Just had a meeting with Mario Santana, who was my advisor, and explained to me the process of obtaining my C-54. The instructions were simple and straightforward, and he delivered a message which resonated with me: "If you're going to do it, do it right". Paying for a service, that can result into generational wealth, can be pricey; however, a peace of mind in the process is worth my payments. He made it clear to me that he did not want money to be an issue because it can deter people from having a smooth transition from beginning to end. Furthermore, Mario shared a personal story and testimonies from clienteles he has had before, which gave me the confidence to pursue in getting my license with California State License School. Although I have not yet had the pleasure to meet with rest of staff, since it is the beginning of my process, I firmly believe I made the right choice with the right people. Thank you Mario and to California State License School. read more

This review is primarily in regards to Blanca Campos she's is an amazing asset to the school and has outstanding customer service. If you are enrolled and ever having any issues I would recommend reaching out to her. read more

When I first started going to the school I thought it was a scam but after going through the whole process and getting my plumbing contractor license on the first try I see how good of a job they really do at this school especially Patricia who walked through every step with me with patience! Thank you! read more

I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS SCHOOL AT ALL I cannot explain the frustration this school has made me feel. To being with My dad was the one initially trying to get his license he is a Spanish speaker and MARIO SANTANA from the orange location sold him on it that it would be super easy to get his license, that he would have access to the staff for help in anything he needed and that they would help him setting up his corporation , Mario right away send the enrollment agreement that totaled $2745 for the classes, Spanish classes, and the all inclusive corporation package. They are so fast in getting the payment but when we need assistance they don't respond back. My dad started the process and when he would need help he would go into the office for assistance and they would tell him that he needed to send them a email. Like why they are right in front of him and they can help him??? It makes no sense. My dad then proceeded to send the email and they would take days if not weeks to respond to him. After about 7 months that the process seems to not move at all and not hearing back from them, my dad gave up. In that time I became of age so i decided to step in and be the one doing the process, we went back into the office to ask if there was a possibility to to a transfer to me, they said that yes but there was a fee of $600, at this point we said that it was okay as long as we didn't lose the whole money my dad had already invested in it. So we did the transfer. Like I said Mario is really fast with taking the money but not much when it comes to respond. It took Mario TWO MONTHS to do the enrollment, I finish the application, got my fingers scans, and CSLB had contacted me to take the exam but I hadn't even got the classes or access to the online practice questions. I feel frustrated because I feel they are not helping at all after all the money we had payed I don't know if its because Im a women that Mario doesn't seem to take me seriously. I have had help of Haydee with the process of the application and she told me she was having issues with the enrollment and she told me to give her 2 days that she was going to try to solve it in order to give me the access and my classes. She said she had been contacting Mario and his managers in order to resolve this issue but it was taking forever, I tried to contact Mario I send him a message and a couple days passed by and nothing from him until finally I was decided and I called once again, It took me 9 CALLS in order to hear back from him. Really 9 calls to respond?. Once I got in a call with Mario, it took him 5 minutes to finish my enrollment. I waited 2 MONTHS for something he could've done in 5 minutes. DO Not spend your time and money, they are by far better schools than this one. I HAVE PROOF OF EVERYTHING I HAVE STATED IN THIS MESSAGE. read more

Awesome service. I was nervous initially about taking the plunge and going for my General B contracting license. I went ahead and got the full package and am so glad I did. I studied the exam prep material, took the practice tests, and passed both trade and law/business exams on my first attempt. The whole team at CSLS was supportive and attentive to any questions that came up or concerns that I had. Diana and Michelle at the Van Nuys location were both amazing. If you're looking for a school that will help you pass your General B exam on the first try, this is the one. read more

I want to thank the crew here, Mario, Alex, Haydee, Bill. I attended the classes in order and then the crash course the weekend before my test. I passed both the law/trade and my C39 trade test on the first try. I'm glad I invested in myself and going through this school, well worth it. read more

Contractors State License Schools - Vocational & Technical School Near Me - Orange, California

I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS SCHOOL. They lead me to believe that I qualified for a license in order for me to register with them. I paid a lot of money to get started and a week later I realized I didn't qualify after all. Even though I literally hadn't started anything with them yet (education). I immediately dropped the class and they still refused to refund my money. Feel like I got scammed. read more

