Florida Certified Plumber Exam Prep
- Course: Florida Business & Financial Management Exam Prep
- Book: Florida Building Code - Mechanical 2020
- Book: Florida Building Code - Accessibility 2020
- Book: Florida Building Code - Plumbing 2020
- Book: Florida Building Code - Residential 2020
- Book: Florida Building Code - Fuel Gas 2020
- Book: Chapter 64E-6 Florida Administrative Code
- Book: NFPA 14 Standards for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems 2013
- Book: NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Chapter 3 & 5 Annex A & C 2015
- Book: Plumber's Handbook Revised 2006
- Book: Solar Thermal Manual Solar Water & Pool Heating Manual 2006
- Pre-printed tabs for all books
Business Development Courses
Featured Pricing Plumbing for Profit | Individual Prep Course
2 Hours | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake
Stop flushing money! Running a successful business requires careful attention to detail by accounting for all costs, and then charging the customer enough to make a profit. Learn these valuable lessons in this step-by-step tutorial that teaches you how to accurately account for all your expenses and apply those costs to an estimate. A downloadable worksheet and template is also included.
Sprinklers, Valves, Hydraulic Calculations | Individual Prep Course
4 Hours | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Karl Wiegand
This course is an introduction to the basics regarding fire sprinklers, valves and hydraulic calculations and will help students become familiar with the parts of a sprinkler assembly, the significance of sprinkler orientation, sprinkler system valves, types of systems, hydraulic calculations and water flow friction loss.
International Fuel and Gas Code | Individual Prep Course
3 Hour | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake
This HD video course provides plumbers with an understanding of the International Fuel Gas Code and how the requirements apply to design, plan review and inspection.
Master Plumber Isometrics | Individual Prep Course
3 Hour | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake
This HD video course provides plumbers with plans and drawings that require more advanced skills for laying out complicated isometric drawings and although the IPC is used for examples, it is still applicable to any plumbing code.
Plan Reading | Individual Prep Course
1 Hour | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake
The ability to interpret plumbing blueprints and successfully install the required plumbing systems is an essential skill. This video course outlines the general layout of both residential and commercial plans, identifying and detailing schedules, legends, symbols and engineering instructions and although the IPC is used for examples, it is still applicable to any plumbing code.
Plumbing Vents | Individual Prep Course
1 Hour | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake
This HD video course outlines code related requirements that govern the materials, design, construction and installation of vent systems and reviews the most important aspects of the plumbing code.
Plumbing Fitting Copper Piping | Individual Prep Course
1 Hour | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake
This HD video course will walk you through the process of measuring, fitting, and soldering copper piping.
Plumbing Math | Individual Prep Course
1 Hours | Online Video Course | Instructor: Josh Francis
This HD video course will walk you through the basics of plumbing math. Included are practice equations and formulas that you can work independently.
Plumbing Isometric Basics | Individual Prep Course
.5 Hour | Online HD Video Course | Instructor: Randy Drake
This HD video course will walk you through the process of laying out an isometric drawing, and includes printable practice drawings.
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Florida Plumber License General FAQ
- Certified Plumbing Contractor - Certified at the state level to conduct business statewide.
- Registered Plumbing Contractor- Issued by localities, contractors must comply with their procedures to become registered to conduct business in that location.
Note: Registered contractors are only eligible to conduct business the in the areas where they are registered.
- Obtain a passing score on all parts of the Florida State Construction examination.
- Applicants are required to have four years of experience or a combination of college and experience.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Applicant must select one of the following methods of qualification:
- Four year construction-related degree from an accredited college (equivalent to three years experience) and one year proven experience applicable to the category for which you are applying.
- Definition of “construction-related degree”, a Bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college in the appropriate field of engineering, architecture, or building construction.
- One year experience as a foreman and not less than three years of credits from accredited college level courses.
- One year experience as a worker, one year experience as a foreman, and two years of credits from accredited college-level courses.
- Two years experience as a worker, one year experience as a foreman, and one year of credits from accredited college-level courses.
- Four years experience as a worker or foreman of which at least one year must have been as a foreman.Note: One year of experience is equal to 2000 hours.
- Four year construction-related degree from an accredited college (equivalent to three years experience) and one year proven experience applicable to the category for which you are applying.
- Be of good moral character.
- Pay all applicable fees-Make check payable to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
- Applying for initial certification between May 1st of an EVEN year through August 31st of an ODD year - $249.
OR - Applying for initial certification between September 1st of an ODD year through April 30th of an EVEN year - $149.
- Applying for initial certification between May 1st of an EVEN year through August 31st of an ODD year - $249.
- Obtain worker’s compensation coverage.
- Demonstrate financial responsibility.
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE
- Administration, Scope and Intent/Purpose
- Definitions and Symbols
- Plumbing Math
- General Regulations
- Fixtures, Faucets, and Fixture Fittings
- Water Heaters
- Water Supply and Distribution
- Sanitary Drainage
- Indirect and Special Waste
- Vents
- Traps, Interceptors and Separators
- Storm Drainage
- Nonpotable Water Systems
- Subsurface Landscape Irrigation Systems
- Appendix E
- Isometrics
- Private Sewage Systems
- International Fuel Gas Code
- Hands-On Practical Application
- Practice Tests
- OSHA Safety
Bonus Materials
- Books That You Should Have During the Exam
- Effective Study Techniques
Division of Professions
Construction Industry Licensing Board
1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783
Phone: 850.487.1395
- Information Last Updated: 02/2021
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