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Online Michigan Builders 60-Hour Prelicense Program
98% Pass Rate – You Will Pass on Your First Try!
We highly recommend all builders have the following books to complete this course: the Michigan Residential Code book and the Carpentry & Building Construction book.
How Do I Get A Michigan Builders License?
- Complete an approved 60-hour course.
- Submit an online application to the state.
- Register with PSI and pass your exam.
About Our 60-Hour Program
- State-approved and available 24/7 from any device.
- Start and stop your course as often as you’d like.
- Each lesson is taught by an expert in their field, from construction, to business development, to marketing.
Want Extra Help?
- We are here to answer your questions: 800-727-7104
- Sign up for One-on-One Tutoring or Application Consulting
Classroom 60-Hour Builders Prelicense Course
We highly recommend all builders have the following books to complete this course: the Michigan Residential Code book and the Carpentry & Building Construction book.
WE WILL RESUME CLASSROOM COURSES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Classes are currently canceled for the duration of the Michigan State of Emergency. We will schedule new classroom sessions as soon as we are able. Thank you for your understanding.

Live Classroom Course
State Approval #364-CP3018
Includes:
60-Hour Course
Online Bonus Materials:
- Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Licensed
- Free Exam Prep Program
- Free Construction Math Course
- Free Social Media Marketing for Construction Trades
Michigan Builder Exam Prep
- Construction Math Simplified
3 Hour Video Course
This online course provides an interactive, hands-on approach to understanding the basic math formulas and problems encountered in the course of daily construction activities.
*Included with the purchase of an Online or Classroom 60-hour course and the Michigan Exam Prep course.$39.00 - Michigan Exam Prep Course
Audio Course With Printable Text
- If you’ve tried other exam preps and failed, this program WILL ensure you pass.
- Free Video Course:Â Social Media for Contractors
$119.00
Michigan Books
- Carpentry and Building Construction 2016 Edition
Carpentry & Building Construction is a comprehensive carpentry book that focuses on residential construction with many procedures also applying to light commercial construction. The informative text provides detailed, heavily illustrated information about materials, tools, and processes, with many step-by-step procedures. It is recommended for all states as a helpful text in studying for any of the trades exams and is an excellent reference source for contractors to own.
$110.00 - Carpentry and Building Construction 2016 Edition – TABS
Pre-printed Tabs
$7.00 - Michigan Residential Code Book 2015 (Most Current)
Produced by the International Code Council, Inc. (ICC) This is the latest edition that is available for the Michigan Residential Code for one- and two-family dwellings and the Michigan Uniform Energy Code.  The State of Michigan requires all licensed builders and contractors to own this including those taking the state exam to become licensed.Â
$145.00 - Michigan Residential Code Book 2015 (Most Current) – TABS$7.00
CE Requirements: 3-hours if licensed more than 6 years | 21-hours if licensed less than 6 years
Renewal Deadline: May 31st every three years
Michigan Builder or M&A Contractor Individual Continuing Education Courses
- Overview of Building Trades | Michigan
9 Hour Video Course
This course provides an overview of building trade skills and is advantageous for anyone seeking to start a residential building project or enter into the building industry.$79.00 - Footings and Foundations | Michigan
9 Hour Video Course
Learn the Footings and Foundations construction process beginning with surveys and permits all the way to backfilling.$79.00 - Residential Code Review | Michigan
8 Hour Video Course
The 2015 Michigan Residential Code book establishes minimum requirements for one and two family dwellings. This course is a review of the codes required for residential construction.$75.00 - Residential Project Management | Michigan
8 Hour Video Course
Take an in-depth look at the responsibilities of a project manager and the methods experienced contractors use to effectively manage all aspects of a building project.
0.8 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #26110
$75.00 - Staying Alive: Construction Safety | Michigan
8 Hour Video Course
This course outlines the most important work-related hazards on a construction site and will inspire you to practice safety first, in a way that will prevent injuries at work and at home.$75.00 - Manage Your Way to Big Profits | Michigan
7 Hour Audio Course
Learn the responsibilities a construction project manager must be prepared to perform to maximize the earning potential of each building project you manage with this course.
0.7 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25470$69.00 - Estimating and Bidding for Success | Michigan
7 Hour Audio Course
Calculating a more accurate estimate and bid allows a contractor to get the most out of every job. Improve your bottom line as we cover all aspects of the bidding process.
