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1 Experience Reputation Results... Since 1970 Available Programs Introduction 2-3 Real Estate - Course Information 4 - Sales & Broker Pre-License 5 - Post-License & CE 6 - Industry Training 7 Bienes Raíces - Información del curso 8 - Curso de Pre-Licencia 9 - Curso de Post-Licencia 9 Construction - Course Information 10 - Contractor License Programs 11 - Industry Training 12 - Building Inspector 12 - Continuing Education 13 Insurance - Course Information 14 - Property & Casualty 15 - Surplus Lines 15 - Life & Health 16 - Continuing Education CAM - Course Information 18 - Pre-License & Exam Prep 19 - Continuing Education 19 Mortgage Loan Originator - Course Information 20 - Pre-License & Exam Prep 21 - Continuing Education 21 Appraisal - Course Information 22 - Trainee Courses 23 - Certified Residential Courses 24 - Post-License & CE Course Catalog Classroom Online Home Study Since 1970, more students have chosen Gold Coast to obtain and renew their licenses, than any other school in Florida. Start Your New Career!

2 Dear Student: Are you ready to start your new career? You ve made the right choice! For over 44 years Gold Coast has been helping students like you start their careers. At Gold Coast we don t just offer courses, we help people start new careers and launch people on the path to achieving their goals and dreams. Gold Coast is Florida s education leader in Real Estate, Insurance, Construction, Appraisal, Mortgage Loan Originator, and CAM. Many of our successful graduates can be found in the top companies in Florida, enjoying the freedom and flexibility of the careers that we specialize in. Gold Coast is here for you when you start your career, and to help you maintain your valuable licenses. We offer a number of continuing education courses and specialty seminars designed to help you distinguish yourself and be the best that you can be. Your success is the reason we are in business. While some schools talk about quality, we prove it one student at a time. At Gold Coast you will find state-of-the-art facilities, top instructors, high quality materials, and a friendly staff of full-time Career Counselors dedicated to assisting you. Simple things like comfortable classrooms equipped with modern audio and visual equipment and free student Wifi are all standard with Gold Coast classes. In today s economy and an uncertain job market, many students find a professional license to be a very viable opportunity. Those with more options and flexibility have the potential to earn more. If you are thinking about changing careers or expanding your horizons, take action and register today. Please review this brochure and call our friendly Career Counselors to answer any questions you may have, or register on our website. We are here to help you.just ask! Sincerely, John L. Greer, EdD Gold Coast Owner Jim Greer, DBA Gold Coast Owner 2 x Gold Coast Schools

3 Call Us Today! Gold Coast Classroom Courses Gold Coast classroom courses are often preferred because it is a great feeling being surrounded by others who are simultaneously working to better their careers. What to expect in class: Our friendly admissions staff will greet you and answer any questions that you may have. Classrooms are designed to be comfortable and mirror the layout of many colleges and universities. Your instructor will present the material, making it easy to understand and retain the information. Since 1970, Gold Coast has become Florida s leading provider of classroom based professional education courses designed to help students obtain, renew, and enhance their careers. We look forward to seeing you in one of our upcoming classes! Gold Coast Online Courses We provide classroom quality online courses formatted for your computer. This enables you to study anytime, from anywhere with an internet connection. Benefits of our online courses: Online courses provide flexibility and are perfect if you have a schedule that doesn t accommodate a fixed classroom format. Your tuition is valid for 1 year giving you plenty of time to complete your course. Courses are fully supported by staff and instructors who are available to assist you from start to finish. Pre-license courses have options to include our classroom Cram review courses to focus on the key topics needed to pass your state exam. Learn more about Gold Coast online courses at Gold Coast online courses break up the material into a series of units designed to guide you through the material in a logical sequence while building your knowledge along the way Gold Coast Schools x 3

4 How to get your Real Estate license 1 Successfully complete the pre-licensing course. The course is offered in classroom and online formats. Para información sobre nuestro cursos en español visite la pagina 8 2 Submit a state application along with electronic fingerprints. All applicants must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalency, and a valid social security number. Visit for more licensing information. Wayne Hasse Real Estate Program Director Above all else, Gold Coast is committed to your success. Our real estate program has been developed to guide you through the licensing process in a simple, easy to follow format that makes the learning process fun. Since 1970, Gold Coast has been helping students just like you to obtain and renew their licenses through both classroom and online education. The experience and success our graduates have achieved serves as the primary reason Gold Coast is so highly recommended. By pairing education with employment opportunities, Gold Coast prepares you to achieve success beyond the classroom. 3 Pass the state exam. Gold Coast s program is designed to enable you to pass your state exam with ease and obtain your real estate license. Gold Coast staff and instructors are here to guide you and make this process easy for you. Why students choose Gold Coast Schools 1 You receive education from the best instructors in the Real Estate industry. Gold Coast instructors are experts in Real Estate and classroom instruction, which benefits those students who have been away from a classroom setting for some time. Instructors teach and present the material in a way that makes it easy to understand and remember. 2 Your tuition is valid for 2 years toward classroom instruction and 1 year on our online course. Gold Coast does not believe in charging retake fees. This policy is designed to show that we stand behind your success from start to finish. 3 Your tuition includes the weekend Cram course. This is a 2½ day review of the key concepts needed to pass your state exam on the first attempt. Most students complete their course, attend a Cram, and then pass the state exam. However, you are welcome to attend multiple Cram classes at no additional charge when space is available. 4 We help you find employment upon completion. We put you in touch with the top real estate companies who strive to hire Gold Coast graduates. Visit the Gold Coast career opportunities website at /careers. Attend a free Career Fair where you can talk to many different companies and compare them to see which one is perfect for you. 5 The best schedule and number of available classes. Classes are offered in morning, evening, one-week, and online formats. With more start dates than any other Florida school, you never have to wait to retake portions of the class if you need to make up hours due to illness or for any other reason. 4 x Gold Coast Schools

