The 1 Package: All-Inclusive Nevada Drywall Contractor (C-17C) Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution

Prepare for the Nevada Drywall Contractor (C-17C) examination, contractor licensing process, and business setup with The 1 Package. This all-inclusive solution combines highlighted and tabbed rental books, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, Contractor Compliance Guidance, drywall trade preparation, approved code-reference navigation, and Nevada Business and Law study support.

The Nevada C-17C Drywall classification is regulated by the Nevada State Contractors Board. The classification covers the installation and coating of gypsum wallboard and sheathing, including the installation of suspended ceiling systems made of gypsum wallboard. Candidates preparing for this specialty license should understand drywall installation, taping and finishing, materials, special applications, accessories, and applicable building-code requirements.

The International Building Code, 2018 is included with this package and is the approved code reference for use inside the C-17C trade examination. Candidates should become familiar with the organization of the IBC so they can efficiently locate applicable requirements during the timed exam.

Additional study references include Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016 and the Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition. These books support practical drywall knowledge but are not allowed into the C-17C examination room. Candidates should use them during preparation to strengthen their understanding of gypsum wallboard installation, materials, fastening, finishing, assemblies, accessories, and related construction practices.

The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is also included for the Contractor Management Survey and Nevada Business and Law preparation. All included technical and business rental books are highlighted and tabbed to provide an organized study experience and help candidates navigate important material more efficiently.

The 1 Package also includes 1 year of course access and Application Service. Beyond exam and licensing preparation, the package includes Business Formation for an LLC or corporation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance designed to help customers establish and organize their Nevada drywall contracting business.

Package Price: $2,410 plus a refundable $300 book deposit, for a total initial payment of $2,710.

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.

Exam Details

The Nevada C-17C Drywall trade examination is administered through PSI for candidates who receive examination eligibility through the Nevada State Contractors Board.

• Exam: Nevada C-17C Drywall
• Number of Questions: 20
• Time Allowed: 1 hour
• Minimum Passing Score: 14 correct answers
• Testing Provider: PSI

The C-17C examination content outline is divided into four technical areas:

• Installation: 6 questions
• Taping and Finishing: 6 questions
• Materials: 4 questions
• Special Applications and Accessories: 4 questions

Installation and Taping and Finishing are the two largest examination categories, with six questions each. Together they make up more than half of the trade exam. Candidates should understand gypsum wallboard handling, layout, installation practices, attachment methods, joints, corners, taping procedures, finishing materials, coats, and surface preparation.

The Materials category contains four questions. Candidates should become familiar with gypsum wallboard products, sheathing, compounds, fasteners, accessories, and other materials encountered during drywall installation and finishing.

Special Applications and Accessories also contains four questions. Preparation should include the components and procedures associated with specialized drywall applications, suspended gypsum wallboard ceilings, trims, corner treatments, control-related accessories, and other materials used to complete drywall systems.

Nevada contractor applicants generally must also satisfy the Contractor Management Survey examination unless an applicable waiver is approved. The CMS examination includes 60 scored questions with 120 minutes allowed, plus three non-scored items with six additional minutes. The minimum passing score is 45 correct answers, or 75%.

The Contractor Management Survey covers Licensing, Estimating and Bidding, Lien Law, Financial Management, Tax Laws, Labor Laws, Project Management, Contracts, Risk Management, and Environmental and Safety subjects. The included Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada supports preparation for this separate licensing examination.

Open Book Test

The Nevada C-17C Drywall trade examination is open book with a specific approved code reference permitted inside the examination center.

The approved exam-room reference included with this package is:

• International Building Code, 2018

The International Building Code supports preparation involving code requirements relevant to gypsum wallboard, interior construction, materials, fire-resistance provisions, installation conditions, and other building requirements that may apply to drywall work.

Candidates should practice using the IBC index, chapter organization, numbered sections, tables, definitions, and cross-references before examination day. Because the C-17C exam contains only 20 questions and allows one hour, familiarity with the code book can help reduce unnecessary searching during the test.

The following included books are study references and are not allowed into the C-17C trade examination:

• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition

These books should be used during preparation to develop practical trade knowledge that can be applied without the references available during testing. Installation procedures, materials, wallboard handling, fastening, taping, finishing, accessories, and related construction concepts should become familiar before exam day.

Approved exam-room references may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the examination. Permanent tabs are permitted. Temporary tabs such as Post-it notes are not allowed. Candidates may not add writing to approved references, and loose or attached papers are not permitted in the examination center.

