If you’re like most Michigan builders, Continuing Competency isn’t something you want to drag out for weeks.
You just want to:
- Get it done
- Get your certificate
- Renew your license
- Get back to work
The good news? You absolutely can complete your Michigan Continuing Competency in just one day, if you do it the right way.
Why Speed Matters Right Now
Michigan builder licenses must be renewed by May 31 every cycle, and you must complete your Continuing Competency before you renew.
Depending on how long you’ve been licensed:
- 6+ years → 3 hours required
- Less than 6 years → 21 hours required
For most experienced builders, that means you’re only 3 hours away from being done.
What If You Need 21 Hours? (Builders Licensed Less Than 6 Years)
If you’ve been licensed less than 6 years, you’re required to complete 21 hours of Continuing Competency instead of 3.
That doesn’t mean it has to take weeks.
You can still complete your Continuing Competency quickly, often in just a few days, by choosing the right course format.
Here’s how to approach it:
- Break it into manageable sessions (for example, 7 hours per day over 3 days)
- Choose a 100% online, on-demand course so you can work at your own pace
- Avoid dragging it out. Momentum is key to finishing.
Many builders make the mistake of spreading 21 hours over weeks, which leads to delays, distractions, and unnecessary stress.
The Smart Way to Complete 21 Hours Faster
The fastest builders don’t just “fit it in,” they schedule it and finish it.
With the right course, you can:
- Move continuously from module to module
- Complete multiple hours in a single sitting
- Finish the full requirement far sooner than expected
The goal isn’t one day. It’s finishing efficiently without interruption.
Step-by-Step: How to Finish in One Day (3-Hour Builders)
1. Choose the Right Course (This Is Everything)
Not all courses are built for speed.
To finish in one day, your course should be:
- 100% online and on-demand
- Video-based (not text-heavy)
- Designed for quick completion
- From a LARA-approved provider
If you pick the wrong format, what should take hours can take days.
2. Block Out 3 Hours (That’s It)
For most builders, Continuing Competency includes:
- 1 hour: Code updates
- 1 hour: Safety (MIOSHA)
- 1 hour: Business & Law
That’s it. One focused session = done.
3. Eliminate Distractions
This is where most builders lose time.
If you:
- Try to multitask
- Pause and come back later
- Stretch it over multiple days
…it drags out unnecessarily.
Treat it like a jobsite task: Start → finish → move on
4. Complete the Course Fully
Make sure you:
- Watch all required modules
- Complete any required checkpoints
- Reach full completion status
Starting doesn’t count. Completion does.
5. Download Your Certificate Immediately
Once you finish:
- Save your certificate
- Keep it for your records (in case of an audit)
- You’re now ready to renew
6. Renew Your License Right After
Now that your Continuing Competency is done:
Log in to the LARA portal and renew your license
The entire process, from start to renewal, can realistically be completed in a single day.
What Slows Builders Down (Avoid This)
Even though this can be done quickly, here’s what causes delays:
- Waiting until the last minute
- Choosing the wrong course format
- Not knowing the required hours
- Not finishing in one sitting
The process is simple, but only if you keep it simple.
Why Continuing Competency Matters (Beyond the Requirement)
This isn’t just a checkbox.
Continuing Competency ensures builders stay current on:
- Building codes
- Safety standards
- Business and legal updates
In other words, it protects your license and your business.
The Fastest Way to Get It Done
Whether you need 3 hours or 21 hours, the key is choosing a course designed for efficiency. Not wasted time.
Our Continuing Competency courses are built specifically for Michigan builders who want to complete their requirements quickly and correctly.
3-Hour Course (For Builders Licensed 6+ Years)
- 100% online, on-demand
- Designed to be completed in one sitting
- Immediate certificate upon completion
21-Hour Course (For Builders Licensed Less Than 6 Years)
- Complete all required hours in a structured, efficient format
- Progress at your own pace without delays
- Finish in days, not weeks
What You Get in Every Course
- Covers Code, Safety, and Business/Law requirements
- Taught by Sid Woryn with real-world jobsite insights
- Streamlined, no-fluff training focused on what matters
As a Licensed Michigan Proprietary School, our courses meet all requirements while helping you finish as efficiently as possible. Click here to learn more.
Final Takeaway: Get It Done Today
Most builders delay Continuing Competency because they think it will take longer than it actually does.
The reality?
- You can finish in hours (or just a few days if you need 21 hours)
- You can get your certificate fast
- You can renew immediately after
No stress. No delays. No risk.
Complete your Continuing Competency now. Then renew. Stay Licensed. Stay Working.
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