5 Real Estate Call Us Today! Hour Real Estate Sales Associate Pre-License Course FREC I $489 Full Service (Includes Cram Course) Start your real estate career! This course prepares you to become a real estate sales associate, often referred to as a real estate agent. Whether you are taking this course as a source of information for personal use, or because you plan on being an active agent to earn commissions, this course is taught in a relaxed and easy to follow format focused on developing your knowledge, and passing the state exam. Your tuition includes everything you need to succeed including the Cram review course, our exclusive 1001-Question and Answer practice reviews, and online chapter homework questions. With these tools, you have everything you need to pass the first time! Also Available Online! Visit Save 10%! Ask about our Study Buddy Discount Program. Days (1 Week) Mon-Sun 9:00am-6:00pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Jan 5 Mar 2 May 4 Jul 6 Aug 31 Nov 2 Jan 19 Mar 16 May 18 Jul 20 Sep 21 Nov 16 Feb 2 Apr 6 Jun 1 Aug 3 Oct 5 Nov 30 Feb 16 Apr 20 Jun 22 Aug 17 Oct 19 Dec 14 Mornings (4 Weeks) Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00am-1:00pm - Plus Last Weekend NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Jan 5 Mar 2 Apr 27 Jun 22 Aug 24 Oct 19 Feb 2 Mar 30 May 27* Jul 20 Sep 21 Nov 16 Evenings (4 Weeks) Mon/Wed/Fri 6:30pm-10:30pm - Plus Last Weekend NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Jan 5 Mar 2 Apr 27 Jun 22 Aug 24 Oct 19 Feb 2 Mar 30 May 27* Jul 20 Sep 21 Nov 16 Evenings (5½ Weeks) Mon/Wed/Thurs 6:30pm-10:30pm - No Weekends JUPITER (Call for Jupiter location) Jan 5 Apr 6 Jul 6 Oct 5 *Class starts on Wednesday 72-Hour Real Estate Broker Pre-License Course FREC II $599 Full Service (Includes Cram Course) After acquiring at least 2 years of experience as an active sales associate, are you ready to become a Broker? This course will fully prepare you to take your real estate career to the next level. Our Broker course will help you increase your knowledge, credibility, and income opportunities in real estate. Our Cram review course and exclusive 1001-Question and Answer practice reviews are included in your tuition. If your goal is to become a broker, we will help you do so faster than you ever thought possible. Also Available Online! Visit Save 10%! Ask about our Study Buddy Discount Program. Days (4 Weeks) Tues & Thurs 9:00am-6:00pm LANTANA NORTH DADE BOCA RATON Feb 3 Aug 4 Jan 6 Jul 7 May 5 Sep 29 Mar 3 Sep 29 May 5 Nov 24 Days (2 Weeks) Mon-Thurs 9:00am-6:00pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Apr 6 Jun 8 Nov 9 Evenings (8 Weeks) Tues & Thurs 6:30pm-11:00pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Jan 6 Jul 7 Apr 7 Oct 20 Cram Course - Real Estate Included with Classroom and Full Service Online Sales Associate and Broker Pre-licensing courses. ($199 for non-gold Coast Students) This 2½ day review is designed to condense the material and focus on the key concepts needed to pass the state exam. Friday afternoon is dedicated to reviewing real estate math. Saturday and Sunday cover principles & practices and law with an emphasis on answering state exam type questions. Pass your exam on the first attempt! Sales Associate: Fri 1:00pm-4:30pm, Sat & Sun 9:00am-4:30pm Broker: Fri 1:00pm-6:00pm, Sat & Sun 9:00am-6:00pm LANTANA NORTH DADE BOCA RATON Jan 2 May 1 Sep 11 Jan 2 May 1 Sep 11 Jan 9 May 15 Sep 25 Jan 16 May 8 Sep 25 Jan 23 May 29 Oct 2 Jan 23 May 29 Oct 9 Feb 13 Jun 5 Oct 23 Feb 6 Jun 12 Oct 23 Feb 20 Jun 26 Nov 6 Feb 13 Jun 26 Oct 30 Mar 6 Jul 10 Nov 20 Mar 6 Jul 10 Nov 6 Mar 20 Jul 24 Dec 4 Mar 13 Jul 24 Dec 4 Apr 10 Aug 7 Dec 18 Apr 10 Aug 7 Dec 18 Apr 17 Aug 28 Apr 17 Aug Gold Coast Schools x 5

6 Sales Associate 1st Renewal 45-Hour Real Estate Sales Associate Post-License Course $219 Don t procrastinate when it comes to completing your required postlicense Education. As a sales associate, you MUST complete this course before your first renewal deadline or your license will become null and void. Beyond just a license renewal course, this class will teach you valuable insights and practical knowledge that will help you with your real estate career. If you have questions about this requirement and when you are due to renew your license, contact our helpful Career Counselors at Previous Gold Coast Real Estate Sales Associate students receive $25 off classroom course tuition! Days (1 Week) Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Jan 12 Mar 23 Aug 10 Feb 23 Jul 13 Sep 14 Evenings (4 Weeks) Mon/Wed/Fri 6:30pm-10:30pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Jan 5 Mar 2 Jul 20 Feb 2 Jun 22 Aug 24 Also Available Online! Visit Real Estate Broker 1st Renewal 60-Hour Real Estate Broker Post-License Course $419 As a licensed broker, you MUST complete this course before your first renewal deadline or your license will be null & void. We encourage you to complete this course as soon as possible because the renewal deadline tends to sneak up on people forcing you to rush to get it done at the last minute. Course includes 30-hours of real estate office management and 30-hours of real estate investment analysis. If you have questions about this requirement including when you are due to renew your license, contact our helpful Career Counselors at Previous Gold Coast Real Estate Broker students receive $25 off classroom course tuition! Days (4 Week) Tues & Thurs 9:00am-5:00pm LANTANA Jan 6 Jul 7 Mar 3 Sep 1 Days (4 Week) Tues & Thurs 9:00am-5:00pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON Feb 3 Aug 4 Also Available Online! Visit Real Estate Continuing Education 14-Hour Real Estate Continuing Education Programs Offered in 3 Easy Formats: 1 14-Hour Class Program - Includes 3-Hour Core Law $99 No exam required. You will enjoy a lively review of the new state and federal laws affecting real estate. At Gold Coast, our classes are conducted in a fun-type atmosphere with knowledgeable instructors. Many licensees find this to be a great networking opportunity. Seating is limited and classes fill rapidly; be sure to reserve your seat early! 3-hour Core Law is also available $ Hour Home Study Program - Includes 3-Hour Core Law $19.99 This complete program includes all materials and a 30-question open book exam. Upon completion, simply submit your answers online at, mail back your exam in the envelope provided, or drop it off at any of our five convenient locations. Either way, we provide fast results Hour Online Renewal Course - Includes 3-Hour Core Law $19.99 This complete interactive program allows you to complete the course entirely online at your own pace! LANTANA 2 Days 9:00am-4:30pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON Jan 17 Jun 6 Jan 10 Jun 6 Feb 7 Jul 11 Feb 21 Jul 27 Mar 10 Aug 1 Mar 10 Aug 1 Mar 14 Sep 8 Mar 21 Sep 8 May 9 Sep 12 May 16 Sep 12 2 Days 9:00am-4:30pm JUPITER (Call for Jupiter location) Mar 10 Sep 15 Also Available Online! Visit 6 x Gold Coast Schools