I tried giving zero stars. I used the school to help walk me through the process of obtaining my General B license... If you enjoy being taken advantage of... then by ALL means sign on up. I have placed some notes below on my experience. -Like most sales - the process starts off on a positive note. Once the services / answers are needed - you are constantly reminded "that you are NOT the only student" and are better of just doing whatever you needed them to do yourself. -They sign you up with online test questions to study - then shut off access to the tests once you test date is set by CSLB. They demand ANOTHER sign up fee to continue using the online test. They blame CSLB's time frame - even though they are the specialist and know how long the license process takes with the state (that the whole idea of using the service in the first place) -They will promise to call you back/hang up on you, and get frustrated because you hold them accountable for NOT calling you back in the first place. -I was transferred to multiple representatives and they all performed horribly. -The Managers -- if I was actually transferred to a Manager just support the staffs horrible work ethics and will demand more money too. -In all - I WOULDN'T RECOMMEND USING THIS SCHOOL! Stay away and save your money! read more

I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS SCHOOL. They lied to me and took my money knowing the state wouldn't accept my application EVEN THOUGH I HAD 4 years experience and had it signed they didn't count the year I was under 18. MARIO KNEW THAT BUT STILL TOOK MY MONEY AND THE STATE DECLINED MY APPLICATION so I had to wait another year. Mario brainwashed me and sold me a lot of unnecessary CDs and programs I didn't even need. Paying a total of 2,700 dollars. The answers they gave me to study I have proof they were incorrect and I failed my exams 2 times it took me three times to pass. And it's been 2 months I still have not received a refund for paying for the re take fees like they promised! They don't reply to my emails and Jillian is very unprofessional she doesn't reply to me because they got there money already. GO TO ANOTHER SCHOOL OR DO YOUR RESEARCH. YOU DONT NEED THIS SCHOOL TO GET YOUR LICENSE. THAT IS WHY MARIO WAS SO DEMANDING OF PAYMENT WHEN I FIRST WALKED IN THATS HOW THEY GET YOU. ALSO HE ASKED FOR A GOOD REVIEW ON YELP THE FIRST DAY I MET HIM. Boy am I glad I didn't because he's a good sales man. Very persuasive when you walk in talking about congratulations you're starting your business! Than after you pay you don't here from him he doesn't help you at all ! And after 2 years of dealing with this school it was a mess. Very disappointing even the state board warned me that schools like this completely take advantage of people and I was one of them ! BEWARE read more

Contractors State License Schools - Study guide had no answers and a lot of them were wrong compared to the online quizzes they gave me - Vocational & Technical School Near Me - Orange, California

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Mario Santa was very helpful in explaining the fundamentals of the program. Explained very detailed information of the process/ procedures in respect to the course, and test dates. Received my literature as he explained and I'm now ready to prepare for the next best step in my new Journey as for me and my Family. I will check back in three months to update on this new beginning. Thank you Mario and team to make me feel at home and confident with the Licensing process. read more

Such an friendly environment! Customer service is amazing from the receptionist to the advisors! Mario helped my husband and I so much and was very well organized and answered all of our questions. Definitely recommend him if you have any questions about their licensing program, super sweet and helpful. read more

Mary Birch continues to help with any questions I have about the test information or classes I will be taking, she is very assuring and her way of tone helps me be confident and also allows me to feel comfortable asking questions. Great staff !!! read more

This school was awesome. I dealt mostly with Miguel Ponce and he was very helpful and professional. Answered all my questions I had and was very on top of things even with virus going on. I highly recommend using this school and asking if you can work with Miguel. They made it as smooth as possible with no hiccups. I passed my test first try thanks to their training course, material, and practice tests they provided. If the virus hadn't shut things down, I'm sure I would have had my license much sooner. They even gave me an extension on my practice materials due to the virus. This place is awesome and I would recommend to anyone that needs assistance or just wants a smooth attempt at getting their contractors license. I will recommend to any family or friends that want to purse their dreams as becoming a licensed contractor. Thanks CSLS!! read more

Best experience I've had! No frustrations, Mario walks you though all the steps and answers your questions. Very patient and full of knowledge. Thanks you for the help and knowledge! Mario is a Great Person and shows the ability to want to help! read more

So happy with this School!!! I will be back for other classifications! They are awesome! Thank you for helping me PASS both tests the first time!!! Y'all are the best!!! The material you sent is so informative and helped me prepare thoroughly. God Bless! I encourage anyone thinking about this school to take that leap! Good luck to all! read more

Contractors State License Schools - Passed!!!!! - Vocational & Technical School Near Me - Orange, California

This school is whatever, I am disappointed with my experience with them and would not recommend them to anyone. I did pass my exam 1st try, the instructors were pretty good. But my biggest issue was the staff. I paid extra for the school to help me with application... well, since I had no knowledge on what to put on the application and the person filling it out for was offering no guidance.... I get to deal with getting a new license number and pay an extra $200 (thanks CSLS). The people who work for the school are also pretty bad at returning calls as well and have an attitude as if we owe them something for being there. Oh yes and be prepared for your email to get blown up with advertising from the school for more classes. So if you're thinking about getting your license I would recommend looking around at other schools. Best of luck on your exam. read more

