Course Offerings

The Home Inspection Certificate Course covers the principal components, procedures, and processes of home inspection. This course covers the principal components, procedures, and processes of home inspection. This course has also been approved by several home inspector regulatory boards for initial education requirements for home inspector licensure or continuing education credits. It is also one component of the steps required to obtain a NIBI Certified Inspector credential. Through 11 in-depth modules, you will gain insight on the methodologies required to perform a home inspection. You will learn how to inspect and report on heating and cooling systems, plumbing and electrical systems, roof and siding, the foundation, and other major components of a home.

Course Objectives

Learn the purpose, scope, procedures, and standards of practice of a home inspection.

Study methodologies involved in creating a home inspection report.

Learn how to recognize common defects found in residential construction.

Study appropriate reporting methodologies for creating a home inspection report.

Outline of Instruction

Introduction

Roof Systems

Exterior Elements

Structural Systems

Insulation and Ventilation

Interior Elements

Electric Systems Lesson

Plumbing Systems

Heating Systems

Cooling Systems

Hot-water Supply Systems

Contact Hours

200

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

There are no specific prerequisites for this course, but having some working knowledge of residential construction and appraisals is beneficial.

Learning Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A PC is recommended because some features of the course may not work properly on a Mac.

Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. This also includes external references which you are encouraged to study.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

If you are interested in preparing for a career as a Home Inspector, this course is for you!

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Courtney Boney
919-532-5581
[email protected]