7 Real Estate Call Us Today! Industry Training Property Management $139 As the number of Floridians renting properties continues to increase at record rates, so has the demand for property managers. Whether you are interested in purchasing your first investment property, or are looking to become a professional property manager, the basics are the same. This property management course will help you understand the responsibilities, functions, and skills involved in property management so that you can generate additional income performing these services. The Next Step Free for Gold Coast Students or those thinking about a career in real estate Now that you have your real estate license, what are you going to do with it? Learn the next steps from experienced real estate brokers including: how to decide where to work, real estate specialties, interview tips and questions to ask, employment relationships, how to establish realistic goals and plans, how to become a real estate entrepreneur, business budgeting, time management, prospecting, marketing, and accountability. 1 Day 9:00am-5:00pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Jan 6 Feb 17 Jan 20 Mar 31 Feb 3 Apr 14 Jun 2 Apr 28 Jun 18 May 5 Jul 7 Sep 17 Jul 28 Sep 22 Aug 4 Oct 13 Nov 17 Oct 22 Dec 16 Nov 5 1 Day 9:00am-5:00pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Apr 15 Feb 25 Jan 27 Jul 15 Mar 10 Oct 13 Jun 18 May 12 Aug 26 Nov 23 Sep 10 Oct 30 BPO & REO Simplified $139 Banks are in desperate need of qualified agents to perform BPOs as well as list and sell their REO properties! Getting REO Certified assures the banks that you understand the procedures, guidelines, time frames, and tasks involved in performing these services. It also enables you to take advantage of these significant income opportunities. Get REO Certified TODAY! 1 Day 9:00am-5:00pm NORTH DADE LANTANA Apr 8 Apr 9 Apr 7 Apr 6 Commercial Seminars CS-1: Introduction to Commercial Real Estate Investment $129 8 hours of FREC Continuing Education This 1-day seminar is designed for those active in commercial real estate, or those who would like to learn about the industry. This seminar will provide an overview of the commercial real estate industry that will benefit you and your clients. 1 Day Fri 9:00am-5:00pm BOCA RATON Jan 23 May 15 Sep 11 CS-3: Insider s Guide to Acquiring Commercial Real Estate $179 This seminar provides a complete guide to buying commercial real estate like a pro. Handy checklists and forms are included along with in-depth explanations, examples, and financial considerations to walk you through the process. 2 Days Fri & Sat 9:00am-5:00pm BOCA RATON Mar 20 Jul 17 Nov 20 CS-2: Financial & Investment Analysis for Commercial Real Estate $ hours of FREC Continuing Education This 2-day seminar will provide an overview of the mind set required for the successful analysis of commercial real estate that will benefit you and your clients. Please bring a financial calculator. Attendance at CS-1 is recommended as a prerequisite to this course. 2 Days Fri & Sat 9:00am-5:00pm BOCA RATON Feb 20 Jun 19 Oct 30 CS-4: Insider s Guide to Building Wealth with Commercial Real Estate $179 This seminar provides a complete guide to a successful wealth building program with commercial real estate. Day One covers profitable strategies for building wealth, and Day Two includes specific investment strategies and special topics. 2 Days Fri & Sat 9:00am-5:00pm BOCA RATON Apr 17 Aug 7 Dec 4 Save 10%! Register for all 4 seminars now for only $599 and save $ Gold Coast Schools x 7

