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★ Ericka's recommendation

Get your California contractor license — the school Ericka recommends.

Ericka Herrera builds kitchens, baths, ADUs and commercial spaces across San Diego County with Cova Build Studio. Her pick for getting licensed is Blue Collar Licensing™ — online classes, paperwork help and business setup, in English or Spanish.

Free 100-question exam bonusEnglish & SpanishOnline statewide
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Custom kitchen remodel by Cova Build Studio, a licensed San Diego County contractor
📍 San Diego County · Licensed & insured, CA Lic. #1160740

Ericka Herrera recommends Blue Collar Licensing™ for anyone ready to get their California contractor license — the license behind every Cova Build Studio project.

🎁 Through Ericka's link: a FREE 100-question online practice exam with the 4-month course.
30,000+Contractors licensed
98%Pass rate
12Years teaching
7California offices
5.0★★★★★ Google rating
Bathroom remodel by Cova Build Studio, San Diego County
Cova Build Studio Inc.Design + Construction · CA Lic. #1160740
Who's recommending us

Meet Ericka Herrera

Ericka runs Cova Build Studio, a design-build company where the same team designs, manages and builds every project — from kitchens, bathrooms and ADUs to restaurants, gyms, offices and multifamily housing.

Her motto is "Designed to Live. Built to Last." — and every job she builds starts with the same thing: a California contractor license, CSLB #1160740.

Ready to run your own jobs under your own license? Ericka partnered with Blue Collar Licensing™ to help builders in her community get there.Follow her work at @erickaconstruction
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The course Ericka recommends

4-month California contractor license course

Most students pick the 4-month online course — enough time to learn it right, with live help every week.

Most students pick this
4-month online course

California Contractor License Course

  • 4 months of online classes with the 2026 updates
  • Law & Business book and study guide
  • Trade book and study guide for your classification
  • 500 Law & Business practice questions
  • 1 year of online trade access
  • Live Q&A every Wednesday with head instructor Luis Gonzalez
  • Exam tips video + key notes for every chapter
  • Study app for iPhone & Android — included free
  • 2 weeks of the Contracts Course free once your license is issued
Payment plans available
$1,195
State fees paid separately to the CSLB
🎁 Only through Ericka's link: a FREE 100-question online practice exam.
Enroll — 4 months Not sure it fits? Call (909) 757-8470 and we'll tell you straight · compare all course options
Contracts course

Learn to fill out a contract, line by line

$995 $1,095

The only California license school teaching contracts as a full course. Taught in English · Impartido en Español.

  • Home Improvement Contract
  • Service & Repair Contract
  • Waiver of Right to Cancel
  • Subcontractor Agreement & Preliminary Notice
  • Hiring subs & vendors (W-9 & qualification package)
  • 1 year of access, new modules included
Get the Contracts Course More about the contracts course
Personalized contracts

Contracts with your name & logo

$695

Ready-to-use California contract documents branded for your company — print them or fill them in on your computer.

  • Home Improvement Contract with lien warning & disclosures
  • Change Order & Additional Description of Work
  • Estimate & invoice forms
  • Commercial Contract · Service & Repair Agreement
  • Subcontractor Agreement
  • Preliminary Notice & Notice of Completion
Order My Contracts See sample document packages
Website & marketing

The license lets you bid. Marketing gets you called.

From $995

A professional online presence like Cova's — built by the Blue Collar Licensing™ marketing team.

  • Custom contractor website
  • Google Business Profile setup
  • Logo & business card design
  • Domain registered for you — you own everything
  • Free consultation
Build My Website See websites & logos
From sign-up to licensed

How to get your California contractor license

01
Day 1

Enroll

Sign up through Ericka's link and get instant access to your classes, books and bonus exam.

02
Week 1–2

Paperwork

Start your CSLB application with help from our paperwork processing team while you study.

03
Week 2–10

Study

Online classes, practice questions and live Q&A every Wednesday with Luis.

04
Week 10–13

Pass & build

Take your CSLB exams and start bidding jobs as a licensed contractor.

Who Ericka sends you to

Meet your instructor, Luis Gonzalez

Luis is the head instructor of Blue Collar Licensing™ and a licensed contractor himself — he serves as RMO on an active CSLB license. He's taught thousands of students over 12 years, in English and Spanish.

You'll see him live every Wednesday for Q&A. Puro Campeón™.

  • Licensed contractor teaching contractors — not just a teacher
  • Bilingual classes, books and exam prep
  • Paperwork help — we process a high volume of CSLB applications every month
  • Every trade — B General Building and C-classifications
  • 7 offices across California, online classes statewide
Which license do you need?

Contractor licenses for remodeling, ADUs & new builds

The work Ericka does — kitchens, bathrooms, ADUs and full remodels — falls under these CSLB classifications. Blue Collar Licensing™ prepares you for each of them.

Contractor license classes in San Diego County

Live in San Diego, Chula Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas or anywhere in the county? Our online contractor license classes are available statewide, so you can study from home and get live help every Wednesday.

When you're ready, you take the CSLB Law & Business and trade exams at an approved testing center.

Clases de licencia de contratista en español

¿Prefieres estudiar en español? Las clases, los libros y la preparación para el examen de la CSLB están disponibles en español. Llámanos al (909) 757-8470 — ¡se habla español!

Also have questions about the application? See our CSLB paperwork processing service or contact us.

Questions, answered

California contractor license FAQ

What do I get by enrolling through Ericka's page?

Everything in the 4-month course, plus a free 100-question online practice exam that's only available through Ericka Herrera's link.

How long does it take to get licensed?

The course runs 4 months online. Many students take their CSLB exams within about 10–13 weeks, and the state issues the license once you pass and your application is approved.

Are classes available in Spanish?

Yes — classes, books and exam prep are available in English and Spanish. ¡Sí, también en español!

Do I need a license for remodeling work in California?

Yes. Any construction job over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a license from the Contractors State License Board.

I'm in San Diego — can I take the course?

Yes. The course is online and available statewide, so you can study from San Diego County or anywhere in California.

Is Ericka part of Blue Collar Licensing?

Ericka Herrera owns Cova Build Studio, an independent contractor. She's a Blue Collar Licensing™ affiliate and may earn a commission when you enroll through her page.

Recommended by @erickaconstruction

Your license is the foundation. Start building it today.

Enroll through Ericka's page and get the free 100-question exam with your 4-month course.

Ericka's pick: 4-Month Course+ Free 100-question exam Enroll · $1,195