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The California Plumber Guide

California does not issue a separate state-level journeyman plumber license. Independent plumbing work over $500 requires a C-36 Plumbing Contractor license...

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Who licenses the work

California does not issue a separate state-level journeyman plumber license. Independent plumbing work over $500 requires a C-36 Plumbing Contractor license...

Hours, exam, and eligibility rules

1. Plumbing contracting in California is classified under the C-36 license. 2. Four years of journey-level experience is required to sit for the contractor...

Apprenticeship authority in California

Registered apprenticeship oversight in California runs through California Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS).

Additional state context

The Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) is the state entity responsible for developing apprenticeship programs.

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  • California licensing authority for Plumber

    California does not issue a separate state-level journeyman plumber license. Independent plumbing work over $500 requires a C-36 Plumbing Contractor license...

  • Licensing rules and hour requirements

    1. Plumbing contracting in California is classified under the C-36 license. 2. Four years of journey-level experience is required to sit for the contractor...

  • Apprenticeship authority in California

    Registered apprenticeship oversight in California runs through California Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS).

  • Additional state context

    The Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) is the state entity responsible for developing apprenticeship programs.

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