8 Cómo Obtener su Licencia en Bienes Raíces José A. Velásquez Director del Programa de Bienes Raíces en Español En Gold Coast tenemos como prioridad el éxito de nuestros alumnos. Hemos desarrollado nuestro programa con el objetivo de llevarlo de una manera simple y agradable en el proceso de obtener su licencia. Desde 1970 hemos ayudado a personas como usted a obtener y renovar sus licencias con nuestros curso en línea y presenciales. El éxito que han alcanzado nuestros alumnos es la principal razón por la cual ellos nos recomiendan tanto. Cuando complete satisfactoriamente sus clases con nosotros se dará cuenta por qué nuestros graduados dicen que en Gold Coast La prueba está en aprobar. 1 Completar exitosamente el curso pre licencia. Ofrecemos cursos de manera presencial en diferentes horarios y también en formato 100% en línea. 2 Enviar una aplicación al estado junto con sus huellas digitales. Los solicitantes a la licencia deben tener al menos 18 años de edad, haber culminado con todos los años de educación (secundaria o bachillerato) así como tener un número válido de seguro social. Visite para más información. 3 Aprobar el examen del estado. Todo nuestro programa está diseñado para que apruebe el examen del estado con facilidad. Por qué las personas elijen Gold Coast School 1 Usted recibirá clases de los mejores instructores de la industria. Los instructores de Gold Coast son expertos en bienes raíces y comprenden que muchos de nuestros alumnos no han tomado clases en muchos años. Nuestros instructores le enseñarán el curso de una manera sencilla que le hará muy fácil entender y recordar la materia. 2 Su matrícula es válida por dos años para los cursos presenciales y un año para los cursos en línea. Gold Coast no cobra por retomar las clases o exámenes. Esta política tiene como propósito demostrar una vez más nuestro compromiso con el éxito de nuestros alumnos de principio a fin. 3 Con su matrícula está incluida una clase de repaso gratuita para el examen del estado. Estos repasos se dictan los fines de semana y están diseñadas para aprobar el examen del estado en el primer intento. Usted puede repetir el curso de repaso las veces que guste sin tener que pagar nada adicional. 4 Le ayudamos a conseguir empleo cuando tenga su licencia. Las mejores compañías de bienes raíces se disputan a nuestros estudiantes. Visite nuestra página Web de oportunidades de trabajo. Asista a nuestras ferias de empleo y conozca diferentes compañías para que pueda elegir mejor en donde va a colocar su licencia. 5 La mayor cantidad de fechas y horarios de clases. Nuestros cursos tienen horarios de una semana, cuatros semanas, por las mañanas y por las noches en nuestras cinco escuelas también tenemos el curso 100% en línea. Nuestros cursos empiezan casi todas las semanas. Con tanta variedad de horarios usted podrá recuperar fácilmente cualquier clase que haya perdido. 8 x Gold Coast Schools

9 Bienes Raíces Call Us Today! Curso de Pre-Licencia de Bienes Raíces de 63 horas para vendedores asociados FREC I $489 (incluye el Cram) Empiece su carrera en bienes raíces. Este curso lo preparará para ser un vendedor asociado en bienes raíces. Ya sea que usted esté tomando este curso como fuente de información para uso personal o debido a que quiere involucrarse activamente en el negocio y ganar comisiones, este curso es dictado en un formato entretenido, fácil de entender y siempre enfocado en desarrollar sus conocimientos. Su matrícula incluye todo lo que necesita para lograr el éxito incluyendo nuestro curso de repaso (Cram). Nuestro libro exclusivo con 1001 preguntas y respuestas, nuestros videos de repaso por Internet y las tareas opcionales para la casa le aseguran que culminarán satisfactoriamente sus clases. Tambíen está disponible en línea! Visite Ahorre un 10%. Pregunte sobre nuestro programa de descuento para compañeros de estudio! Días (1 Semana) Lun-Dom 9:00am-6:00pm NORTH DADE TAMARAC BOCA RATON LANTANA Ene 5 Jul 13 Feb 2 Ago 3 Ene 12 Jul 20 Ene 26 Ene 19 Ene 26 Ago 17 Mar 2 Ago 31 Feb 23 Ago 10 Mar 23 Abr 6 Feb 16 Ago 31 Abr 6 Oct 5 Mar 16 Sept 14 Jun 8 Jun 1 Mar 9 Sept 28 May 4 Nov 2 Abr 13 Oct 12 Ago 17 Jul 6 Abr 6 Oct 19 Jun 22 May 18 Nov 16 Oct 19 Ago 24 Abr 20 Nov 16 Jun 15 Nov 30 May 11 Dic 7 Jun 8 Mañanas (4 Semanas) Lun/Miér/Vier 9:00am-2:15pm Ene 5 Mar 2 Abr 27 Jun 22 Ago 17 Oct 12 Feb 2 Mar 30 May 27* Jul 20 Sept 14 Nov 16 Noches (4 Semanas) Lun/Miér/Vier 5:45pm-11:00pm NORTH Ene 5 Abr 27 Ago 17 Feb 2 Ago 17 Feb 2 May 27* Sept 14 Mar 30 Sept 14 Mar 2 Jun 22 Oct 12 May 27* Nov 16 Mar 30 Jul 20 Nov 16 Jun 22 *Clase comenzará el día Miércoles Curso de Repaso para el examen del estado (Cram) Incluido para nuestros alumnos de clases presenciales y alumnos de cursos en línea de servicio completo. ($199 para los alumnos de otras escuelas) Este curso de repaso de fin de semana está diseñado para prepararlo para aprobar el examen del estado. En este curso se repasarán todos los conceptos importantes del curso, todos los temas de matemáticas así como nuestras famosas pepitas de oro que lo ayudarán a aprobar el examen en el primer intento. Nuestro repaso es tan efectivo que alumnos de otras escuelas vienen a tomarlo. 2 Días Sáb & Dom 9:00am - 6:00pm NORTH DADE LANTANA Ene 10 Ene 24 Feb 14 Feb 21 Mar 14 Abr 11 Mar 21 May 30 Abr 18 May 16 May 9 Ago 1 Jun 20 Jul 11 Jun 13 Sept 19 Ago 8 Nov 21 Jul 18 Oct 17 Ago 29 Nov 14 1era Renovación para Vendedores Asociados 45-Horas Curso Post-Licencia para Vendedores Asociados de Bienes Raíces $219 Las reglas FREC requieren que todo vendedor asociado activo o inactivo complete un programa de 45-Horas de educación Post-Licencia antes de su primera renovación. Los licenciados que no completen estos requisitos antes de su primera renovación, perderán su licencia. Estudiantes del curso FREC I de Gold Coast reciben $25 de descuento en la matrícula del curso! Días (1 Semana) Lun-Vier 9:00am-6:00pm NORTH DADE Feb 23 Feb16 Mar 16 Ago 24 Sept 8* Sept 14 Noches (4 Semanas) Lun/Miér/Vier 6:30pm-10:30pm Feb 2 Mar 2 Jul 20 Ago 24 *Clase comenzará el día Martes Gold Coast Schools x 9

