Under Florida Administrative Code 61G4, how many hours of continuing education must a general contractor complete each biennium?
Correct Answer
B) 14 hours
Florida Administrative Code 61G4 requires general contractors to complete 14 hours of continuing education every two years (biennium) to maintain their license in good standing.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Florida Administrative Code 61G4-15.006 specifically mandates that general contractors must complete 14 hours of continuing education during each biennium (two-year period). This requirement is part of the license renewal process and ensures contractors stay current with building codes, safety standards, and industry practices. The 14-hour requirement has been consistent in Florida law and is a key regulatory requirement for maintaining an active general contractor license.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 10 hours
16 hours exceeds the actual requirement and may confuse this with other professional licensing requirements in Florida
Option C: 16 hours
12 hours falls short of the mandated continuing education requirement under Florida Administrative Code 61G4
Option D: 12 hours
10 hours is insufficient and does not meet the Florida Administrative Code 61G4 requirement for general contractors
Memory Technique
Think '14 for GC' - 14 hours for General Contractors, or remember 'Lucky 14' since it's exactly 7 hours per year averaged over the biennium
Reference Hint
Florida Administrative Code 61G4-15.006 - Continuing Education Requirements for General Contractors
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