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 low-voltage license in Pennsylvania?

Required experience: Varies by municipality. Required exam: Varies. Licensing authority: PA Department of Labor & Industry. Local-only. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh require contractor registration; fire alarm requires PA State Police certification.

How do I get a general contractor license in Pennsylvania?

Required experience: Registration only — no exam. Required exam: None. Licensing authority: PA Office of Attorney General. PA has no statewide GC exam. Residential remodelers must register as HIC. Local permits still required.

How do I get a roofing license in Pennsylvania?

Required experience: Registration only. Required exam: None. Licensing authority: PA Office of Attorney General. PA has no roofing-specific exam. Residential roofers must register as HIC.

How do I get a landscaping license in Pennsylvania?

Required experience: None. Required exam: None statewide. Licensing authority: PA Office of Attorney General. Residential landscapers register as HIC. Pesticide application requires PDA Commercial Applicator (Category 6/7).

How do I get a hvac license in Pennsylvania?

Required experience: No state experience requirement. Most employers expect 2 yrs hands-on. EPA 608 has no minimum hours.. Required exam: EPA 608 Universal (EPA-approved providers (ESCO, RSES, etc.)). Licensing authority: PA Attorney General (HIC) + federal EPA. PA does not license HVAC technicians at the state level. You register as a Home Improvement Contractor ($50/2yrs) for residential work over $500. Federal EPA 608 is required to handle refrigerant. Philadelphia requires a separate Master Mechanical License for commercial.

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Pennsylvania trade license requirements

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

Career prep, not a license.

Low-Voltage

No statewide license

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Varies by municipality

Exam

Varies

Licensing authority

PA Department of Labor & Industry

Notes

Local-only. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh require contractor registration; fire alarm requires PA State Police certification.

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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)

Licensing authority

Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry

Notes

General overview — verify exact requirements with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry before scheduling exams.

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General Contractor

Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) registration

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Registration only — no exam

Exam

None

Licensing authority

PA Office of Attorney General

Notes

PA has no statewide GC exam. Residential remodelers must register as HIC. Local permits still required.

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Roofing

Home Improvement Contractor (HIC)

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Registration only

Exam

None

Licensing authority

PA Office of Attorney General

Notes

PA has no roofing-specific exam. Residential roofers must register as HIC.

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Pest Control

Commercial Applicator

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Trainee + study

Exam

CORE + Category exam (PDA)

Licensing authority

PA Department of Agriculture

Notes

Categories 11-23 for structural; 5 for aquatic; 6/7 for ornamental/turf.

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Landscaping

Home Improvement Contractor (registration)

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

None

Exam

None statewide

Licensing authority

PA Office of Attorney General

Notes

Residential landscapers register as HIC. Pesticide application requires PDA Commercial Applicator (Category 6/7).

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Electrical

Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor + local Electrical License

Verified 6/12/2026

Required hours / experience

Philadelphia: 4 yrs (7,500 hrs) under a licensed master + 60 college credits OR 7 yrs experience. Pittsburgh: similar.

Exam

Local municipal exam (Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown each have their own) (PSI / municipal)

Licensing authority

Pennsylvania Attorney General (HIC registration) + municipal electrical inspector

Notes

PA has NO statewide electrical license. You register as a Home Improvement Contractor with the AG office ($50, valid 2 yrs) and then get a separate municipal electrical license where you work. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh have the most rigorous requirements. Plan on $300–$1,000 in municipal fees.

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Plumbing

Pennsylvania HIC + municipal Master Plumber License

Verified 6/12/2026

Required hours / experience

Philadelphia Master: 5 yrs (10,000 hrs) as registered Journeyman + IPC exam. Pittsburgh: similar with separate exam.

Exam

Local exam (Philadelphia Plumbing Advisory Board most common) (Municipal)

Licensing authority

PA Attorney General (HIC) + municipal plumbing boards

Notes

No statewide PA plumbing license — Philly, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Bethlehem each license independently. Statewide HIC registration ($50, 2 yrs) is also required for residential work over $500. Reciprocity is rare; plan to license in each city you work.

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HVAC

Pennsylvania HIC + federal EPA 608 (no statewide HVAC license)

Verified 6/12/2026

Required hours / experience

No state experience requirement. Most employers expect 2 yrs hands-on. EPA 608 has no minimum hours.

Exam

EPA 608 Universal (EPA-approved providers (ESCO, RSES, etc.))

Licensing authority

PA Attorney General (HIC) + federal EPA

Notes

PA does not license HVAC technicians at the state level. You register as a Home Improvement Contractor ($50/2yrs) for residential work over $500. Federal EPA 608 is required to handle refrigerant. Philadelphia requires a separate Master Mechanical License for commercial.

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