10 Contractor License Requirements While the license requirements for specific types of licenses vary, these are the general state licensed contractors (certified) license requirements: 1 Must be 18 years old. 2 Must have good moral character. Joseph Rebuck Construction Program Director Gold Coast School of Construction, Inc is Florida s leading education provider for contractors seeking to obtain, renew, and enhance their contractor s license. Our experts are dedicated to walking you through the licensing process and answering any questions that you may have along the way. Your contractor exam prep program will be structured to simplify your preparation for the licensing exams so that you can quickly achieve your license and put it to use out in the field. Gold Coast then makes renewing your license easy with relevant and educational classroom and online continuing education courses. As you progress in your career as a licensed contractor, our industry training courses will help you develop specific skills used to grow your business and generate additional income. No matter where you stand in your contracting career, Gold Coast will guide you in the right direction with the education you need. 3 Have 4 years of proven experience in your field (up to 3 years of experience can be substituted for college education regardless of the field you were studying). Contact our helpful Career Counselors for more information on specific license requirements call Why students choose Gold Coast Schools 1 You receive education from the best instructors in the construction industry. Gold Coast instructors have years of industry experience in the construction industry and are experts in preparing you for passing your licensing exam. We teach and present the material in a way that makes it easy for you to understand and retain. 2 Your tuition is valid for 1 year. There is no charge to review courses for 1 full year. This policy is designed to show that we stand behind your success from start to finish. 3 Your tuition includes our Contractor Cram course. This powerful 2-day review zeros in on the key exam topics to fully prepare you for passing your exam and getting your license. Day One is for all contractor students and covers the business, finance, and law portion of the licensing exam. Day Two covers the technical portion of the exam with separate presentations for each license category. 4 Our course schedule of topics is designed to enable you to get your license quickly. You are welcome to attend classes at multiple locations to finish faster. You are also welcome to continue to review modules as often as necessary during your tuition period. Classes are offered in both English and Spanish. 5 Gold Coast has a complete construction book store. We stock all state required books for most Florida contractor exams. Contact our helpful Career Counselors at or order online at. 10 x Gold Coast Schools

11 Construction Call Us Today! Contractor Exam Prep Contractor Exam Prep Course $799 Tuition does NOT include state required reference books. This program will prepare you for the following state certified contractor licenses: General, Building, or Residential Contractor Offered in both English and Spanish Mechanical, A, or B Air Conditioning Contractor Roof Contractor County License Business Procedures (call for details) We simplify the process of getting your contractor s license! The key to success is to take the right approach. Gold Coast experienced instructors will guide you through a series of modules that divide the material into logical and manageable pieces. Providing you with the knowledge and confidence needed to achieve your contractor license. Save 10%! Ask about our Study Buddy Discount Program. Every Week from 7:00pm-9:30pm Doral North Dade Broward Lantana Tuesdays Thursdays español Wednesdays Thursdays Wednesdays Home study also available $649 (excludes classroom instruction & Crams) The Contractor Exam Prep Program is structured as follows: Part One: You will receive classroom instruction specific to the license you are going to achieve, one night a week (offered in English and in Spanish). Part Two: Our comprehensive study guides complete with audio/ visual presentations, workbooks, exclusive exhibits, instructional DVD sets, and practice exams will focus your studying on the key subject areas saving you time and frustration. Part Three: Attend our intensive weekend Cram session offered each month. This is an in-depth review designed to further hone in on what you need to know going into the licensing exam. The Cram course is included free for classroom exam prep students, and you are welcome to attend as many sessions as you would like for up to one year. This three part process has helped thousands of students achieve their licenses and will do the same for you. At Gold Coast, we stand behind your success from start to finish with full support and a tuition policy that allows you to attend an unlimited number of classes at more than one location for up to one year. Contact us for our Roofing and Air Conditioning Contractor schedule. Programa de Preparación para el Examen de Contratista $799 La matrícula no incluye libros de referencia requeridos por el estado. Las clases en español se dictan solamente en nuestra localidad del Doral todos los jueves de 7:00pm a 9:30pm. Además, podrá asistir a nuestros Crams (los sábados y domingos una vez al mes) donde recibirá exámenes similares al del estado. El currículum de Gold Coast es un repaso intensivo de todos los temas incluidos en el examen estatal. Nuestros materiales están siendo actualizados constantemente para brindarle la información vigente y precisa. Aunque el examen del estado se ofrece también en español, la Florida requiere que los libros de referencia y los materiales de Gold Coast, incluyendo los DVDs, estén solo en inglés. Nuestros maestros, expertos en la materia, le ayudarán a entrenarlo para aprobar sus exámenes estatales y resolver todas sus preguntas. Además de asistir al programa de español, el estudiante tendrá la opción de participar en las clases en ingles en Doral (Martes) North Miami y Lantana (Miércoles) Tamarac (Jueves). Para mayor información por favor comuníquese con uno de nuestros consejeros. Contractor Cram Course Included with our Contractor Exam Prep program (Non-Gold Coast Students 1-Day $199 2-Days $299) This 2-day intensive presentation consolidates the information and zeros in on exam topics. Day One is for all applicants and covers business, finance, and law, preparing you for part one of the exam. Day Two covers the technical portion of the exam with separate presentations for each covered license category. This powerful 2-day experience simulates exam conditions, and gathers, consolidates, and amplifies the various threads of information which boosts your ability to succeed. Este repaso intensivo también lo ofrecemos en español cada dos meses en Doral. 9:00am-5:00pm LANTANA GC Sat & Sun GC Sat & Sun ROOFING Sun A/C Sun GC Sat & Sun Jan 24* Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 18 Jan 10 Feb 7 Feb 14 Feb 15 Feb 15 Feb 7 Mar 7* Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 15 Mar 7 Mar 28 Apr 11 Apr 12 Apr 12 Apr 18 May 2* May 16 May 17 May 17 May 2 Jun 6 Jun 13 Jun 14 Jun 14 May 30 Jul 11* Jul 18 Jul 19 Jul 19 Jun 27 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 9 Aug 9 Jul 25 Sep 12* Sep 19 Sep 20 Sep 20 Sep 12 Oct 3 Oct 10 Oct 11 Oct 11 Oct 3 Nov 7* Nov 14 Nov 15 Nov 15 Oct 31 Dec 12 Dec 5 Dec 6 Dec 6 Nov 21 *Cram en español Gold Coast Schools x 11