0.7 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25472$69.00 - Business of Building | Michigan
7 Hour Video Course
Gain an understanding of the Code of Conduct and your responsibilities as a business owner and how to maneuver through new business startup stages.$69.00 - Building Green | Michigan
7 Hour Video Course
Learn methods and economic benefits of green building that allow homes to have less impact on the environment and the importance of using these techniques.$69.00 - Construction Health and Safety Compliance | Michigan
7 Hour Video Course
This course focuses on hazardous energy, fall protection, fire safety, hazard communication, PPE, Respiratory protection, silica safety and stairways and ladders.$69.00 - Energy, Weatherization and Renewable Resources | Michigan
7 Hour Video Course
Give yourself the edge in the growing market in renewable energy building by adding efficiency through solar and wind energy.$69.00 - Construction Techniques for Contractors | Michigan
7 Hour Video & Text Course
Here you will learn an overview of the building trade skills from site work, concrete forms and framing to roofs and the many structural components associated with the entire building envelope.$69.00 - Code, Energy and Weatherization | Michigan
7 Hour Video Course
This course covers the current code and safety as well as environmental and energy concerns to safeguard the health, safety, property, and public welfare.$69.00 - 2010 ADA Standards: Key Features and Elements | Michigan
7 Hour Video & Audio Course
Learn how the ADA Standards for Accessible Design applies to construction projects with on-site examples of accessible buildings used by both the public and private sector.$69.00 - Marketing for Building Contractors | Michigan
6 Hour Video Course
Effective marketing to new clients is a struggle for many business owners. Explore successful techniques of a cost-effective marketing program to increase business year round.$59.00 - Contracts, Liabilities and Risk Management | Michigan
6 Hour Video Course
Understanding how to utilize contract law for risk and liability management will protect your business from unscrupulous people.$59.00 - 2010 ADA Standards: Real World Application | Michigan
6 Hour Video Course
Accessibility issues are one of the most common reasons a new building will fail inspections. Learn the current ADA standards and how to implement them.$59.00
- Residential Inspections | Michigan
5 Hour Video Course
This course is a review of the responsibilities of building officials, their authority to interpret the code while working to achieve code compliance.$55.00 - Drones in Construction | Michigan
4 Hour Video Course
Drones are more accessible than ever and very beneficial to Contractors, but before you take flight, learn the rules and regulations that must be followed to operate commercial drones.
0.4 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25730$49.00 - Building on Budget by Design | Michigan
4 Hour Audio Course
Making your clients happy is always the goal. Learn to design efficiently with less complexity, material, and labor resulting in savings for the homeowner.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25481$49.00 - Environmental Design for Buildings: Best Practices for the Best Design | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Learn current trends in energy efficient technologies that provide safe, code compliant environments and are central to the health of the consumer and the survival of the planet.$39.00 - The Foundations of Plan Reading | Michigan
3 Hour Video Course
This course outlines the general layout of residential plans, identifying and detailing schedules, legends, symbols, and engineering instructions.$39.00 - Getting Decked: And Choosing How That Happens | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Capitalize on our love of outdoor spaces with this course that explores options available to build decks and structures and the many different materials available.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25461$39.00 - Successful Code Analysis: Occupancy Classification Business, Group B | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Learn to identify the building use, construction type, requirements, how code applies to use group, and to integrate design with current codes for a safe and cost-effective project.
0.3 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25535$39.00 - Lean on Me – Choosing Railings Carefully | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
This course teaches ADA compliance in design of railings, proper mounting, material & finish options, replacing railings in historic projects, and standardized railing systems trends.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25491$39.00 - Aging in Place – Eliminating Pitfalls | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Gain an understanding of physical and cognitive challenges, beneficial lighting, exterior design for nature enjoyment and interior design to accommodate the handicapped and aged.$39.00 - Danger in the Damp – Dealing with Mold | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
This course teaches the terminology, testing, inspection process to find water damage, why mold growth occurs, and the steps to take when water intrusion and mold growth is found.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #26097$39.00 - Drier By Design – Designing to Keep Water Out | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Learn how water migrates, the typical sources of excess moisture and how to prevent it through planning, design, construction, and control of condensation.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #26098$39.00 - Construction Health and Safety Compliance Part III | Michigan
3 Hour Video Course
This course covers bloodborne pathogens and the precautions every person should observe, fire safety, hazard communication, and silica safety and permissible levels.$39.00 - Construction Health and Safety Compliance Part II | Michigan
3 Hour Video Course
This course covers fall protection and maintaining a safe working environment, PPE and when they are required, and stairways and ladders.$39.00 - Construction Health and Safety Compliance Part I | Michigan
3 Hour Video Course
Learn about the use of lockout devices designed to disable equipment to prevent injury, fire safety, hazard communication, and respiratory protection.$39.00 - Construction Documents For Successful Projects | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Integrate design with current codes and to identify code related issues while turning your customers goals and aspirations into a safe and cost-effective project.