Licensing Steps

The Nevada State Contractors Board regulates the C-17C Drywall classification. Applicants must complete the applicable experience, application, examination, background, financial, and final licensing requirements.

1. Confirm the C-17C classification. Determine that the Drywall subclassification matches the work the business intends to perform.
2. Identify the qualifying individual. Designate the person who will satisfy the experience and trade qualification requirements on behalf of the business entity.
3. Document qualifying experience. Prepare records showing appropriate drywall-related experience in the classification requested.
4. Submit the contractor license application. Provide the required business, qualifying-party, financial, and supporting information to the Nevada State Contractors Board.
5. Complete applicable background requirements. Follow the fingerprint and background procedures associated with Nevada contractor licensing.
6. Provide applicable financial documentation. Nevada evaluates financial responsibility as part of the contractor licensing process.
7. Receive examination eligibility. Qualified applicants may proceed with testing after the Board reviews the application and authorizes examinations.
8. Schedule the C-17C examination through PSI. Arrange the trade examination after receiving eligibility.
9. Prepare for the C-17C trade exam. Review Installation, Taping and Finishing, Materials, Special Applications and Accessories, and IBC navigation.
10. Prepare for the Contractor Management Survey. Use the included Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada to study the applicable Business and Law subjects.
11. Complete required examinations. Meet the applicable trade and management examination requirements unless an approved waiver applies.
12. Complete final licensing requirements. Address required financial, bonding, and other licensing conditions before the license is issued.
13. Establish the business entity. Business Formation for an LLC or corporation is included with The 1 Package.
14. Obtain the EIN. EIN Filing with the IRS is included to support the new contracting business.

Application Service is included with The 1 Package to help customers organize the Nevada contractor licensing application process while focusing on drywall trade and Business and Law preparation.

State Requirements

The Nevada C-17C Drywall subclassification covers the installation and coating of gypsum wallboard and sheathing. The authorized scope also includes installation of suspended ceiling systems made of gypsum wallboard.

Candidates should understand that contractor classifications define the type of work a licensed business is authorized to perform. The C-17C classification is specifically focused on drywall work rather than every activity associated with a complete interior construction project.

The qualifying individual for a Nevada contractor license must demonstrate appropriate trade experience. Under the standard experience pathway, the trade qualifier must have at least four years of experience as a journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor in the specific classification requested within the 10 years immediately preceding the application.

The qualifying party represents the business entity for purposes of the licensed classification and must be actively engaged in the classification of work for which that individual qualifies.

Nevada generally requires the qualifying individual to satisfy both the trade examination and the Business and Law, or Contractor Management Survey, examination unless the individual meets the requirements for an applicable waiver.

The Nevada contractor licensing process also includes financial responsibility and bonding requirements. The Board establishes licensing conditions and a monetary limit based on applicable information submitted during the licensing process.

Business Formation included with The 1 Package supports establishing an LLC or corporation for the Nevada drywall contracting business. EIN Filing supports obtaining the federal Employer Identification Number needed for common business activities, while Contractor Compliance Guidance helps the customer understand important responsibilities associated with operating as a Nevada contractor.

Reference Books

• International Building Code, 2018
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed rental code reference supporting building requirements relevant to gypsum wallboard, interior construction, fire-resistance provisions, materials, assemblies, and related drywall work. This reference is approved for C-17C exam-room use.
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting construction fundamentals, framing relationships, materials, installation practices, and other knowledge useful when preparing for drywall work. This book is not allowed into the C-17C trade examination.
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting gypsum wallboard systems, materials, installation, attachment, taping, finishing, ceilings, assemblies, and accessories. This book is not allowed into the C-17C trade examination.
• Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed business reference supporting Nevada Contractor Management Survey preparation in licensing, estimating, financial management, contracts, labor, lien law, project management, risk management, and related contractor business subjects.

All included technical and Business and Law rental books are highlighted and tabbed to create a more organized study experience and help candidates become familiar with important sections throughout their preparation.

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.

Test Information and Study Materials

The 1 Package includes 1 year of course access, giving candidates time to prepare for both the C-17C trade examination and Nevada Business and Law requirements while working through the contractor licensing process.

Prioritize Installation. Installation contains six of the 20 trade questions. Review wallboard selection, handling, layout, cutting, attachment methods, joints, openings, ceilings, and practical installation procedures.

Study Taping and Finishing thoroughly. This category also contains six questions. Review joint treatment, tape, compounds, corners, finishing sequences, surface preparation, and procedures used to produce a completed gypsum wallboard surface.