12 Construction Industry Training Plan Reading $249 This 2-day seminar will provide you with the knowledge needed to read and interpret an architectural set of building plans. Topics covered include: floor plans, symbols, elevations, shop prints, and schedules of units. Jump start your career by learning how to quickly and accurately read blueprints and avoid costly mistakes. A full set of plans and a workbook (an $80.00 value) are included. 2 Day Sat & Sun 9:00am-5:00pm Jun 27 Feb 7 Oct 31 Financial Management 7-Hour CE $199 Earn 7 hours of CE while reviewing the most important construction laws & rules. This course fully meets the CILB disciplinary requirement of 7 hours of live classroom CE with emphasis on F.S.489 & F.A.C.61G4. Topics covered include: F.S.455, F.S.489, F.S.713, F.A.C.61G4. Attendees will receive a completion certificate and their CE hours will be reported directly to the DBPR. 1 Day Sat 9:00am-5:00pm Jan 17 Mar 14 May 16 Jul 18 Sep 19 Nov 14 Feb 14 Apr 11 Jun 13 Aug 8 Oct 10 Dec 5 8-Hour EPA Lead RRP Certification $299 4-Hour EPA Lead RRP Refresher Course $149 This 1-day specialized EPA Lead Safe certification course provides you with the necessary training to avoid fines of up to $37,500 for each violation of the EPA Lead Renovation Rules. Choose ether the full 8-hour initial certification training or the 4-hour refresher course. 1 Day Sat 8-hr 9:00am-6:00pm 4-hr 9:00am-1:00pm May 9 Nov 7 Feb 21 Aug 15 Mold Related Services 14-Hour CE Package $199 All licensed Mold Assessors and Mold Remediators must complete 14 hours of continuing education prior to July 31, Get a jump start on your MRS continuing education requirements and don t take chances with your license. This 14-hour package includes ALL of the mandatory hours including: moisture intrusion, mold safety, report writing, and standards of practice. 2 Days Sat & Sun 9:00am-5:00pm Jun 20 Mar 21 Aug 29 Wind Mitigation Inspection Techniques & Training 3-Hour CE plus exam $129 Don t miss this opportunity to earn extra income by using your existing contractor or home inspection license! This course meets all of the prerequisites that allow Florida licensed home inspectors to legally perform the Hurricane Wind Mitigation Inspection. It also help existing contractors to fine tune their skills to properly document and report on the Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection form. 1 Days Sat 9:00am-1:00pm Mar 7 Sep 26 May 30 Nov 7 Broward County Specialty & Engineering Contractor 4-Hour CE $99 All Broward County Specialty Contractors must complete 4 hours of approved continuing education every two years. This Board approved package meets all of the new compliance requirements. 1 Day Thurs 1:00pm-5:00pm 1 Day Sat 9:00am-1:00pm Jan 22 May 14 Sep 17 Feb 21 Jun 20 Mar 12 Jul 9 Apr 18 Aug 22 Building Inspector Florida Licensed Building Inspectors Exam Prep course Two Parts $399 (Principles and Practices course plus 1 Inspector or Plans Examiner Course) Week One $195 (Plus reference materials) g Principles and Practices of Florida Law Week Two $255 (Plus reference materials) g Standard Building Inspector -org Standard Plans Examiner (Second week, Mon and Tues) Nights (2 Weeks) Mon & Wed 6:30pm-10:00pm Mar 2 Jun 1 Sep 14 Licensed Building Inspectors are in high demand from both engineering companies and municipal governments throughout Florida. F.S. 468 requires qualified individuals to pass an intensive 2-part examination. Obtaining this license can lead to a rewarding and secure future. Enroll today. Part One - Principles and Practices of Florida Law This exam covers approximately 8 topic areas and must be passed for all inspector license categories: Standard, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, CABO, Plans Examiner, or Building Official. Part Two - Technical Standard Building Inspector or Plans Examiner Required for those aspiring to become licensed in this category, this exam tests the applicant s knowledge of the technical applications of the Florida Building Code with an emphasis on structural elements. Part Two Standard Building Inspector and Plans Examiners courses now include the ICC Building Code Study Companion workbook. Register for all three parts for $549 and Save $156! 12 x Gold Coast Schools

