Will Fieldora Academy get me a state license?

No. Only your state licensing board can issue a license. Academy gives you exam prep, practice exams, and a certificate of completion — you still take the official proctored exam through your state.

How long does it take to prepare for the exam?

Most students finish a Journeyman or EPA 608 track in 20–40 hours of study spread over 4–8 weeks. Master-level tracks typically take 40–60 hours. You move at your own pace — there are no deadlines.

Do I get lifetime access?

Yes. Every paid track is a one-time purchase with lifetime access and free updates whenever the underlying code (NEC, IPC, EPA 608, NABCEP) is revised.

What's your refund policy?

If you're not satisfied within 14 days and haven't completed more than 25% of the course, we'll refund you in full. Contact support@fieldorahq.com.

Do I need any experience to start?

No. Every trade has a free '101' beginner course that assumes zero experience. Paid Journeyman tracks assume you understand the basics — start with the free course first if you're new.

Is the practice exam like the real one?

Yes. Practice exams mirror the timing, question count, and topic weighting of PSI, Prov, NASCLA, and state board exams. Most students who score 70%+ on our practice exam pass the real one on the first try.

How do I get a general contractor license in Ohio?

Required experience: Varies. Required exam: Varies. Licensing authority: Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board. Ohio licenses only commercial specialty trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration). Residential GC is locally regulated.

How do I get a roofing license in Ohio?

Required experience: Varies. Required exam: Varies. Licensing authority: Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board. Locally regulated. Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati require local registration.

How do I get a low-voltage license in Ohio?

Required experience: Varies. Required exam: Varies. Licensing authority: Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board. Locally regulated. Fire alarm work requires State Fire Marshal certification.

How do I get a landscaping license in Ohio?

Required experience: Varies. Required exam: Category 8 (turf). Licensing authority: Ohio Department of Agriculture. No state landscape license. Pesticide use requires ODA Commercial Applicator.

How do I get a electrical license in Ohio?

Required experience: 5 years (10,000 hrs) experience as a licensed tradesperson in the previous 10 yrs, OR a degree in electrical engineering + 3 yrs experience.. Required exam: Ohio Electrical Contractor Exam (NEC + business law) (PSI Services). Licensing authority: Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB). Ohio requires a statewide Electrical Contractor license to bid commercial work over $25k; residential electricians are licensed by individual municipalities. $25 exam application + $60 license fee, renewed annually. Reciprocity with KY, WV, and several other states.

How do I get a hvac license in Ohio?

Required experience: 5 yrs (10,000 hrs) experience as a licensed tradesperson in the previous 10 yrs.. Required exam: Ohio HVAC Contractor Exam (Mechanical code + business) (PSI Services). Licensing authority: Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB). Required for commercial HVAC work over $25k; residential techs are licensed by municipalities. Must employ a Refrigeration license holder for refrigerant work. $25 exam + $60/yr license + $25k surety bond. Reciprocity with KY, WV, LA.

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Ohio trade license requirements

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

Career prep, not a license.

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)

Licensing authority

Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board

Notes

General overview — verify exact requirements with the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board before scheduling exams.

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General Contractor

No statewide GC license (specialty trades only)

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Varies

Exam

Varies

Licensing authority

Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board

Notes

Ohio licenses only commercial specialty trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration). Residential GC is locally regulated.

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General Contracting 101 — Start Here (Free) • Self-paced + practice exam

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Roofing

No statewide roofing license

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Varies

Exam

Varies

Licensing authority

Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board

Notes

Locally regulated. Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati require local registration.

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Roofing 101 — Start Here (Free) • Self-paced + practice exam

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Low-Voltage

No statewide license

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Varies

Exam

Varies

Licensing authority

Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board

Notes

Locally regulated. Fire alarm work requires State Fire Marshal certification.

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Low-Voltage 101 — Start Here (Free) • Self-paced + practice exam

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Pest Control

Commercial Pesticide Applicator

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Trainee experience

Exam

CORE + Category exam (ODA)

Licensing authority

Ohio Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Regulation

Notes

Most structural work needs Category 10A/10B/10C.

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Landscaping

No statewide license (Pesticide Applicator if applying)

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Varies

Exam

Category 8 (turf)

Licensing authority

Ohio Department of Agriculture

Notes

No state landscape license. Pesticide use requires ODA Commercial Applicator.

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Landscaping & Irrigation 101 — Start Here (Free) • Self-paced + practice exam

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Electrical

Ohio Electrical Contractor License

Verified 6/12/2026

Required hours / experience

5 years (10,000 hrs) experience as a licensed tradesperson in the previous 10 yrs, OR a degree in electrical engineering + 3 yrs experience.

Exam

Ohio Electrical Contractor Exam (NEC + business law) (PSI Services)

Licensing authority

Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB)

Notes

Ohio requires a statewide Electrical Contractor license to bid commercial work over $25k; residential electricians are licensed by individual municipalities. $25 exam application + $60 license fee, renewed annually. Reciprocity with KY, WV, and several other states.

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Electrical 101 — Start Here (Free) • Self-paced + practice exam

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Plumbing

Ohio Plumbing Contractor License

Verified 6/12/2026

Required hours / experience

5 yrs (10,000 hrs) experience as a licensed tradesperson in the previous 10 yrs.

Exam

Ohio Plumbing Contractor Exam (Ohio Plumbing Code + business) (PSI Services)

Licensing authority

Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB)

Notes

Required for commercial work over $25k; residential plumbers are licensed by municipalities. Must carry $25k surety bond + $500k liability. $25 exam + $60/yr license. CEU: 10 hrs/yr. Reciprocity with KY, WV, LA.

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HVAC

Ohio HVAC Contractor License

Verified 6/12/2026

Required hours / experience

5 yrs (10,000 hrs) experience as a licensed tradesperson in the previous 10 yrs.

Exam

Ohio HVAC Contractor Exam (Mechanical code + business) (PSI Services)

Licensing authority

Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB)

Notes

Required for commercial HVAC work over $25k; residential techs are licensed by municipalities. Must employ a Refrigeration license holder for refrigerant work. $25 exam + $60/yr license + $25k surety bond. Reciprocity with KY, WV, LA.

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HVAC 101 — Start Here (Free) • Self-paced + practice exam

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