5 starts for Mario due to his helpfulness and prompt response.. ZERO For the registration process. The appointments are sooo stretched out. We already paid in full.. since 3/20 .. had to schedule a 2nd appointment two weeks apart (more or less) that took 5 min.. got the required form signed as soon as we could.. called a week later (a bit less) thought we had a set appt for a week later.. but didn't see that my time was taken.. NOW.. we have to wait another 2 weeks for an appointment 5/9 just to complete the other part of the registration process.. Gotta say.. so far it's very disappointing.. we were left with the impression that the process was fast to get you started with the classes.. the plan was that the test would be sched by June.. at this rate... the test would be by August.. !!! My advice is.. if you want to enroll .. have in mind that you can't sched appt over the phone ONLY EMAIL.. so if you miss your email..YOU WILL BE PUSHED WEEKS AHEAD.. I will update once lecture begins -Frustrated read more

I want to thank the contractors school for helping me along the way of getting my contractors license. They were great they explained every step of the way. All you have to do is follow the steps they tell you and you will pass no problem. Want to especially thank Haydee for helping with everything. Thanks Guys!!!! read more

If you're thinking about the right place, a place where you could get the right tools and proper guidance so you could get your contractor's license ... look no further "this is it " Upon signing up, you get your Cds, your blue book, Internet access to several tests for the Law and Trade examinations, you get to attend classes with very knowledgeable instructors "ready to tell you how it is and not how you think it is", you get access to their daily available book and test resources on site to further your knowledge, and, before your examination they offer you crash courses to get you in tune with what you are about to be faced with. All the instructors are great!!! Special gratitude to Shankar, I signed up with him for class ... listen to what he has to tell you and offer you regarding your future licence, your future business or what to do in order to make things way better. Haydee Ramirez the student administrator, very savvy, awesome lady, ready to provide as much information and help you may need at all times. If you're interested and or looking for other courses related to the industry ... this is the right School as well, I took blueprint reading and couldn't be more satisfied. This School is 100% behind at what they offer, and their study materials really work but ... "you must study no matter what" I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE SCHOOLS, passed the examinations for General B on the first test. Thank you CSLS!!! read more

I'll be honest and say when I first signed up and received all the materials involved (i.e books, cds, class schedule, etc.), it was definitely overwhelming and just a bit intimidating. But the staff the CSLC Katella location have been amazing. In particular Haydee Ramirez, student administrator. Haydee is simply amazing in her knowledge of the license process, her calm demeanor helps you relax and her encouraging words are all attributes of what someone in that position needs. I've had three different instructors for my classes and although their demeanors are different in how they conduct class, they all have the same goal in mind and that's seeing that everyone sitting in those classes pass their exams the first time around. They take their time to answer questions and you don't feel like just another class attendee. Definitely excited about my new career opportunity as a construction company owner and the support of Haydee from the beginning set the table. Thank you Haydee! read more

Excellent job from start to finish. Alex was always available and willing to help. Walked me through each stage, finding me alternative sites for 2 of the 4 law classes, when my schedule did not allow me to attend locally, to rescheduling my exam date when the original date was a conflict. He had all the answers to everyone of my questions. The crash courses were very helpful and I passed both the law and trade exams on the first attempt. Follow their program and study, you will find success. read more

Wish I was able to give it no stars , let me start off with this whole school was a total rip off and they encourage you to pay the 1200 dollars for there c class school and book. The lecture part of that fee has nothing to do with your specific trade and the business and law part of the class is so basic with nothing that you'd really encounter in the state test . Another issue is there books are so out dated and they charge 300 dollars for books that are out dated as far back from the late 90's . Wish I would've never got suckered into this class , there goes 1200 down the drain with no true help from the school that they promise you will pass . Don't make the same mistake I did read more

My case was complicated because I'm a specialty trade and adding a license to an existing business. The staff at CSLS went the extra mile to help me through the process; I was definitely a "high-maintenance" customer but Maria was gracious and patient, quick to respond to emails and phone calls - she was helpful each step of the way. Some of the instructors are better than others, but ultimately I passed on my first attempt with the CSLS's help! read more

Mario was very helpful in getting my boyfriend enrolled! He was knowledgeable, and delivered the information in a concise way we could understand. read more

Mario is the man. He takes care of you and is very attentive. He totally keeps up with you every step of the way, and is great at reaching out to you. I just got started on my courses and am ready for orientation. Be sure to request Mario for all your Licensing needs. read more

