Contractor License Exam Prep
Contractor license exam prep, required books, online courses, and custom training for Mississippi license classifications.
Exam Prep Overview
Contractor license exams reward more than trade experience. The right plan helps you understand the application sequence, organize approved references, practice open-book navigation, and choose the prep format that matches the license you are pursuing.
American Contractors Exam Services can help match your Mississippi license path to seminars, online classes, required books, practice exams, or custom training so you are not guessing when it is time to apply, study, or schedule the exam.
State Licensing Overview
Find contractor license exam prep resources for Mississippi, including MSBOC, Specialty courses, required books, application support, and custom training options.
Mississippi contractor licensing requirements depend on the license classification, project value, and trade. Use this page to match the license path you are pursuing with available seminars, required books, online classes, and application support.
State licensing rules change over time. Treat this page as a prep guide and verify application, exam, and renewal requirements with the licensing board before filing or bidding work.
License Classifications
Use these rows to jump into the matching prep path. Final classification scope should always be verified with the board before bidding or applying.
| Class | License Path | Typical Scope | Price | Prep |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL | Mississippi Residential | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | $890.00 | Prep options |
| COMMERCIAL | Mississippi Commercial | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | $795.00 | Prep options |
| BUSINESS LAW | Mississippi Business and Law | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | $195.00 | Prep options |
| ELECTRICAL | Mississippi Electrical | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | $795.00 | Prep options |
| NASCLA | Mississippi NASCLA | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | $795.00 | Prep options |
| HVAC MECHANICAL | Mississippi HVAC and Mechanical | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | Custom | Prep options |
| PLUMBING | Mississippi Plumbing | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | Custom | Prep options |
| LOW VOLTAGE FIRE | Mississippi Low Voltage and Fire | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | Custom | Prep options |
| SPECIALTY TRADES | Mississippi Specialty Trades | Available imported products, books, or training paths for this license category. | Custom | Prep options |
Exam Details
Most contractor licensing exams test both business/law knowledge and trade-specific knowledge. Open-book exams reward fast reference navigation, tabs, index practice, and repeated timed drills.
| Business/Law | Commonly required for new contractor applicants |
|---|---|
| Trade exam | Depends on classification |
| Reference strategy | Use approved books only and practice finding answers quickly |
Application Walkthrough
Match your trade and project scope to the state classification before buying books or filing paperwork.
Most boards require experience, entity information, insurance, references, financial documentation, or a qualifying agent.
Choose a seminar, webinar, online course, books, or practice exams based on the approved reference list.
File with the board and wait for authorization or approval before scheduling if required.
Use the testing vendor named by the board and bring only approved materials.
Track renewal, monetary limits, insurance, and continuing education requirements after issuance.
Seminars
American Contractors Exam Services offers in-person classroom seminars and live instructor-led webinars for Mississippi contractor license exams. In-person classes are the best fit when you want focused time away from the jobsite, direct instructor feedback, hands-on reference-book navigation, tabbing guidance, and timed practice before test day. Choose your license class below to review dates and register.
License Category
This license covers residential construction on 1 and 2 family units, not over 3 stories. Residential contractors may also construct, improve, repair, remodel, or renovate any commercial structure as long as it does not exceed 7,500 square feet.
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The Mississippi Building Construction Contractor license exam is for building Commercial, Industrial and Residential structures in the state of Mississippi.
The Building Construction (Commercial) Contractor- NASCLA Accredited exam is for a Commercial Contractor License.
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The Mississippi Business and Law license cannot stand alone. It must be combined with a commercial contractors license of some type.
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The Mississippi Electrician license covers unlimited commercial electrical work. No state level license is required for residential work, only city or county licenses.
The Mississippi Electrician license covers unlimited commercial electrical work. No state level license is required for residential work, only city or county licenses.
The Mississippi Electrician license covers unlimited commercial electrical work. Mississippi applicants taking the Master Electrician exam have a choice of trade exams. They can elect to take either the NASCLA Accredited Trade Exam for Electrical Contractors which is accepted by multiple state agencies or the MSBOC Master Electrician state specific exam. There are differences between the exams so please compare differences to determine which exam best fits your business needs and proceed accordingly.
The Mississippi Residential Electrician license covers unlimited residential electrical work.
The Mississippi Transmission/Distribution Lines license covers underground and overhead electrical transmission lines.
The National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA) has partnered with several industry stakeholders to create one nationally recognized accredited trade examination for electricians. Through administering state agencies, NASCLA offers (3) different open book electrical trade examinations through the NASCLA Accredited Electrical Examination Program. They are Electrical Contractors (Master/Unlimited Electricians), Journeyman Electricians and Residential Electrical Contractors (Residential Electricians).
License Category
The Building Construction (Commercial) Contractor- NASCLA Accredited exam is for a Commercial Contractor License.
The National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA) has partnered with several industry stakeholders to create one nationally recognized accredited trade examination for electricians. Through administering state agencies, NASCLA offers (3) different open book electrical trade examinations through the NASCLA Accredited Electrical Examination Program. They are Electrical Contractors (Master/Unlimited Electricians), Journeyman Electricians and Residential Electrical Contractors (Residential Electricians).
License Category
The Mississippi HVAC license covers all aspects of heating and cooling including fuel gas systems and appliances as well as associated equipment and ductwork.