0.3 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25461$39.00 - 29 CFR 1926 Confined Spaces | Michigan
3 Hour Video Course
This course focuses requirements set forth in the 29 CFR 1926 to protect employees working in confined spaces such as boilers, elevators, manholes, tanks, incinerators, silos, etc.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25544$39.00 - 2015 Michigan Uniform Energy Code | Michigan
3 Hour Text Course
The new Michigan Energy Code reflects several changes with the purpose of conserving energy through improved efficiency. It sets the baseline for the building envelope, systems, and equipment.$39.00 - Weatherization | Michigan
3 Hour Video & Text Course
Build homes that are protected from the weather and be able to recognize mistakes that cause envelope failure while learning practical techniques that add to building efficiency.$39.00 - Successful Site Design | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Designing your building site is key to the success of any building project. Learn to navigate the challenges and pit falls of site development without compromising design.
0.3 ICC Sitework CEUs – Approval #25455$39.00 - Successful Building Design | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Building design is a crucial to a successful construction project. Learn proven methods for analyzing design decisions for all aspects of construction, appearance and maintenance.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25451$39.00 - Successful Renovations and Additions | Michigan
3 Hour Audio Course
Approach your project with confidence by learning to recognize the critical issues, ask the right questions, and identify existing design and structural concerns.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25454$39.00 - Advanced Construction Math | Michigan
2 Hour Text Course
This course covers construction mathematics and advanced problems regarding house plans and material needs. It is also beneficial in preparing for licensing exams.$29.00 - Starting from the Bottom | Michigan
2 Hour Audio Course
This course takes a look at decisions made in selecting materials for the foundation, floor assembly and foundation types and how to avoid problems that occure from making poor choices.$29.00 - Powered Industrial Trucks and Aerial Lifts | Michigan
2 Hour Video Course
This course covers the basic use of fork and aerial lifts, proper operation, hazards, inspections and maintenance, certification, fall protection, and safety hazards.$29.00 - Successful Use of Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings | Michigan
2 Hour Audio Course
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of using a PEMB, why they are economical, as well as foundations, building envelope, industrial equipment and code.
0.2 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25458$29.00 - Silica Safety | Michigan
1 Hour Video Course
OSHA estimates that over 840,000 construction workers are exposed to silica levels exceeding the PEL each year. Learn the OSHA regulations and safety codes for silica safety.$19.00 - 29 CFR 1926 Stairways and Ladders | Michigan
1 Hour Video Course
This course applies to all stairways and ladders used in construciton, alteration, repair and demolition workplaces and when they are required to comply with 29 CFR Part 1926.$19.00
CE Requirements: Building Officials – 50 Hours | Inspectors & Plan Reviewers – 47 Hours
Renewal Deadline: September 16th every three years
Individual Michigan Code Official Continuing Education Courses
- Code Official MRC Residential Code Review | Michigan
8 Technical Hour Video Course
Approval #CP-21-00006
The 2015 Michigan Residential Code book establishes minimum requirements for one and two family dwellings.  This course is a review of the codes required for residential construction.$89.00 - Code Official Overview of Building Trades | Michigan
8 Specialty Hour Video Course
Approval #CP-18-00223
This course provides an overview of building trade skills and outlines the fundamental requirements involved in residential construction or remodeling.
0.8 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25556$89.00 - Code Official Building Green | Michigan
6 Specialty Hour Video Course
Approval #CP-18-00224
Learn methods and economic benefits of green building that allow homes to have less impact on the environment and the importance of using these techniques.
0.6 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25551$69.00 - Code Official Administration and Enforcement Review | Michigan
6 Administration Hour Video Course
Approval #CP-19-00050
Learn the administrative process involved in inspections, investigation of complaints, enforcement of the applicable codes, and evaluating projects that may have unusual materials or design.
0.6 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25536$69.00 - Code Official ANSI A117.1-09 | Michigan
6 Technical Hour Audio Course
Approval #CP-19-00032
This course provides an overview of the ANSI A117.1-09 requirements for newly designed and constructed government, public and commercial facilities including clearance and accessible routes.
