• Master skills to navigate and leverage the Massachusetts Building Code Books, Building Code Amendments, Architectural Access Board, International Energy Efficiency Code, and general knowledge, empowering you to confidently locate and apply the relevant building code regulations during the exam and in real-world scenarios.

• Acquire best practices and strategic approaches for successfully completing open book timed exams.

Format
Online | Live Instruction

An interactive class session with live instruction will be delivered each week via Zoom. Students will be required to have access to a personal computer or tablet with audio/video capabilities and a reliable WiFi connection.

Time Commitment
7-Weeks | 21 Hours

You can expect to commit three (3) hours per week participating in an interactive online session via Zoom.

Schedule
Wednesday Evenings | 5:30 - 8:30 PM ET

Course Tuition = $700

Required Book = $536.25
(Massachusetts) Building Code Books w/Amendments & Chapter Inserts Package
Author: CCI | Publisher: The Construction Certification Institute, INC.

This book is sold separately and available for purchase online at the Wentworth Bookstore.

The bookstore offers a custom-curated and tabbed edition of the MA code books, designed to help you quickly navigate chapters and access key information quickly to succeed in the timed open book exam. Please place your order at least 4-7 days in advance of your first class, to allow adequate time to receive your books. Click here to learn more about direct shipping time or in-store pick up hours.

Does Wentworth offer the exam?
No. All exams are administered for the Office of Public Safety & Inspections (OPSI) by Prometric, a private contractor. For additional information, please view the Prometric Massachusetts Construction Supervisors Licensing Information Bulletin.

What are the requirements to sit for the exam?
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts determines eligibility to sit for the exam. Please visit their webpage or view their guide for Applying for a new Construction Supervisor License.

Does the Commonwealth require any work experience to sit for the exam?
Yes. Candidates must demonstrate 3 years of experience in building construction or design to be eligible for the exam. Work experience need not be continuous but must be full-time (40 hours per week) within the past ten years.

• Successful completion of a three- or four-year vocational high school or other vocational school program in the field of building construction shall be deemed as satisfying one year of work experience.
• Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university shall be deemed as satisfying one year of work experience.
• Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in architecture or science, engineering, or technology in a related field shall be deemed as satisfying two years’ work experience.
• Active construction related military experience may be considered full time experience.

Note: Education cannot account for more than two years of experience, and union affiliation only is not acceptable as work experience.

What students are saying...

“I chose this course specifically because of Richard's experience... having someone like him as a professor made a palpable difference in my readiness going into the CSL exam - and I was right.” - Dan, 2025

"The lessons are excellently structured, helping you navigate the documentation and find information quickly, especially during the exam. Furthermore, The practice questions and quizzes, which cover a wide scope were key...They prepared me and gave me a lot of confidence on the day of the examination.” - Ezekiel, 2024

"This course and Professor Richard Crowley himself, have proven to be an invaluable resource in my preparation for the exam. I passed the exam and received my license in the mail not too long ago. Thank you so much for all your help." - Joseph, 2023