Pass your C-9 Drywall Contractor exam:

Online Flexible Study Plan:

• Comprehensive Manual: Dive into our industry-leading C-9 Drywall exam preparation manual.
• Master Multiple-Choice: Learn strategies to dominate multiple-choice exams.
• Multimedia Learning: Engage with audio and video content featuring industry experts discussing General Trade Knowledge, Math Review, and Title 8 Health & Safety Rules.
• Question Bank: Access hundreds of researched exam questions and answers.
• Interactive Tools: Use virtual flashcards and non-graded quizzes to reinforce key concepts.
• Online Practice Exams: Test your knowledge with online timed practice exams.
• First-Time Success: Aim to pass your C-9 Contractor exam on your first attempt.

The Most Effective Course in California at any price!

• Online Advantage: Our multimedia course allows you to study at your pace and is the most affordable method for passing the C-9 Contractor License Exam.

Hassle-Free Application Process:

• Paperwork Assistance: We’ll guide you through the CSLB application process.
• Expert Help: Email us for personalized assistance and a free line-by-line review of your application before submission to the state. TLC is here to help to make your CSLB Application easier than ever!

Exam Success:

• Pass Rate: Our students have a high success rate if they take our course to its entirety. If you have failed in the past, we are here to help increase that score with the latest updated information specific to your trade.
• Exam Scheduling: Once your application is approved and you are ready, schedule your exam through PSI. (Refer to the PSI Candidate Information Bulletin for more details. PSI – C-9 Drywall Candidate Information Bulletin

IT’S A FACT! When you read something, watch something, hear something, and then put that information to use – ONLINE PRACTICE QUESTIONS  & ONLINE EXAMS, your ability to retain our study materials increases exponentially!

California C-9 Contractor (Trade Exam)

Select Your Course Format:

Please choose the format that best suits your learning style & needs, & take advantage of our comprehensive study materials to prepare effectively for your C-9 Drywall Contractor trade exam.

• eCourse: Online Manual: (Read Only) + A/V & Testing:

• • The Course is 100% Online
  • Online Manual (not printable)
  • Online A/V (Audio/Video)
  • Online Practice Testing

• or Printed Manual + Online A/V & Testing:

• • Printed Manual
  • Online A/V (Audio/Video)
  • Online Practice Testing

• or Printed Manual + CDs, DVDs, & Online Testing:

• • Printed Manual
  • CDs & DVDs
  • Online Practice Testing

Included In Each Course Format:

Each of our C-9 Drywall Contractor License Trade Exam Courses includes the following study materials as outlined below.

• Trade-Specific Manuals or eManuals: Comprehensive guides covering all relevant topics.
• Audio Lectures: Listen to expert insights and explanations.
• Video Lectures: Visualize key concepts through video content.
• Flash Card Mode: Test your knowledge with virtual flashcards.
• Online Practice Exams: Take multiple-timed practice exams.

California C-9 Drywall Contractor Exam Trade Manual

The California C-9 Drywall exam manual briefly covers essential topics of the California C-9 exam’s trade section.

• Broad Coverage: This manual provides a concise overview of essential topics for the California C-9 Drywall exam’s trade section, including Tools and Materials, Preparation, Attaching Drywall to Wood or Metal Framing, Semisolid and Solid Partitions, Metal Door Framing, Joint and Surface Treatments, Repairs in Drywall, Fire Resistance, and Sound Control
• Code Summaries: Gain insights from summarized sections of the Title 8 Health & Safety Orders.

Inside The Study Guide:

• Math Review: Get a solid foundation with an introduction to construction math, covering estimating formulas, measurement units, elementary geometry, and the architect’s scale.
• General Trade Knowledge: This section provides the basic trade information needed to pass the C-9 Drywall trade exam.
• Health and Safety: Become familiar with Title 8 and other essential safety regulations and practices.
• C-9 Exam Review Questions: Read and understand each question and read every word of the explanation. The principle behind the question is your key to success.

Audio/Video Lectures

• Flexible Formats: Choose between streaming online audio & video files or opt for CDs & DVDs.
• Expert Instruction: Learn from instructors with decades of experience, covering key C-9 exam concepts in depth. Lectures include Math Formulas, Plans & Specifications, General Trade Knowledge & Review Questions, and Title 8 Health & Safety Orders.

