Florida Limited Energy Contractor License & Exam

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Limited Energy & Alarm Contractor Licensing, Education & Exam Prep

A license is required in Florida to bid on any Electrical project. Limited energy / low voltage and alarm contractor licenses are administered by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). To obtain your license, you must first meet experience and exam requirements that are set by the board.

We provide online exam prep, books for the exam, and additional services to help you obtain your license. All our training is offered in an online self-paced format. Our exam prep is designed to help you pass your test the first time. We also back it with our "no pass, no pay" policy so you can feel confident in your investment. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Florida Limited Energy Contractor's License.

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What type of work can be done with this license?

What are the requirements to getting a license?

General Requirements

Exam Requirements

• Pass the Business and Finance Exam
• Pass Limited Energy or Alarm Contractor Exam

Financial Requirements

• Provide a personal credit report and a personal financial statement demonstrating a positive net worth.
• Certification of Insurance Coverage
• Provide a Business Credit Report and Business Financial Statement showing a net worth of at least $5,000.

Education/Experience Requirements

Applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria to be eligible for a Specialty Electrical License:

• Must have three (3) years of management experience in the trade of electrical/alarm/specialty contracting within the last six (6) years immediately preceding the filing of the application
• Must have four (4) years of experience as a foreman, supervisor or contractor in the trade within the last eight (8) years immediately preceding the filing of the application
• Must have six (6) years of comprehensive training, technical education or supervisory experience associated with an electrical or alarm contracting business within the last 12 years immediately preceding the filing of the application; or must have at least six (6) years technical experience in electrical or alarm system work with the Armed Forces or a governmental entity within the last 12 years immediately preceding the filing of the application; or have a combination of these qualifications totaling six (6) years of experience
• Must be licensed as an electrical professional engineer for three (3) years within the last 12 years. Provide a copy of current electrical professional engineer license and transcripts showing electrical engineering work
• Must have a combination of experience listed in 1-3 above totaling 6 years within the last 12 years

How do I obtain a license?

To apply for your license, contact the Florida DBPR at 850-487-1395 or visit the Contractor's Board Website.

If you have taken a similar exam for a license in another state, you may be able to have the Florida exam. Here you can find a full list of accepted exams from other agencies.

7 hours of continuing education are required each renewal. Electrical licenses expire on August 31st of even years.

With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.

The first step is to obtain pre-approval for your exam. This can by submitting your application for examination to the DBPR.

Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of the licensing process. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your license. We offer industry leading exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price.

After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required State exam(s) (see below). Contact Pearson VUE at 888-204-6230 to begin this process. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities.

Next you will need to submit to background checks, form a legal entity, obtain all required insurance, and obtain a bond (if necessary).

After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply through DBPR to obtain your Florida Contractors License. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Learn more about how we can assist with our Application Processing Program.

Which exam do I need to take?

To schedule your electrical exam, first obtain pre-approval with DBPR by visiting myfloridalicense.com or call 407-264-0562. After you have been approved, you can schedule your exams with Pearson VUE at 888-204-6230.

You must pass both the trade and business sections to obtain a license.

Business & Finance Examination (Electrical)

• Total Questions: 50
• Passing Score: 70% correct
• Time: 2.5 Hours
• OPEN BOOK

Topics Include

• Maintaining Cash Flow
• Estimating and Bidding a Job
• Interpretation of Contracts and Agreements
• Purchasing Control
• Contract Scheduling
• Obtaining Insurance and Bonding
• Complying with Contracting Laws and Rules
• Personnel Management
• Complying with Payroll and Sales Tax Laws
• Interpretation of Financial Statements and Reports
• Management of Accounting

Limited Energy Specialty Contractor Examination

• Total Questions: 100
• Passing Score: 70% correct
• Time: 5 Hours
• OPEN BOOK

Topics Include

• General Theory and Electrical Principles
• Plan, Schematics, and Diagram Reading and Interpretation
• Wiring and Protection
• Wiring Methods and Materials
• OSHA, Safety, Procedures for Testing and Use of Tools and Equipment
• Americans with Disabilities Act
• Limited Energy / Low Voltage

