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Kansas trade license requirements

Per-trade licensing path. Always confirm with the state board before testing.

Career prep, not a license.

HVAC

HVAC Contractor / Mechanical License

Verified 5/24/2026
Required hours / experience
Varies by state — typically 2–4 yrs experience or apprenticeship + EPA 608
Exam
State trade exam + EPA 608 Universal (PSI / Prometric / State board)
Notes
General overview — verify exact requirements with the Kansas state licensing authority before scheduling exams.

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Electrical

Journeyman / Master Electrician License

Verified 5/24/2026
Required hours / experience
Typically 4 yrs (8,000 hrs) apprenticeship + 576 hrs classroom
Exam
State Electrical Exam (NEC-based) (PSI / Prometric / State board)
Notes
General overview — verify exact requirements with the Kansas state licensing authority before scheduling exams.

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Plumbing

Journeyman / Master Plumber License

Verified 5/24/2026
Required hours / experience
Typically 4–5 yrs apprenticeship (~8,000 hrs)
Exam
State Plumbing Exam (IPC/UPC) (PSI / Prometric / State board)
Notes
General overview — verify exact requirements with the Kansas state licensing authority before scheduling exams.

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Solar

Solar / PV Installer (often under Electrical or Specialty)

Verified 5/24/2026
Required hours / experience
NABCEP-recommended 58+ hrs training + field experience
Exam
NABCEP PV Associate / Installation Professional (NABCEP)
Notes
General overview — verify exact requirements with the Kansas state licensing authority before scheduling exams.

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General Contractor

General Contractor License

Verified 5/26/2026
Required hours / experience
Varies by project size
Exam
Business & Law + Trade Exam (PSI / Prometric)
Licensing authority
State Contractor Licensing Board
Notes
Most states require licensing for projects above a dollar threshold; some are local-only.

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Roofing

Roofing Contractor License

Verified 5/26/2026
Required hours / experience
None to 4 yrs experience
Exam
Roofing Trade + Business & Law (PSI)
Licensing authority
State Contractor Licensing Board
Notes
Many states regulate roofing under general contractor rules; check local jurisdiction.

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Low-Voltage

Low-Voltage / Limited Energy License

Verified 5/26/2026
Required hours / experience
2-4 yrs experience
Exam
Low-Voltage Trade Exam (PSI / ICC)
Licensing authority
State Electrical Board
Notes
Covers alarm, AV, data, security, and telecom installations. Often a sub-class of electrical.

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Pest Control

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Verified 5/26/2026
Required hours / experience
Training + exam
Exam
Core + Category Exams (State Department of Agriculture)
Licensing authority
State Department of Agriculture
Notes
EPA-mandated certification; categories vary (general, termite, fumigation).

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Landscaping

Landscape Contractor License

Verified 5/26/2026
Required hours / experience
Varies; often optional
Exam
Business & Law (if required) (PSI / state board)
Licensing authority
State Contractor Licensing Board
Notes
Many states do not require a landscape-specific license; check local rules and irrigation/pesticide endorsements.

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