This school has gone downhill the last couple years. I got my license here 5 years ago . It was good everything went well . I got the c-54 license then the c-15 license . Last year I applied to get the general b license and that's when it went down hill . They don't follow up with you in regards to your application. They give you wrong information to send to the license board . It has been a year and I still haven't got a test date for the general b license . Haydee is very rude and has no knowledge in the construction industry. If you want delays and loose money . Call them read more

Mario was top tier as far as information on the process, helping me with any and all questions, and he helped me turn what could be a nerve wracking experience into one I'm extremely excited to start. Shout out to Mario. Thanks for all your help! read more

Gabriel has been very helpfull throughout the entire set-up of my Corporation and has worked diligently with the VA to help pay for classes. Prices for each class is $$. Not super cheap, but well worth the cost. I would like to see longer in-class sessions for classes A-D when preparing for the Contractor's License. The 1.5 hr. class session isn't very sufficient. read more

Mario was very informative . He got me all set up and ready to roll . I went off of yelp reviews to find this place and I've been looking for a while I am excited on moving forward and getting the best results read more

Mario was great on answering any questions I had, I was able to communicate with him via text and responded very quickly! The study material that was given was good (especially the law material), classes were good, really liked the weekend crash course before the test. The reason why I am not giving 5 stars is because the study material had typos and it gets confusing when you are trying to study. I do recommend this school for law test, I passed the law exam on my first try and was 3 points away from passing the trade on my first time. read more

Purchased the home study binder which came with two CD's (business law), the online study test questions for both law and trade (C33), and a 16 hour crash course (two days of class). CSLS was priced fairly as compared to other schools out there. I had absolutely no problem passing the law and trade tests (passed first time!). I think the online test questions and the CD's were most beneficial and then you could use the book to reference just about all the questions on the online practice exams. The Contractors State License School online tests are harder than the actual CSLB test, so if you pass with 85% or better with the online tests-you will have no problems on your actual test date! All staff are friendly and very willing to answer any questions you have. Instructor Rick was very professional when teaching class and made sure everyone understood the topic at hand. Thanks again!! read more

I visited this school twice for my weekend crash courses. Mike Hargrove was my instructor both times and his classes were informative and very helpful. He offered his email to use in case I ever had any questions outside of class, and I've taken him up on his offer. I attended the Ventura school for my regular courses and passed my exam this past Monday. It's well worth the tuition and would do it again. Your tuition covers almost 20 different online practice tests that mimic the state's exam. I practiced those repeatedly for over a week. I ended up answering 7,500 questions and scored over 90%, something I never thought I would do on the first day of classes. So on the day of my state exam, their two tests (one on your trade and another on construction business and law) seemed to fly by. Those 215 questions came and went so quickly. Try this school out. It helped me achieve my goal of becoming a licensed general contractor. read more

A grateful thank you to Pegi Burdick for answering the phone and making it an easy process to sign up. I look forward at the opportunity to work with her and the team to get my license! read more

I came to this school for information for my dad and I to get our general contractors license. Mario Santana out of the Orange location was exceptional with his customer service and support!! He made himself available to meet with us to explain the process from begin to end and was so well versed not only in the structure of attaining our licenses but establishing our business. Mario was very insightful and brought clarity and strategy to our vision and put us on the right path. So glad I came across this company and Mario! We are very excited for this venture and we believe we have the support to achieve our goals! read more

I was nervous calling at first and Mario answered the phone answering all my questions and providing encouragement. I made an appointment, visited, talked to Mario, signed up and left very motivated and stress free because I knew I was in the right hands. read more

I have a unique situation that has required lots of help, beyond the school working with me with every step. And just the ease of it all. They give you all of the information you will ever need. The Student Administrator, Haydee Ramirez is there for every question I've had. She continues to help every step of the way. Circumstances have not allowed me to start the classes yet, but I continually seek her help. She has been guiding through very difficult procedures with a great deal of information, support and SMILE. Just wait for my review of CSLS after I pass read more

Really recommend this place for anyone looking to start your business license.. Mario is my go to person, has all the answer to any questions I have and is very detailed about them! read more

Attending this program helped me to pass the contractors test on the first try. The classes helped a great deal as they are very informative. The application process to qualify for the test was grueling. However, Alex stuck with me and provided step by step procedures to get through it. I would advise all applicants to enroll. So much easier to go through this process with advisors and instructors who's been doing this for some time! read more

I heard of this school through my Dad and decided to pop in and hear more of the opportunities they offered. Sat with Mario and his team and went over all the information i needed to get my license. Great help and very detailed oriented. Would definitely let others know. read more

I had a special situation and i had a lot of questions and needed a lot of held, mario was so kind and helpful had a lot of knowledge made sure I understood everything with enrolling and application and the whole process and made everything super easy, they the best team and best contractor school. Ashraf tadros read more