Information on Obtaining a
Certificate of Competency
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Þ To view a list of Certificates of Competency currently available in Unincorporated Lee County please click here.
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Examination and Sponsorship: Apply for sponsorship with Lee County and pay the $35 sponsorship fee to take the exam(s) for the desired Certificate of Competency and provide to Lee County passing scores of 75% or greater; Lee County currently sponsors applicants to take exams with Prometric Inc. or Gainesville Independent Testing Services. See the links on the left for sponsorship information for each company OR if the applicant has previously taken an exam and the applicant has actively been engaged in providing these services for at least two years prior to application, the applicant may provide Lee County with the exam results for review. Lee County will determine if the prior exam results are acceptable.
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Application: Submit a completed application along with all requirements to Lee County.
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Board Hearing: Attend a scheduled board hearing (currently meeting once a month) the Board must approve your application before a license can be issued.
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Insurance and Fees: After board approval, you will need to provide the required insurance documentation and submit the Certificate of Competency fee of $90. Application for Workman’s Compensation Exemption can be made through the State of Florida's local Bureau of Compliance office located at 2295 Victoria Ave Suite # 163, Fort Myers, Florida 33901. Phone #: 239-461-4006. You may visit the State of Florida's website for more information by clicking here.
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Issuance: You will be issued a Certificate of Competency which will be required to be renewed yearly on September 30. |
PHONE: (239) 533-8895 FAX: (239) 485-8577
EMAIL: CONTRACTORLICENSING@LEEGOV.COM
MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 398, FORT MYERS, FL. 3390
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: LEE COUNTY BOCC. |