Latest Online C-9 Study Questions and Online Practice Exams

Virtual Flashcards:

• Randomized Questions:  keep your study sessions fresh and engaging via online flashcards.
• Progress Tracking: Know where you stand and what you’ve mastered.
• Exclude Mastered Questions: Focus only on what you need to learn.

Trade Practice Exams and Updated Questions:

• Four Timed General Exams: Each practice exam consists of 100 questions, allowing you to practice under timed conditions. *Includes an updated exam with the most current questions.
• Two Title 8 Health & Safety Tests: Specialized tests to ensure you’re prepared for all aspects of the C-9 exam.
• Inclusive Trade Practice Questions: Each course includes practice questions complete with questions, answers, and in-depth explanations to deepen your understanding of trade concepts.
• Updated Questions: Stay current with the latest General Knowledge, Health and safety, and trade-specific updates.
• Test & Expand Knowledge: Our questions are designed not just to test your existing knowledge but to expand upon it through detailed explanations.

• Free Form Review: Request a free review of your completed contractor exam application to ensure it’s error-free before you submit it to the state.
• Direct Assistance: All students enrolled in our C-9 Drywall course can call us at (866) 685-8564 or email support@thompsonlearningco.com for personalized assistance in completing the application.

One-Year Unlimited Access

• All-Inclusive Resources: Gain unrestricted access to all online eManuals, audio/video materials, and practice exams.
• 365 Days of Access: Unlike other schools that limit you to 30, 90, or 180 days, we offer a full year of access to all online course materials, ensuring you have ample time to prepare.

The C9 Drywall Exam. Five Major Sections:

Section 1. Planning and Estimating (19%)

• Evaluate plans and specifications
• Estimate and perform mathematical calculations
• Evaluate material specifications

Section 2. Preparing for Installation (14%)

• Evaluate job site readiness
• Manage materials on the job site
• Layout various assembly types
• Install metal framing systems
• Install backing

Section 3. Install Drywall, Ceilings, and Related Materials (28%)

• Install various ceiling assemblies
• Install standard wallboard assemblies
• Install fire-rated wallboard assemblies
• Install specialty wallboard assemblies
• Install trims
• Repair damaged drywall systems

Section 4. Finishing (22%)

• Select and mix various compounds
• Select the level of finish
• Prepare and tape surfaces
• Finish and coat surfaces
• Sand and sponge wallboard
• Texture surfaces

Section 5. Safety (17%)

• Personal safety procedures
• Job site safety procedures
• Operate tools and equipment safely
• Work safely at elevated heights

*Percentages are approximate

C-9 Drywall Exam Source Material:

The CSLB utilizes the following publications to create the Drywall Contractor exam. California codebooks are viewable online: www.bsc.ca.gov

2022 California Building Code. California Code of Regulations, Title 24. International Code Council.
Free Access: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/BSC/Codes
Purchase: http://www.iccsafe.org

Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products. Gypsum Association.
Phone: (888) 264-2665
Purchase: www.bnibooks.com/gypsum

ASTM Standard Specification C754-15; C840-19b. ASTM International.
Phone: (877) 909-2786
Purchase: www.astm.org

Commercial Metal Stud Framing. Craftsman Book Company.
Phone: (800) 829-8123
Purchase: www.craftsman-book.com

Fire Resistance Design Manual & Sound Control. Gypsum Association.
Phone: (888) 264-2665
Purchase: www.gypsum.org

The Gypsum Construction Handbook. USG Corporation.
Phone: (800) 950-3839
Purchase: www.usg.com

Recommended Levels of Gypsum Board Finish; Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products. Gypsum Association.
Phone: (888) 264-2665
Purchase: www.bnibooks.com/gypsum

State of California General Industry & Electrical Safety Orders (Cal/OSHA) and State of California Construction & Electrical Safety Orders (Cal/OSHA). 2022. California Code of Regulations, Title 8. Mancomm.
Phone: (877) 626-2666
Purchase: http://www.mancomm.com

*Publisher information is current as of 12/22

CSLB Scope for the Drywall Contractor Classification:

California Code of Regulations
Title 16, Division 8, Article 3. Classifications

A drywall contractor lays out and installs gypsum wall board and gypsum wall board assemblies including nonstructural metal framing members, and performs the taping and texturing operations including the application of compounds that adhere to wall board to produce a continuous smooth or textured surface.

Authority cited: Sections 7008 and 7059, Reference: Sections 7058 and 7059 (Business and Professions Code)