Course Description

6 Hour Georgia Residential Light Commercial Contractor Online CE – Self-Paced Portion

Only $59 | Instant Certificate | 100% Online & Self-Paced | No Tests ✅

This 6-hour online course is designed for Georgia Residential Light Commercial Individual Contractors who need the self-paced online portion of their continuing education for license renewal.

Georgia Residential Light Commercial contractors are required to complete 12 total hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle. Georgia allows up to 50% of those hours to be completed through self-paced online coursework, which means this 6-hour online course can satisfy the online portion of the Residential Light Commercial renewal requirement.

The remaining 6 hours must be completed through live instruction, such as an in-person class or qualifying live webinar.

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✅ Who Should Take This 6-Hour Course?

This course is best for:

✅ Georgia Residential Light Commercial Individual Contractors
✅ Contractors who need the online portion of their renewal CE
✅ Licensees who want to complete 6 hours online and finish the remaining hours live
✅ Contractors who prefer a self-paced course they can complete on their schedule

If you hold a Residential Basic Individual Contractor license, you should usually take the 3-hour online course instead, because Georgia only allows Residential Basic contractors to count up to 3 self-paced online hours per renewal cycle.

✅ Georgia Contractor CE & Renewal — What to Know

• Typical CE totals: Many Georgia Residential Basic and Residential-Light Commercial licensees complete 6 hours each renewal cycle (often tracked annually).

• Renewal timing: Licenses renew biennially. Check your Georgia licensing portal for your exact expiration date, classification, and any updated CE expectations.

• Format: This online course is self-paced with no tests.

• Records: You’ll get an instant certificate for your files. Keep it—and your renewal receipt—for audit readiness.

If you need fewer or more hours, use the Georgia course links below to mix & match to your total.

✅ How to Renew Your Residential or General Contractor License (Georgia)

Step 1 – Confirm Your License Type and Renewal Requirements
Before you renew, confirm whether you hold a Residential Basic, Residential Light Commercial, or Commercial General Contractor license. In Georgia, Residential Basic licensees must complete 3 hours of continuing education per year, Residential Light Commercial licensees must complete 6 hours of continuing education per year, and Commercial General Contractors are not currently required to complete continuing education for renewal.

Step 2 – Complete Your CE Online if You Are a Residential Contractor
If you are renewing a Residential Basic or Residential Light Commercial license, complete your required continuing education before renewal. If you are a Commercial General Contractor, you can skip this step because Georgia does not currently require CE for that license type.

Step 3 – Download and Save Your Certificate
After completing your course, download your certificate of completion and keep it with your records. Georgia’s residential contractor rules require licensees to maintain official documentation of completed CE, and those records must be kept for at least two years following the end of the biennium and furnished to the Board upon request or random audit.

Step 4 – Report Your CE in CE Broker if CE Applies to Your License
As of January 1, 2026, Georgia licensees who are required to complete continuing education for renewal must register and report their CE into CE Broker and record all CE taken in their CE Broker account. This step applies to Georgia licensees with a CE requirement, such as residential contractors, but it does not create a CE requirement for Commercial General Contractors where none currently exists.

Step 5 – Submit Your Renewal Application Through GOALS
Georgia renewals for both Residential Contractors and Commercial General Contractors are completed online through GOALS and must be completed by June 30 of even-numbered years. A late renewal period is available from July 1 through July 31.

Important Note: Residential contractors must attest that their CE requirements have been met, maintain records of attendance and completion, and submit those records if requested by the Board. Commercial General Contractors should still renew on time through GOALS, but Georgia’s FAQ currently states that they are not required to complete continuing education for renewal.

✅ Georgia Residential Contractor CE Requirements

Georgia residential contractor continuing education depends on your license type:

✅ Residential Basic Individual Contractor
Requires 3 hours per year, or 6 total hours per 2-year renewal cycle.
Only 3 hours may be completed through self-paced online coursework.
The remaining 3 hours must be live or live webinar.