13 Construction Call Us Today! Continuing Education Requirements All State Registered and Certified Contractors and Inspectors are required to complete 14 hours of continuing education prior to their renewal period. All Dade County licensed contractors must complete 16 hours of CE, of which only 50% can be taken online. Gold Coast School of Construction, Inc offers a complete package including ALL mandatory hours in both classroom and online formats for your convenience. DBPR Provider # Available Packages CILB, BCAIB, Miami-Dade $199 $229 (Miami-Dade County) This package is for general, building, residential, roofing, A/C, and plumbing contractors, as well as inspectors, plans examiners, and building officials. Note: Miami-Dade contractors stay until 6pm on day 1. ECLB $199 $229 (Miami-Dade County) This package includes 14 hours of required continuing education for electrical contractors. An additional 1 hour laws & rules course is now required and can be completed online. Visit Home Inspectors $199 This package includes 14 hours of required continuing education for licensed home inspectors. 2 Days 9:00am-5:00pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON LANTANA Jun 6 Jul 25 May 16 Aug 1 Jul 18 Aug 29 Jun 27 Aug 22 2 Days 9:00am-5:00pm NORTH DADE Aug 29 Jul 25 Aug 22 2 Days 9:00am-5:00pm NORTH DADE Aug 29 Jul 25 Aug 22 Course Approval Numbers CILB, BCAIB, ECLB, and Miami-Dade Course Approvals Home Inspection Course Approvals 2-hour Principles of FL Statutes & Rules CILB: (L&R & GEN) Architects: (H/S/W) ECLB: : (B) Inspectors: (L&R) Miami-Dade: D-022 FBPE: (AOP) 2-hour Advanced Training Accessibility CILB: (ADV& GEN) Architects: (ADV) ECLB: (ADV) Inspectors: (AOA) Miami-Dade: D-022 Home Inspectors: FBPE: (AOP) 3-hour Core B (1hr each W/C, WPS, BSP CILB: (W/C, WPS, BSP) Architects: (H/S/W) ECLB: : (ADV) Inspectors: Reciprocity (General) Miami-Dade: D-022 FBPE: (AOP) 3-hour Know Your Bldg Code CILB: (General) Architects: (H/S/W) Miami-Dade: D-022 Inspectors: (General) FBPE: (AOP) 1-hour Green Buildings & the Rating System CILB: (General) Architects: (H/S/W) Miami-Dade: D-022 FBPE: (AOP) Inspectors: (General) 1-hour Wind Mitigation- Strengthening the Roof System CILB: (WMM) Architects: (H/S/W) Miami-Dade: D-022 FBPE: (AOP) Inspectors: (General) 2-hour Ethics in the Construction Industry CILB: (General) Architects: (H/S/W) Miami-Dade: D-022 Inspectors: (Ethics) FBPE: (AOP) 4-hour FBC: Overview & Updates Home Inspector: (General) ECLB: (Technical) 3-hour Green Buildings & the Construction Professional Home Inspector: (General) ECLB: (Technical) 2-hour Miami-Dade Contractors only: 2-hour MD required curriculum: FS713 & Ch.10 D hour Home Inspection Basics Home Inspector: (General) 2-hour Hurricane Wind Mitigation Techniques Home Inspector: (Hurricane Mitigation) 4-hour FBC: Overview & Updates Home Inspector: (General) ECLB: (Technical) 3-hour Green Buildings & the Construction Professional Home Inspector: (General) ECLB: (Technical) Also Available Online! Visit Gold Coast Schools x 13

14 How to get an Insurance License 1 Successfully complete the pre-licensing course for the license that you are looking to achieve. See pages for licensing courses. 2 Submit an online application along with electronic fingerprints. Visit to apply and view complete license qualifications. Kevin Milner Insurance Program Director Selling insurance is as much about helping people as it is about sales. Insurance professionals understand that they play an important role in helping their customers protect what is most important to them. By understanding the needs of your clients and providing them with the proper forms of protection, you can achieve a rewarding career in the insurance industry. In order to sell insurance, one must have the appropriate licensing authority. Whether you are selling life, health, auto, home, or commercial insurance, or just looking for a career as a customer service representative, general or personal lines agent, life and health agent, surplus lines agent, or some other authority, Gold Coast offers the courses needed to obtain the license to do so. Already licensed? Gold Coast offers a series of continuing education seminars that meet Florida DFS standards. We can assist you in maintaining your CE compliance responsibilities. 3 Pass your state licensing exam. Gold Coast staff and instructors are here to help you each step of the way and can be reached at Why students choose Gold Coast Schools 1 You receive education from the best instructors in the insurance industry. Gold Coast instructors are experts in insurance and classroom instruction, which benefits those students who have been away from a classroom setting for some time. We teach and present the material in a way that makes it easy for you to understand and remember. 2 Your tuition is valid for 1 year. Gold Coast does not believe in charging retake fees. This policy is designed to show that we stand behind your success from start to finish. 3 Your tuition includes the Exam Cram course (as applicable). This is a review of the key concepts needed to pass your state exam on the first attempt. Most students complete their course, attend a Cram, and then pass the state exam. However, you are welcome to attend multiple Cram classes at no additional charge when space is available for up to one year. 4 We help you find employment upon completion. We put you in contact with top insurance companies who strive to hire Gold Coast graduates. Visit the Gold Coast career opportunities website at /careers. Attend a free Career Fair where you can talk to many different companies and compare them to see which one is perfect for you. 5 We offer the best schedule and number of available classes. Classes are offered in multiple formats to meet your schedule. With the most start dates, you never have to wait to retake a portion of the class if you need to make up hours due to illness, or for any other reason. *Classes are offered in conjunction with Professional Agents, Brokers, and Companies Association (FLDFS #753) 14 x Gold Coast Schools

15 Insurance Call Us Today! Property & Casualty 200-Hour General Lines Agent 2-20 $1, Hour Customer Service Representative 4-40 $ Hour Personal Lines Agent $399 Our unique ongoing modular scheduling allows you to mix and match by attending classes in more than one format. By combining classes, you may be able to complete the required curriculum even faster than the times indicated! Tuition includes the state required study manual, our exclusive Q&A study manual, and our famous Exam Cram. You may attend classes and the Exam Cram for up to 12 months at no additional cost. FLDFS Course Approvals: 2-20: #2599 l 4-40: #46797 l 20-44: #50853 Professional Agents, Brokers, and Companies Association FLDFS #753 Save 10%! Ask about our Study Buddy Discount Program. 52-Hour Personal Lines Agent $399 This license is used for the purpose of transacting business related to personal auto, homeowners & dwelling insurance (non-commercial). Mon-Sat 8:30am-6:30pm Mar 16 Jun 1 Aug 17 Oct Hour General Lines Agent 2-20 $1,099 This license is used for the purpose of transacting business related to home, auto, business, workers compensation, bonds, and more. This is one of the most valuable insurance licenses to have. 100-Hour Customer Representative 4-40 $ students start on the same dates as General Lines students. This license is used for a salaried employee working under the direct supervision of a general lines (property and casualty) agent or agency. General Lines and Customer Service Rep. Schedule Weekends (approx Wks) Sat & Sun 9:00am-5:00pm Evenings (approx Wks) Mon/Wed/Fri 6:30pm-10:00pm Jan 3 Jul 11 Jan 5 Jul 6 Jan 31 Aug 8 Feb 2 Aug 3 Feb 28 Sep 12 Mar 2 Sep 2* Mar 28 Oct 10 Apr 1 Oct 5 May 2 Nov 7 May 4 Nov 2 Jun 6 Dec 5 Jun 1 Dec 2* General Lines and Customer Service Rep. Schedule Days (5 Weeks) Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm Jan 5** Mar 9** May 18** Jul 13** Oct 5** * Classes start on Wednesday **Personal lines are allowed to start on these dates. Property & Casualty Exam Cram Included with our General Lines 2-20 Agents, Personal Lines 20-44, and CSR 4-40 courses ($249 for non-gold Coast Students) This 3-day review is designed to condense the material and hone in on the key concepts needed to pass the state exam. Your tuition allows attendance for up to 12 months at no additional charge. (Tuition includes our exclusive Q&A study manual but does NOT include the state study manual, $45 plus tax). Fri-Sun 9:00am-5:00pm Jan 23 Jul 10 Mar 6 Oct 16 May 1 Dec 11 Surplus Lines 60-Hour Surplus Lines Agents 1-20 $799 Gold Coast offers this course in a 6-day format enabling you to complete the Surplus Lines license requirement quickly. P&C agents typically add this license to their credentials so that they can place coverages for their customers who need a policy that is not offered by authorized insurers in their state. Widen your marketing and income horizons in the non-admitted field of insurance. Markets include: Aviation Pollution Marine Medical malpractice Roofing Contractors Cargo New drug testing Asbestos abatement Many more! Save 10%! Ask about our Study Buddy Discount Program. Mon-Sat 8:00am-7:00pm Feb 9 Aug 17 Apr 13 Nov 9 Jun 22 FLDFS Approval #72833 Professional Agents, Brokers, and Companies Association FLDFS # Gold Coast Schools x 15

