There is no actual degree required to get a contractors license. Most cities require you to take a test that determines if you are able to be a contractor. For more information contact your licensing/tax office.
Whether a contractor can work under another's business license depends on the type of business license. If someone has a corporation then they can have a lot of businesses under their license.
Normally a general contractor just needs a state license. Depending on what he does he may need additional licenses.
Having a license to install siding is not mandatory. You can install siding on your home with no license. However, if you are hiring a professional to install the siding for you, although having a Contractor's License is not required it is recommended.
What type of license,insurance and or paperwork to start to contract for work
A medical degree such as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.), Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), or Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS/MBChB) (and a medical license) is needed to be a obstetrician/gynecologist (OBGYN).
Any contractor who is a licensed contractor with the right type of license should be able to handle this for you. A general contractor would be my first choice, but a specialty contractor that has a limit high enough to accommodate the job's pricing would also be a great choice.
a choreographer needs a dance degree for a particular type of dance
I am looking to start a transportation company to transport Medicaid customers. What type of license would be needed to do this?
A college degree is not required for this field.
business license and food handler's permit
Information about what is needed to draft a contractor contract can be found on Legal Zoom. Other websites that include this information include IRS and WiseGeek.
Nope no degree needed, but it doesn't hurt to take a class and get certified.