Know drywall materials. Materials account for four questions. Build familiarity with gypsum board products, compounds, fasteners, trims, accessories, sheathing, and other materials used in drywall construction.

Review Special Applications and Accessories. This section contributes four questions. Study suspended gypsum wallboard ceilings, specialty conditions, accessories, trims, and components used in various drywall systems.

Practice IBC navigation. The International Building Code is the approved trade exam reference. Candidates should practice locating applicable code sections efficiently under timed conditions.

Learn the study-only books before testing. Carpentry and Building Construction and the Gypsum Construction Handbook cannot be used during the C-17C trade examination. Use them to develop practical drywall knowledge that can be recalled without relying on the books during testing.

Prepare separately for Business and Law. The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada supports CMS preparation covering licensing, bidding, finances, tax and labor laws, contracts, liens, project management, risk management, and environmental and safety subjects.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports Nevada Drywall Contractor candidates through organized study guidance, drywall-focused trade review, practice-oriented preparation, approved IBC navigation, Nevada Business and Law preparation, licensing support, and business setup services.

The highlighted and tabbed rental books provide an organized study library covering code requirements, drywall construction, general building knowledge, and Nevada contractor Business and Law subjects. Candidates can use the books alongside course preparation to build a structured study routine.

With 1 year of course access, students have time to revisit difficult areas such as drywall installation, taping and finishing, materials, special applications, accessories, and code-navigation questions.

Practice-oriented preparation helps candidates apply what they study through focused review rather than relying only on passive reading. Areas that need more work can receive additional attention before the exam.

Reference-navigation preparation focuses on the International Building Code because it is the approved code reference available during the C-17C examination. Familiarity with the IBC can help candidates approach code questions in a more organized manner.

The study-only references support drywall knowledge that must be developed in advance. Candidates can use the Gypsum Construction Handbook and Carpentry and Building Construction to reinforce installation methods, finishing, materials, and practical construction principles.

Application Service is included to support organization of the Nevada contractor license application. Business Formation provides assistance establishing an LLC or corporation so the customer has a legally structured business entity for the drywall contracting operation.

EIN Filing with the IRS is included to obtain the Employer Identification Number used to open business bank accounts, manage taxes properly, hire employees, and operate the contracting business professionally. Contractor Compliance Guidance helps customers understand important Nevada contractor responsibilities as they establish their business.

By combining highlighted and tabbed rental books, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing, Contractor Compliance Guidance, C-17C trade preparation, and Nevada Business and Law study, The 1 Package provides a comprehensive path for professionals pursuing the Nevada Drywall Contractor license and setting up their contracting business.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in The 1 Package for Nevada C-17C?

The package includes the International Building Code, Carpentry and Building Construction, Gypsum Construction Handbook, Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.

How much does The 1 Package cost?

The package price is $2,410 plus a refundable $300 book deposit, for a total initial payment of $2,710.

Are all included books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. All included technical and Business and Law rental books are highlighted and tabbed.

How long should I allow for The 1 Package book order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.

Is the Nevada C-17C Drywall examination open book?

Yes. The examination is open book with the International Building Code, 2018 approved for use in the examination center.

Which books are not allowed into the C-17C exam?

Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016 and the Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition are study references and are not allowed into the C-17C trade examination.

How many questions are on the Nevada C-17C exam?

The C-17C Drywall examination contains 20 questions, allows one hour, and requires 14 correct answers to meet the passing score.

What subjects are on the C-17C examination?

The exam covers Installation, Taping and Finishing, Materials, and Special Applications and Accessories.

What work does the Nevada C-17C classification cover?

The classification covers installation and coating of gypsum wallboard and sheathing, including installation of suspended ceiling systems made of gypsum wallboard.

Is the Nevada Business and Law book included?

Yes. The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is included for Contractor Management Survey preparation.

Does The 1 Package include Business Formation?

Yes. Business Formation for an LLC or corporation is included to help establish the Nevada drywall contracting business as a legal business entity.

Is EIN Filing included?

Yes. EIN Filing with the IRS is included to obtain the Employer Identification Number used for common business banking, tax, hiring, and operational purposes.

Does the package include Contractor Compliance Guidance?

Yes. Contractor Compliance Guidance is included to assist customers in understanding important Nevada contractor compliance responsibilities.

Does The 1 Package include 1 year of course access?

Yes. The package includes 1 year of course access for C-17C trade preparation, IBC navigation, drywall review, Business and Law study, and structured exam preparation.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with The 1 Package.