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and testing. *Classes are usually taken in this sequence; however, the school reserves the right to modify the sequence as needed LICENSURE CALIFORNIA CONTRACTOR LICENSE Brownson Technical School offers programs/courses in Heating, Ventilating, Air -Conditioning, and Refrigeration that prepare students/graduates for entry-level employment as an employee who is paid wages by a licensed contractor. As an employee a student/graduate is not required to be licensed to work in the State of California. Brownson Technical School does not and cannot promise or guarantee either employment or level of income or wage rate to any student or graduate. One must work for a Contractor or other legal entity long enough to qualify for Licensure. This is typically for a minimum of four years as a Journeyman prior to application. Should a student/graduate wish to become a licensed contractor there are several requirements/items that may be required or considered, if applicable, based on years of experience in the field, having a "qualifying individual" attest to experience, an examination, business ownership, project fees, etc. To obtain the details on a contractor's license please visit the following site: Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board http•//www cslb ca og v/Applicants/ContractorsLicense/ExarnApplication/BeforeAppl yingForLicense asp License Exemption: An employee who is paid wages is exempt from having to obtain a State of California Contractor's license. Are there any financial requirements to meet in order to qualify for a contractor's license? Yes. All applicants for a new contractor's license, other than those applying for a joint venture license, must have more than $2,500 worth of operating capital. Operating capital is defined as your current assets minus your current liabilities. Will a conviction for a criminal offense prevent a person from being licensed as a contractor or from serving as a qual Eying individual? The CSLB's applications and other forms include questions regarding criminal convictions. The CSLB may deny a license if the crime is substantially related to the duties, functions and qualifications of a contractor. Failure to disclose the requested information may, in and of itself, be grounds for denial of a license. Even if crime is found to be substantially related to the duties, functions and qualifications of a contractor, an individual may be licensed if he or she has demonstrated sufficient rehabilitation. See Rule 869 in Chapter 13 of the California Contractors License Law & Reference Book. In 2005, the Legislature mandated that all applicants for licenses and home improvement salesperson registrations would be required to submit fingerprints with each application. All new applicants for licensure, including each officer, partner, owner and responsible managing employee; and all home improvement salespersons will have to submit fingerprints. Fingerprints are not required for: Individuals who are currently licensed by the CSLB, as long as they do not apply for any changes to their licenses; and • Applicants for joint venture licenses. -29-