In-Person Licensing Classes for Michigan Builders

60-Hour Prelicense Classroom Courses

A major step of the licensing application process involves completing 60 hours of approved prelicensure education. We offer a six-day, 10-hour fast-track classroom curriculum that covers everything you need to know for the license exam.

We highly recommend bringing the following to each class:

• A calculator, highlighter, and something to write with
• The Michigan Residential Code and Carpentry & Building Construction code books

Note: The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs says that missing any amount of classroom instruction means you do not get credit. That means you cannot be late to or miss any classes.

Course bundles include access to our comprehensive online exam prep program.

Meet Your Instructors

Rodger Peck

Rodger owns Rapid River Custom Homes out of Rapid City, MI. He has been working in the building trades for over twenty years. Prior to starting his own company, Rodger was a Superintendent for one of Northwest Michigan's largest home builders supervising the construction of multiple homes at one time. Residential Builders License # 2101137251

Mike Wood

Mike is an experienced Residential Builder and is currently subcontracting and teaching our 60-Hour and EPA Lead Paint (RRP) classes in Southern Michigan. Residential Builders License # 2101195796

Scott Corbatt

Scott is a mechanical Engineer with a Bachelor of Science Degree from Michigan Technological University in Houghton. His areas of concentration have been project management and design. He currently owns his own consulting firm called SC Consulting in Grand Haven, MI. Scott's background is primarily the construction industry, but his experience ranges from project manager to high school teacher. Residential Builders License # 2101163427

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose between an in-person or online class?

In-person classroom courses offer less flexibility but more interactivity. While limited to a specific time and place, you are able to ask questions and discuss topics with other learners.

Our online courses present the same material but with a self-paced format. The lectures are pre-made, but you can start and stop anytime and complete lessons around your schedule.

What should a builder consider when choosing an in-person class?

We recommend that you only consider classes offered by a state-approved provider like Builders License Training Institute. That way, your time spent in class will count toward state licensing requirements.

Other tips include:

• Look for classes that are taught by licensed experts who can share their own on-the-job experiences
• Pick a provider dedicated to providing courses in as many convenient locations as possible (that's why we partnered with Menards!)

What should I do after finishing a class?

Whether renewing your license or applying for one, you'll need proof that you completed your required training.

We provide official certificates of completion that you can use to complete the renewal process or apply for your MI builder license.