✅ Residential Light Commercial Individual Contractor
Requires 6 hours per year, or 12 total hours per 2-year renewal cycle.
Only 6 hours may be completed through self-paced online coursework.
The remaining 6 hours must be live or live webinar.

✅ Commercial General Contractor / Limited Tier
Continuing education is generally not required for this license type.

✅ Important Georgia CE Notice

This course is a self-paced online course. Under Georgia’s continuing education rules, self-paced online coursework may only be used for up to 50% of the total CE hours required for Residential Basic and Residential Light Commercial contractor renewal.

If you are a Residential Light Commercial contractor, this 6-hour course is intended to satisfy the online portion of your 12-hour renewal requirement. You will still need to complete the remaining required hours through live instruction or live webinar.

What You’ll Learn — Course Outline (6 Hours)

Grounded in Georgia practice, field safety, code highlights, and contractor business essentials.

Section 1 — Georgia Contractor Licensing & CE Requirements (1 Hr)

• License classifications & scope (Residential Basic vs. Residential-Light Commercial)

• CE & renewal expectations; permits & inspections; ethics & Board authority

• Recordkeeping, audit prep, and staying current on rule changes

Section 2 — Residential Building Systems & Materials (1 Hr)

• Foundations & drainage; framing & load paths; roofing & flashing

• Insulation & energy code principles; exterior finishes & moisture control

• Flooring systems and common installation errors

Section 3 — Jobsite Safety & OSHA Awareness (1 Hr)

• Fall protection & ladders; trenching & excavation safety

• Power tool/PPE safety; flammables handling; electrical hazards & LOTO

• Incident reporting and safety documentation

Section 4 — Georgia Residential Code Highlights (1 Hr)

• Structural requirements for 1- & 2-family dwellings

• Egress, stairways, and emergency escape openings

• Smoke/CO alarms; fire separation; energy code items (duct leakage, blower door)

• Coordination issues across plumbing & mechanical trades

Section 5 — Contracts, Documentation & Risk Management (1 Hr)

• Required elements in residential contracts; change orders & scope clarity

• Managing subs; payment schedules & retainage

• Lien waivers/notice requirements; daily reports, photos, and dispute protection

Section 6 — Business Practices, Ethics & Client Relations (1 Hr)

• Estimating & bidding ethics; time management & scheduling

• Client communication & expectation setting; marketing & license representation

• Insurance basics (GL, WC, builder’s risk); dispute resolution & mediation clauses

Why 1st Choice Continuing Education?

• ✅ Only $59 — straightforward, affordable pricing

• ✅ No tests — practical, contractor-focused content

• ✅ Instant certificate upon completion

• ✅ 100% online & mobile-friendly

• ✅ Log in/out anytime; progress saved

• ✅ Live support: call or text 1-800-698-2770

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• 6-Hour General/Residential Contractor Renewal – Georgia (this course) – $59

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✅ FAQ Additions for the 6-Hour Page

Can I complete all 12 hours for Residential Light Commercial renewal online?
No. Georgia allows only 50% of the required continuing education hours to be completed through self-paced online coursework. Residential Light Commercial contractors need 12 total hours per renewal cycle, so only 6 hours may be completed online. The other 6 hours must be live or live webinar.

Does this 6-hour course satisfy the full Residential Light Commercial renewal requirement?
No. This course is intended to satisfy the 6-hour self-paced online portion. You will still need 6 live hours to complete the full 12-hour requirement.

Can a Residential Basic contractor take this 6-hour course?
Residential Basic contractors only need 6 total hours per renewal cycle, and only 3 of those hours may be self-paced online. For that license type, the 3-hour online course is usually the better fit.

Do Commercial General Contractors need this course?
Commercial General Contractors and Limited Tier contractors generally do not have a CE requirement. This course is mainly for Georgia Residential Light Commercial contractors.

Course Details

• Georgia Contractor Course
• 6 Credit Hours.
• Instant Access - Online Course.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Certificate emailed immediately upon completion.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.