The Mississippi Mechanical license covers all aspects of heating, cooling, refrigeration and associated equipment, and piping and ductwork, as well as plumbing.
The Mississippi Refrigeration license covers unlimited commercial and industrial refrigeration.
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The Mississippi Plumbing license covers unlimited commercial and residential plumbing NOT including fuel gas or boiler systems.
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The Mississippi Alarm Systems and Equipment license covers unlimited fire, heat, intrusion detection, notification system installation, and maintenance.
The Mississippi Fire Sprinkler license covers unlimited work with fire suppression systems.
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The Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair license covers unlimited boilers, associated gas and steam piping installation, and repair – residential, commercial, and industrial.
The Mississippi Cabinets and Millwork license covers cabinet construction and installation, millwork and associated finish carpentry work.
The Mississippi Carpentry license covers unlimited carpentry, formwork, and related specialties.
The Mississippi Communication Systems license covers low voltage electrical systems, except for alarms.
The Mississippi Concrete license covers unlimited concrete work.
The Mississippi Conveyor System license covers installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of conveying equipment.
The Mississippi Ductwork license covers unlimited ductwork for heating, air conditioning, and ventilation.
The Mississippi Elevators and Escalators license covers installation and repair of elevators and escalators.
The Mississippi Excavation and Grading license covers clearing, grading, and excavation.
The Mississippi Fueling Systems license covers installation of fuel dispensing systems and storage facilities.
The Mississippi Glass, Glazing, Windows, and Skylights license is limited to flat glasswork in a residential or commercial setting.
The Mississippi Heavy Construction license covers sewer, water and gas pipelines, grading and excavation, and paving and plant construction.
The Mississippi Highway license covers roads, grading and excavation, highways, and bridges.
The Mississippi Insulation license covers mechanical and duct insulation work.
The Mississippi Irrigation Systems license covers unlimited irrigation systems and related components.
The Mississippi Landscaping license covers unlimited landscaping, and planting and groundcover excluding irrigation.
The Mississippi Lathing, Plastering, and Stucco license covers the installation of lath, plaster, drywall, stucco, and associated work.
The Mississippi Municipal license covers water and sewer pipelines and plants, and associated excavation, grading, and paving.
The Mississippi Painting and Wall Covering license covers unlimited wall covering and surface preparation.
The Mississippi Process Piping license covers specialized and industrial piping installation and maintenance, including components.
The Mississippi Remodeling license covers unlimited (structural) remodeling and repair work, excluding roof covering.
The Mississippi Roofing, Sheet Metal, and Siding license covers unlimited roofing and siding installation and repair.
The Mississippi Sign Erection license covers sign wiring, installation, and erection.
The Mississippi Structural Steel license covers the placement and installation of structural and reinforcing steel.
The Mississippi Swimming Pools license covers unlimited pool and spa installation, maintenance, and servicing, except for solar pool heating.
The Mississippi Tile and Marble license covers surface preparation and application of stone, ceramic, or similar materials.
The Mississippi Underground Utilities license covers water, sewer, and gas pipelines plus excavation, grading, and paving.
The Mississippi Welding license covers unlimited welding work.
Study Materials
These required-reference bundles are tied to Mississippi contractor exam paths. Review every matching bundle below, then open the bundle page to confirm included books, editions, pricing, and add-all ordering.
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Required books for Mississippi Residential Contractor with Business Law (PSI Exam) seminar
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Required books for Mississippi Building Construction Contractor (Res, Com, & Industrial) seminar
Required books for NASCLA Accredited Commercial Building Contractor (MS) seminar
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Required books for Mississippi Business and Law (BC) seminar
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Required books for Mississippi Electrical Web Seminar seminar
Required books for Mississippi Electrical with Business and Law seminar
Required books for Mississippi Master Electrician seminar
Required books for Mississippi Residential Electricican seminar
Required books for Mississippi Transmission/Distribution Lines Contractor seminar
Required books for NASCLA National Electrical Contractor/Master Electrician (MS) seminar
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Required books for NASCLA Accredited Commercial Building Contractor (MS) seminar
Required books for NASCLA National Electrical Contractor/Master Electrician (MS) seminar
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Required books for Mississippi HVAC Contractor with Business Law seminar
Required books for Mississippi Mechanical Contractor with Business Law seminar
Required books for Mississippi Refrigeration Contractor seminar
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Required books for Mississippi Plumbing seminar
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Required books for Mississippi Alarm Systems and Equipment Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Fire Sprinkler Contractor seminar
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Required books for Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Cabinets and Millwork Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Carpentry Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Communication Systems Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Concrete Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Conveyor Systems Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Ductwork for Heating, A/C and Ventilation Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Elevator and Escalator Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Excavation and Grading Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Fueling Systems Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Glass, Glazing, Windows and Skylights Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Heavy Construction Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Highway Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Insulation Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Irrigation Systems Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Landscaping Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Lathing, Plastering, and Stucco Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Municipal Utility Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Painting and Wall Covering Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Process Piping Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Remodeling Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Sign Erection Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Structural Steel Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Swimming Pools Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Tile and Marble Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Underground Utilities Contractor seminar
Required books for Mississippi Welding Contractor seminar
Reciprocity and NASCLA
Reciprocity usually means a trade exam waiver, not permission to operate with another state license. Verify the exact waiver rules with the board before relying on an out-of-state license.
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