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CSLB General B Audio Study Guide
Build your General B trade knowledge one subject at a time. Choose a topic, listen to a lesson, then use its written notes to review what you heard.
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Know what you want to review? Open a topic to find its audio lessons. If you need a starting point, the free 20-question study check gives you topics to revisit and a study plan.
Planning and Estimating
Planning, estimating, permits, contracts, scope, and project-control topics for CSLB General B candidates.
Explore lessons →Framing and Structural
Framing, structural, code-navigation, and building-envelope lessons for General B exam prep.
Explore lessons →Core Trades
Concrete, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, earthwork, and trade-coordination topics for CSLB General B study.
Explore lessons →Finish Trades
Drywall, flooring, finishes, windows, doors, and closeout topics for General B contractor exam prep.
Explore lessons →Safety
California construction safety, jobsite hazard, and General B exam safety lessons built for audio review.
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- Choose one subject. Start with a topic you need to understand, or follow your study-check result.
- Listen, then explain it. After the lesson, describe the main idea in your own words. Return to the notes and diagrams for details you missed.
- Check your understanding. Where lesson practice is available, try the free questions. Full practice sessions require membership.
The public audio lessons, notes and study check are free. Pass The CSLB is independent General B trade exam preparation; it is not an official CSLB course or a complete Law and Business course.