Heating, Cooling, Sheet Metal License Application Path - Contractor
License Types- S-1
- S-3
- S-5
- S-7
- S-9
- B-1
- B-3
- D-1
- D-3
- G-1
- G-9
- SM-1
- SM-3
- SM-5
- ST-1
- VT-1
- MT-1
- HPG-1
- PP-1
- OE-1
CT Residents Applying for a Contractor License:
- Submit a copy of your current Journeypersons license and the date first issued
Out of State Residents Applying for a CT Contractor License:
Applicants holding “Out of State” Heating & Cooling Contractor License(s) shall submit:
- Work history and/or resume to include the number of years the journeyperson license requires, and an additional two years of on the job training and/or experience, as required.
- Letters from current or previous employer(s). Letters must be on company letterhead, dated, and notarized, and must include the dates of employment and a specific, detailed description of your on-the job-training and work experience, including all aspects included in the scope of work you are applying for.
NOTE: Letters that do not meet the criteria listed above will not be accepted. This will significantly delay the processing of your application. Do not submit W-2’s, 1099’s or tax returns for proof of your on the job training or work experience. They will not be accepted. Letters from employers are required.
- Proof of your business/experience as a contractor.
- Name of business and dates of ownership/contractor for your business.
- Two of the following documents: reference letters from clients, suppliers and/or inspectors and/or permits issued to your business for work conducted.
- Proof of related instruction
- Copies of transcripts, diplomas, and certificates for proof of completion of all required classes for the license type you are applying for.
NOTE: On-the job training and work experiences CANNOT be considered in lieu of the required classroom training.
- Out of state apprenticeship completion, if applicable
Certificate of apprenticeship completion in another state or jurisdiction
- Out of state licenses, if applicable
- All three items below must be submitted:
- Copies of occupational trade licenses held in any state or jurisdiction
- Documentation including laws and regulations from that state or jurisdiction that reflect the requirements met to obtain these licenses
- Scope of work for these licenses
NOTE: Your out of state license will not be considered for equivalency unless all items listed above are submitted. This will cause a significant delay to the processing of your application.
|
License Type |
Scope of Work |
On the Job Training Hours |
Classroom Hours |
|
S-1 |
Unlimited Heating, Piping, and Cooling |
8,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 12,000 |
576 |
|
S-3 |
Limited Heating, Piping |
8,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 12,000 |
576 |
|
S-5 |
Limited Heating, Hot Water and Steam |
8,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 12,000 |
576 |
|
S-7 |
Limited Heating |
8,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 12,000 |
576 |
|
S-9 |
Limited Heating Cooling |
6,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 10,000 |
576 |
|
B-1 |
Limited Gas and Oil Burner |
2,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 6,000 |
288 |
|
B-3 |
Limited Gas and Oil |
4,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 8,000 |
360 |
|
D-1 |
Limited Warm Air, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration System |
4,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 8,000 |
432 |
|
D-3 |
Limited Cooling & Refrigeration |
4,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 8,000 |
396 |
|
G-1 |
Limited Heating, Piping & Cooling |
1, 000 + 2 years (4,000) = 5,000 |
144 |
|
G-9 |
Limited Welding |
2,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 6,000 |
144 |
|
SM-1 |
Sheet Metal |
8,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 12,000 |
576 |
|
SM-3 |
Limited Sheet Metal Residential/Light Commercial |
4,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 8,000 |
288 |
|
SM-5 |
Limited Sheet Metal Hood Systems |
2,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 6,000 |
144 |
|
ST-1 |
Solar Thermal |
4,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 8,000 |
288 |
|
VT-1 |
Limited Heating Cooling |
6,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 10,000 |
288 |
|
MT-1 |
Limited Heating Cooling |
6,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 10,000 |
288 |
|
HPG-1 |
Limited Heating Cooling (Gas Hearth) |
500 + 2 years (4,000) = 4,500 |
24 |
|
PP-1 |
Limited Process Piping |
4,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 8,000 |
228 |
|
OE-1 |
Heating, Piping and Cooling Operating Engineer |
6,000 + 2 years (4,000) = 10,000 |
432 |
