Michigan 60-Hour Prelicense Program Now Available in 23 Cities

Aug. 4, 2009 - PRLog -- The State of Michigan has changed their builders licensing laws so that contractors now have to complete 60 hours of State approved education before they are able to apply for a license. Sometimes finding a local program can be difficult.  The State web site only gives the city in which the school is headquartered, but does not give specific program locations.  The Builders License Training Institute is the only approved school holding complete 60-hour prelicense programs throughout the entire State of Michigan including at least three locations in the Upper Peninsula.

Getting licensed in Michigan is now a three step process:
• Step one is completing the 60 hours of approved education.
• Step two is sending the licensing application to the State and wait for approval.
• Step three is passing the State exam.

"Builders must wait for their license application to be approved before they can schedule their exam.  This can sometimes take up to six weeks," says Teri Francis, Education Coordinator for the Builders License Training Institute. "Our goal is to make sure students attend a quality education program and are completely prepared for the State exam once their license is approved," Teri adds.

The cost of the 60-hour prelicense program through the Builders License Training Institute is $750 and includes all books and course materials.  There are no hidden costs and it even includes an online exam preparation program that is given to every student upon completion of the 60 hours.   Students have a waiting period between steps two and three.  This online program is a tool consisting of sample quizzes of various topics that are included on the State exam.

Michigan's No Worker Left Behind Program, also known as Michigan WORKS! has approved funding for programs conducted by the Builders License Training Institute.  Students should contact their local Unemployment Office if they feel they may qualify to have tuition paid.  If approved, all tuition fees will be paid by the State.  For more information on the Builders License Training Institute programs, call 1-800-727-7104 or go to www.licensetobuild.com.

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About Builders License Training Institute: Is a State-approved provider of the 60-hour prelicensure program and continued education for the Michigan Residential Builders License. They also provide online and distance learning courses for licensing in the states of Minnesota, Alabama, Wisconsin, Virginia, Tennessee, Maryland and Georgia. All programs are of the highest qualify, yet most economically priced. Student surveys and testimonials show high rankings for all of our programs and instructors.