Alarm Systems Contractor I Examination

• Total Questions: 100
• Passing Score: 70% correct
• Time: 5 Hours
• OPEN BOOK

Topics Include

• General Theory and Electrical Principles
• Plan and Specification Reading and Interpretation
• Wiring and Protection
• Wiring Methods and Materials
• Special Occupancies and Situations
• OSHA, Safety, Procedures for Testing and Use of Tools and Equipment
• Americans with Disabilities Act
• Limited Energy / Low Voltage
• Central Station Facilities and Signaling
• Premises Protective Signaling Systems
• Initiating Devices
• Burglar Alarms

Alarm Systems Contractor II Examination

• Total Questions: 100
• Passing Score: 70% correct
• Time: 5 Hours
• OPEN BOOK

Topics Include

• General Theory and Electrical Principles
• Plan and Specification Reading and Interpretation
• Wiring and Protection
• Wiring Methods and Materials
• Special Occupancies and Situations
• OSHA, Safety, Procedures for Testing and Use of Tools and Equipment
• Americans with Disabilities Act
• Limited Energy / Low Voltage
• Central Station Facilities and Signaling
• Premises Protective Signaling Systems
• Initiating Devices
• Burglar Alarms

How do I pass the exam?

The Florida exams are open book. The references below are permitted to be tabbed, highlighted, and used during your test! Unfortunately, our online course is NOT permitted to be accessed during the State exam.

Online Exam Prep Includes:

• Calculation Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day. Calculation topics include Ohm’s Law, voltage drop, transformers, motors, box fill, and allowable fill for raceway sizing.
• Highlighting Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
• Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
• Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
• Guide to Tabbing - This section includes tabbing books and other test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.

Florida Limited Energy Bundle

Includes the following courses:

• Florida Limited Energy Online Exam Prep

Plus the following:

• All the books to use during the exam
• Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
• Free Shipping!
• Instructor Support
• No Pass No Pay Policy
• Lifetime Access from nearly any device

Florida Alarm Systems Contractor (I) - Bundle

Includes the following courses:

• Florida Alarm Systems Contractor (I) - Online Exam Prep

Plus the following:

• All the books to use during the exam
• Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
• Free Shipping!
• Instructor Support
• No Pass No Pay Policy
• Lifetime Access from nearly any device

Florida Alarm Systems Contractor (II) - Bundle

Includes the following courses:

• Florida Alarm Systems Contractor (II) - Online Exam Prep

Plus the following:

• All the books to use during the exam
• Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
• Free Shipping!
• Instructor Support
• No Pass No Pay Policy
• Lifetime Access from nearly any device

Florida Limited Energy Online Exam Prep (Classes A & B) -->

Lifetime Online Access to:

• Florida Limited Energy Online Exam Prep

Our online exam prep features:

• Instant Online Access
• Start & Stop as needed
• Education Support Team
• No Pass No Pay Policy

Ideal for students who already own all references

Florida Alarm Systems Contractor (I) - Online Exam Prep (Classes A & B) -->

Lifetime Online Access to:

• Florida Alarm Systems Contractor (I) - Online Exam Prep

Our online exam prep features:

• Instant Online Access
• Start & Stop as needed
• Education Support Team
• No Pass No Pay Policy

Ideal for students who already own all references

Florida Alarm Systems Contractor (II) - Online Exam Prep (Classes A & B) -->

Lifetime Online Access to:

• Florida Alarm Systems Contractor (II) - Online Exam Prep

Our online exam prep features:

• Instant Online Access
• Start & Stop as needed
• Education Support Team
• No Pass No Pay Policy

Ideal for students who already own all references

References you can use during the Limited Energy Electrical Contractor Exam (Included in the bundle):

Florida Contractors Manual (2021) (Classes A & B) -->

The 2021 edition of the Florida Contractors Manual is a vital resource for anyone seeking to pass the Florida Contractor Exam. It contains the officially adopted Florida Building Code and includes Florida Statutes Chapter 455. Understanding the information in this book is a crucial step to obtaining a license and becoming a safe and effective builder in Florida. This book is also permitted to be used while taking the Florida Builder and Contractor exams.

