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 electrical license in Texas?

Required experience: Journeyman: 8,000 hours under licensed master. Master: 12,000 hours as journeyman.. Required exam: Texas Master Electrician Exam (open-book, NEC-based) (PSI Services (TDLR-approved)). Licensing authority: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Application fee: $30 exam + $115 license. Renewal: 1 year, $115 + 4 hrs CE annually (NEC code update course required). Master allows running an electrical contracting company (separate $115 contractor registration + $300K liability insurance). Reciprocity with select states for journeyman level.

How do I get a general contractor license in Texas?

Required experience: N/A. Required exam: N/A. Licensing authority: Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation. Texas does not issue a statewide general-contractor license. Cities (Houston, Dallas, Austin) issue their own. Specialty trades are state-regulated.

How do I get a roofing license in Texas?

Required experience: None. Required exam: None. Licensing authority: Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (voluntary). Texas does not license roofers. RCAT offers voluntary RCAT Certified Roofing Contractor credential.

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Texas trade license requirements

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

Career prep, not a license.

HVAC

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License (Class A or Class B)

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

48 months practical experience under a licensed ACR contractor (or equivalent military / formal training credit)

Exam

ACR Contractor Exam (Class A unlimited / Class B ≤25 tons cooling, ≤1.5M BTU heating) (PSI Services)

Licensing authority

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Notes

Application fee: $115. License fee: $115/year. $300K liability insurance required. EPA 608 mandatory. 8 hrs CE annually (incl 1 hr energy efficiency, 1 hr code update). Class A required for jobs >25 tons.

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Electrical

Master Electrician License (or Journeyman / Residential Wireman)

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Journeyman: 8,000 hours under licensed master. Master: 12,000 hours as journeyman.

Exam

Texas Master Electrician Exam (open-book, NEC-based) (PSI Services (TDLR-approved))

Licensing authority

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Notes

Application fee: $30 exam + $115 license. Renewal: 1 year, $115 + 4 hrs CE annually (NEC code update course required). Master allows running an electrical contracting company (separate $115 contractor registration + $300K liability insurance). Reciprocity with select states for journeyman level.

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Plumbing

Master Plumber License (Journeyman / Tradesman precede)

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Tradesman → Journeyman (4,000 hrs) → Master (4 years as licensed Journeyman)

Exam

Master Plumber Exam (UPC/IPC + Texas amendments, open-book) (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)

Licensing authority

Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE)

Notes

Master initial license: $75 + exam $115. Renewal annual, $50 + 6 hrs CE/yr (must include 1 hr Texas rules). Endorsements: Medical Gas, Multipurpose Residential Fire Protection. Background check required.

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General Contractor

No statewide GC license

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

N/A

Exam

N/A

Licensing authority

Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation

Notes

Texas does not issue a statewide general-contractor license. Cities (Houston, Dallas, Austin) issue their own. Specialty trades are state-regulated.

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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

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Notes

General overview — verify exact requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) before scheduling exams.

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Roofing

No state roofing license

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

None

Exam

None

Licensing authority

Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (voluntary)

Notes

Texas does not license roofers. RCAT offers voluntary RCAT Certified Roofing Contractor credential.

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Low-Voltage

Electrical Sign / Residential Appliance Installer or Security License

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Varies by endorsement

Exam

Endorsement-specific (PSI)

Licensing authority

Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR)

Notes

Fire alarm requires SFM license; security requires DPS license; structured cable under TDLR electrical.

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Pest Control

Certified Commercial Applicator

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Apprentice + study hours

Exam

Category-specific exam (TDA)

Licensing authority

Texas Department of Agriculture - Structural Pest Control Service

Notes

Categories: General, Termite, Lawn, Wood-Preservation, Fumigation, Weed.

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Landscaping

Licensed Irrigator (for irrigation only)

Verified 5/26/2026

Required hours / experience

Training + apprenticeship

Exam

Irrigator exam (TCEQ)

Licensing authority

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Notes

No state license for general landscaping. Irrigation installation requires TCEQ Licensed Irrigator.

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