16 Life & Health Insurance 40-Hour Life, Health, including Annuities and Variable Contracts 2-15 Agents Qualification Course Basic $229 l Full $299 (Includes Cram Course) Gold Coast School of Insurance, Inc is South Florida s first choice for anyone looking to become a Life, Health, and Variable Contract Agent. Our staff and knowledgeable instructors are here to help you through the licensing process, making it quick and easy to start working in one of the most popular areas of the insurance industry. As a 2-15 Agent, you are able to sell all forms of life, health, home health care, disability and long term care insurance. You are also able to sell fixed annuities. To sell variable annuities, you must have both the 2-15 and Series 6 license. Choosing between Basic and Full Service options? The Basic classroom course includes the required state study manual, our highly acclaimed review flash cards, and unlimited attendance of the course for up to 12 months. The Full-Service classroom course includes everything from our Basic course, with the addition of our famous 1-Day Exam Cram course designed to fully prepare you to pass the state exam on your first attempt, as well as our exclusive 875 Q&A study manual for studying and testing your knowledge. Save 10%! Ask about our Study Buddy Discount Program. Weekdays Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm NORTH DADE BOCA RATON Feb 16 Jan 12 Feb 16 Jan 5 Jul 6 Apr 20 Mar 9 Apr 27 Feb 2 Aug 3 Jun 15 May 4 Jun 8 Mar 2 Aug 31 Aug 10 Jul 13 Aug 17 Apr 13 Oct 5 Oct 12 Aug 31 Oct 19 May 4 Nov 2 Dec 14 Nov 9 Dec 14 Jun 1 Dec 7 2 consecutive Weekends Sat & Sun 8:00am-7:00pm LANTANA Jan 10 Jul 11 Jan 24 Jul 25 Jan 10 Feb 7 Aug 8 Feb 21 Aug 22 Mar 7 Mar 7 Sep 12 Mar 21 Sep 26 May 9 Apr 11 Oct 10 Apr 25 Oct 24 Jul 11 May 9 Nov 7 May 23 Nov 14 Sep 19 Jun 6 Dec 5 Jun 20 Dec 12 Nov 7 FLDFS Approval #2598 Professional Agents, Brokers, and Companies Association FLDFS #753 Also Available Online! Visit Life & Health Exam Cram Included with our Life & Health Full Service course ($129 for non-gold Coast Students) This review course is designed to help you pass your exam the first time! Included in our Full Service program, our Exam Cram is available for students from other schools and candidates not required to take the 40- hour course. Tuition is valid for up to 1 year and includes Gold Coast School s exclusive 875 multiple-choice Q&A study manual. 1 Day Fri 9:00am-6:00pm Jan 16 Mar 13 May 15 Jul 17 Sep 11 Nov 13 Jan 30 Mar 27 May 29 Jul 31 Sep 25 Nov 20 Feb 13 Apr 10 Jun 12 Aug 14 Oct 9 Dec 4 Feb 27 Apr 24 Jun 26 Aug 28 Oct 30 Dec 18 1 Day Sat 9:00am-6:00pm Feb 21 May 23 Aug 29 Nov 21 CE Requirements Gold Coast School, in conjunction with Professional Agents, Brokers, and Companies Association (FLDFS #753), is South Florida s school of choice for insurance agent, adjuster, and customer service representative continuing education. Every individual is responsible for satisfying their continuing education requirements on time. Generally, all agents and adjusters must complete 24 hours of approved continuing education by the end of their birth month, every 2 years. Individuals who have been licensed in Florida for 6 years or more, as of the first day of their compliance period, qualify for a reduction from 24 hours to 20 hours. Effective October 1, 2014 Agents and/or adjusters are required to complete a 5-hour Law & Ethics Update course as approved by the DFS specific to a license that they hold. A licensee who holds multiple insurance licenses, must complete an update course that is specific to at least one of the licenses held. Except as otherwise specified, any remaining required hours of continuing education are elective and may consist of any continuing education course approved by the Department under the FL Sec Gold Coast will assist you in selecting courses. However, it is your responsibility to enroll in the correct subjects and hours to comply with the Florida requirements. DFS rules prohibit receiving CE credit for the exact same course taken a second time within 36 months of the first attendance. The no repeat rule does not apply to the topic but rather the specific DFS course reference number. To check your status and verify your individual CE requirements, please check with the DFS at and click on MyProfile or contact the DFS at Insurance Continuing Education Courses! 16 x Gold Coast Schools