OSHA 1926 (Classes A & B) -->

Updated through January 2023, the book provides a comprehensive set of the most up-to-date Construction regulations. Utilizing MANCOMM’s signature formatting approach – RegLogic – this edition includes notations for changes within the past year and letters of reference.

This book features:

• 1903 – Inspections, Citations, and Penalties
• Part 1904 – Recording and Reporting Occupational Illnesses and Injuries
• Selected 1910 General Industry Standards
• OSHA Forms 300
• Sharps Injury Log
• This edition also includes Subpart AA - Confined Spaces

NEC 2020, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (Classes A & B) -->

Prepare for the electrical challenges of tomorrow, today, with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), 2020 edition.

The world never stops changing, so it's crucial to keep learning how to keep it safe. Incorporated by reference in all 50 states and used across the globe, NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®), is the benchmark standard for electrical safety in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

NFPA 70, NEC, was first published in 1897 and is continually put through a rigorous review process to keep it up to date with the most current industry practices, emerging trends, and the development and introduction of new technologies. The new NEC provides the latest requirements for safer and more effective electrical design, installation, and inspection, including provisions for wiring, overcurrent protection, grounding, and equipment.

Get up-to-code and prepared for the safety challenges of new sources of electrical power with the NEC, 2020 edition.

The revised and expanded NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, features state-of-the-art information for safe electrical practices for public and private buildings, homes and structures, outdoor yards and lots, utility equipment, installations that connect to the power grid, and consumer-owned power generation systems and equipment.

Content has been added, edited, and reorganized to address safety for workers, energy systems and electric vehicles, limited energy, and communication systems.

Impactful changes include:

• New requirements for exterior emergency disconnects of one- and two-family dwellings for improved electrical safety for emergency responders
• Revisions to service disconnect rules to help protect electrical workers from arc flash hazards
• Adapted and adjusted requirements for installation practices of new technologies to meet the evolving demand of power over Ethernet
• Updates to modernize tables currently in use for calculations to reflect improvements in energy efficiency and align with evolving codes
• Revised requirements for ground-fault protection within marinas and boatyards
• Introduction of guidelines for the safe use of electric vehicles (electric vehicle power export equipment) as a backup or emergency power source for a building or a home
• Reorganization of Article 310, including new user-friendly numbering for important ampacity tables, and new definition for cable bundle in Article 725
• Relocation of surge protection device requirements to new Article 242
• Revisions to alternative energy systems and electric vehicle requirements to clarify what portions of the PV system are covered by the requirements of Article 690 and the line side and load side connections of interconnected power supply sources, and to clearly distinguish energy storage systems from storage battery systems
• Reorganization of Article 800 to provide a general set of requirements to apply throughout the Chapter 8 articles
• Revisions to requirements for communications cables that are also carrying power to communication devices and revisions to the current limit for cables carrying power and data

The NEC, 2020 edition, introduces significant new requirements for:

• The residential installation of receptacle outlets serving island and peninsular countertops and for surge protection of services supplying dwelling units
• Working space for “housekeeping pads” for electrical equipment, the installation of wiring methods in exit enclosures, sizing supply and load conductors used with adjustable-speed drive systems, and AFCI protection of branch circuits in patient sleeping areas in care facilities
• Calculating the load of electric vehicle supply equipment with variable current settings
• Worker safety in identifying the source of power for disconnecting means and for egress from spaces containing large electrical equipment
• Grounding of disconnecting means installed on the supply-side of service disconnecting means
• Cables installed exposed on ceiling surfaces and sidewalls
• Special occupancies, special equipment, and special conditions, including installation of splash pads, the use of “Type P” cables in hazardous classified locations, and the reinspection of swimming pools and other bodies of water

Help protect life and property with the most relevant electrical requirements.

Get the cutting edge information you need to identify and overcome the latest hazards and complexities in electrical work. Order your copy of NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code, 2020 edition, today.