Name: Virginia Swimming Pool Construction Contractor
Brand: American Contractors Exam Services
SKU: c1500

Required Books

The references listed below are allowed to be used during the exam and are used in our preparation seminar and home-study courses. These references may be tabbed (with permanent index tabs) and highlighted.

Effective immediately either the 2012 or 2015 Code can be used. As of 7/1/20 only the 2015 edition can be used.

They are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-992-1910.

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2021 International Building Code, Tabbed & Highlighted

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This code applies to all buildings except detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories.…

$216.00
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Plumbing

CPO Pool & Spa Operator Handbook, 2024

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This fundamental training and reference manual is for aquatic professionals, including operators, health officials, service technicians, retailers, property…

$85.75
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Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th

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Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures--the guide to applications, methods, and materials, has been the industry’s primary reference…

$149.00
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Guide to Shotcrete - ACI 506-22

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Guide to Shotcrete - ACI 506-22 by American Concrete Institute. This guide provides information on materials and properties of…

$159.00
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Pipe & Excavation Contracting

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Pipe and Excavation Contracting by Dave Roberts; published by Craftsman Book Co; (2011). Pipeline contracting can be rewarding…

$49.00
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Placing Reinforcing Bars 10th, 2019

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Published by the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI), this book is unique and popular resource that presents the…

$109.00
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Additional Services

Virginia Application Processing

Application Processing

New Application Processing Fee for Virginia License

$299.00
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Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work

Every state licensing board defines the exact project types, sizes, and trades that fall under each contractor classification. Review the scope below to make sure this license matches the work you actually do — then enroll in the seminar that prepares you for that exam the first time.

Swimming Pool Construction Contracting (POL) means that service which provides for the service, repair, construction, improvement or removal of in-ground swimming pools. The RBC and CBC classifications and the RFC specialty aslo provide for this function. No trade related Plumbing, Electrical, Backflow or HVAC work is included in the specialty.

License Requirements

NOTICE: Effective March 1, 2016, all Contractor Specialty examinations will require pre-approval from DPOR prior to taking the examination. For more information please contact the Board for Contractors Licensing Section directly at (804) 367-8511.

As of 8/21/06, the Designated Employee or a member of Responsible Management of all contractors applying for initial licensure (for an entity that is not currently licensed) must successfully complete an 8-hour business class approved by the Board for Contractors.

This applies to Class-A, Class-B & Class-C Contractors. (Please note that individuals applying for a Class C license; A Owner/Officer/Partner of the Company must be the person to take the required 8-hour Business Course required by the Board.)

Effective December 1, 2012, contractors will be required to take technical exams for the specialties they put on their license. This applies to Class A, B and C licenses. Contact the Virginia Board for Contractors for more information.

Reciprocity

Virginia currently does not have reciprocity with any state for this classification.

Continuing Education

Virginia currently does NOT require Continuing Education for this classification.

The Exam

The exam is administered by PSI. The exam is 50 questions, open book, Multiple Choice, 120 Minutes and a 70% is required to pass.

Exam subject areas include Plan Reading adn Estimating, Sitework & Reinforcing, Concrete, Shotcrete, Pool Equipment, including ADA, Pool Access Safety and Security.

How We Help You Prepare

American Contractors is currently developing a Home-Study course for individuals wishing to take and pass the Virginia Swimming Pool Construction Contractor exam. Please contact us at (800) 992-1910 for more information.

To apply for a license, contact:

Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation

9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400

Richmond, Virginia 23233

(804)367-8511

Important Contacts

To apply for a license, contact:

Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
9960 Mayland Drive
Suite 400
Richmond, Virginia 23233
(804)367-8511

http://www.dpor.virginia.gov/

Virginia exams are given by:

PSI Licensure: Certification
ATTN: Exam Registration
Daniel Building
3805 Cutshaw Ave., Suite 310
Richmond, VA 23230
(800) 733-9267

www.psiexams.com

For Tradesman Testing Approval, completed applications should be sent to:
Board for Contractors
9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400
Richmond, VA 23233

For more information, visit the website:

www.dpor.virginia.gov/dporweb/tra_main.cfm

Full Seminar Schedule

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What Is Included in Your Seminar

Required Books

2021 International Building Code, Tabbed & Highlighted

CPO Pool & Spa Operator Handbook, 2024

Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th

Guide to Shotcrete - ACI 506-22

Pipe & Excavation Contracting

Placing Reinforcing Bars 10th, 2019