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Individuals who complete an approved Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council program and apply for a license within two years of graduation are not required to take the Journeyman examination.  \nIn order to apply for an examination, an applicant must meet the work experience and license requirements for the license category desired by the applicant.  \nThe examination which you will take was developed to meet the evaluation requirements established by the Maryland General Assembly. After passing the examination, an application for original licensure will be mailed to you by the Board.  \nPSI LICENSURE: CERTIF","cbCaihlLgzBIp4wZ","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihlLgzBIp4wZ","pdf",443064,17,"English","# Introduction\n## Insurance Requirements for Master, Master Restricted, and Limited Contractors\n## Advertising Requirements of Master, Master Restricted, and Limited Contractor Licensees\n## Examination Application\n## Preparing for the Examination\n## Examination Content Outlines and Reference Materials\n## Sample Questions\n## Fees\n## Application Procedures\n## Scheduling Procedures\n## Reporting for the Examination\n## Taking the Examination\n## License Application","[{\"question\":\"Who must pass an HVACR examination to obtain Maryland licensure, and are there exceptions?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants seeking Journeyman Restricted, Journeyman, Limited Contractor, Master Restricted Contractor, or Master Contractor must pass the examination. 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