0.6 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25537$69.00 - Code Official Technical II Building Construction 2015 MRC | Michigan
6 Technical Hour Audio Course
Approval #CP-19-00023
Review building construction, techniques, 2015 Michigan Residential Code, Roofing, Insulation, Ventilation, Windows, Doors and Skylights, Siding, Finishes and Specialities with this course.
0.6 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25554$69.00 - Code Official Technical I: Building Construction 2015 MRC | Michigan
6 Technical Hour Audio Course
Approval #CP-19-00024
This course is a review of building construction and techniques, including the related 2015 Michigan Residential Code and covers Footings and Foundations, Concrete, Carpentry, and Masonry.
0.6 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25555$69.00 - Code Official Successful Site Design and Michigan Energy Code | Michigan
6 Plan Review Hour Video & Audio Course
Approval #CP-18-00221
Designing your building site is key to the success of any building project. Learn to navigate the challenges and pit falls of site development without compromising design.
0.6 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25553$69.00 - Code Official 2015 Residential Code Review | Michigan
6 Technical Hour Video Course
Approval #CP-18-00220
The 2015 Michigan Residential Code book establishes minimum requirements for one and two family dwellings. This course is a review of the codes required for residential construction.
0.6 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25550$69.00 - Code Official Business of Building | Michigan
6 Administration Hour Video Course
Approval #CP-18-00216
Gain an understanding of the Code of Conduct and your responsibilities as a business owner and how to maneuver through new business startup stages.
0.6 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25552$69.00 - Code Official Recreational Facilities and Construction Documents | Michigan
4 Plan Review Hour Video and Audio Course
Approval #CP-18-00222
This course covers the ADA requirements for amusement parks, fitness equipment, and other recreation facilities as well as documentation and coordination of the plan review process.
0.4 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25548$49.00 - Code Official Responsibilities of Building Officials | Michigan
4 Administration Hour Video Course
Approval #CP-18-00217
Registered building inspectors are required to have experience in the construction industry and demonstrate ability to perform inspections throughout all phases of construction.
0.4 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25549$49.00 - Successful Code Analysis: Occupancy Group B | Michigan
3 Technical Hour Audio Course
Approval #CP-19-00121
Learn to identify the building use, construction type, requirements, how code applies to use group, and to integrate design with current codes for a safe and cost-effective project.
0.3 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25535$39.00 - Code Official Drier By Design – Designing to Keep Water Out | Michigan
2 Specialty Audio Hour Course
Approval #CP-19-00021
Learn how water migrates, the typical sources of excess moisture and how to prevent it through planning, design, construction, and control of condensation.
0.2 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25533$29.00 - Code Official Construction Documents for Successful Projects | Michigan
2 Plan Review Hour Audio Course
Approval #CP-19-00019
Learn to integrate design with current codes and how to identify code related issues while turning your customers goals and aspirations into a safe and cost-effective project.
0.2 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25532$29.00 - Code Official Successful Use of Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings | Michigan
2 Specialty Hour Audio Course
Approval #CP-19-00020
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of using a PEMB, why they are economical, as well as foundations, building envelope, industrial equipment and code.
0.2 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25458$29.00 - Code Official Positive Communication Strategies | Michigan
1 Communication Hour Audio Course
Approval #CP-18-00218
Learn strong interpersonal and communication skills that will foster effective, cooperative working relationships and strategies used to create a positive work environment. Approved for all Registrant Categories.
0.1 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25547$19.00 - Code Official Inspection and Complaint Process | Michigan
1 Communication Hour Video Course
Approval #CP-18-00215
Building officials often inform, advise and resolve conflicts between the local jurisdictions, architects, contractors and homeowners about code compliance. This course addresses the process of inspection, complaints and violations.
0.1 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25546$19.00
- Salesperson Exam Prep Course | Michigan
8 Hour Video Course
If you work in any capacity where you are signing building or renovation contracts with customers or exchanging money, you are required to have a Salesperson License. This course will help you prepare for the exam.This course is intended as a study guide for preparing to take the Michigan Salesperson exam administered by PSI. Topics covered are those areas outlined in the PSI Exam Candidate Information Bulletin:
- General Salesperson Concepts
- Occupational Code P.A. 299 of 1980
- Construction Lien Act
- Contracts and Law
- Estimating, Bidding, Measurements
- Restrictions and Easements
- Construction Drawings
- Construction Mathematics
- Glossary
- Practice Exam
$99.00