Free Home Inspector Training

In this course for real estate professionals, the student will learn what really matters in a home inspection; how a home inspection is conducted; how a home works; what problems in a house look like; how to fix house problems; and how to maintain a home. This course fulfills the 1 hour Illinois Sexual Harassment requirement.

• Free for non-members
• 6 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 22 sections
• 13 quizzes
• 1-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach Illinois real estate professionals how to help their clients in saving money by saving home energy.

• Free for non-members
• 2 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 22 sections
• 5 quizzes
• 1-question final exam

**To earn the four credit hours of continuing education, this course's final exam must be proctored** Learn how to communicate, resolve issues, and identify, prevent, and react to sexual harassment in the workplace.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 10 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 29 sections
• 19 quizzes
• 25-question final exam

This course trains individuals to become certified radon measurement providers in Illinois with the IEMA.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 28 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 25 sections
• 13 quizzes
• 120-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach inspectors about the Illinois Standards of Practice and legal issues for licensed home inspectors in Illinois. This course is currently not approved with the state.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 3 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 13 sections
• 4 quizzes
• 30-question final exam

The goal of this online video training course is to teach home and commercial building inspectors the principles of building science and the application of thermal imaging with infrared camera technology. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 5 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 7 sections
• 50-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach good practices related to inspecting systems and components in private wells. It is intended to raise the awareness and understanding of the importance of well water quality and safety. Learning and understanding these standards will allow the inspector to effectively recognize defects in condition and installation of well components and systems. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 12 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 30 sections
• 15 quizzes
• 90-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach the inspectors how to inspect the roof-covering system of a home and identify roof defects from manufacturing, installation, natural weathering, and wind and hail damage.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 22 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 27 sections
• 19 quizzes
• 60-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach the home inspector how to perform an inspection of a slate roof. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 3 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• 30-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach students how to perform an inspection of the attic, insulation, ventilation and interior of a house. This course also covers information on skylights.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 14 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 35 sections
• 12 quizzes
• 60-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach the student how to inspect the HVAC system, including the heating, cooling and fireplace. It includes a review of the components of common HVAC systems that may be present during a residential inspection, including warm-air, hydronic, steam and electric heating systems; air conditioning systems; and heat pump systems. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 12 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 31 sections
• 8 quizzes
• 75-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach the student how to inspect the exterior systems and components of a home. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 16 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 41 sections
• 18 quizzes
• 60-question final exam

This course teaches the inspector to perform residential and commercial wood deck inspections. It includes a review of all common deck defects. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 3 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 16 sections
• 5 quizzes
• 25-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach the student how to identify and report on moisture intrusion in homes and commercial buildings. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 8 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 10 sections
• 5 quizzes
• 50-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach 25 building standards and good practices related to inspecting systems and components in a residential dwelling. It is intended to raise the awareness and understanding of numerous building standards and good practices. Learning and understanding these standards will allow the inspector to effectively recognize defects in condition and installation.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 36 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 10 sections
• 6 quizzes
• 75-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach inspectors how to perform an inspection of the plumbing system of a home. It includes a review of leaks, inadequate water supplies, water contamination, and incorrect installations of components. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 8 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 21 sections
• 13 quizzes
• 70-question final exam

This course teaches the inspector how to be safe on an inspection. This course is ICC-approved.

• Free for non-members
• 49 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 18 sections
• 13 quizzes
• 35-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach inspectors how to inspect the structural systems and components of a home.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 4 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 11 sections
• 3 quizzes
• 40-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach inspectors how to inspect the roof-covering system of a home. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 4 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 14 sections
• 8 quizzes
• 100-question final exam

The goal of this course is to teach inspectors how to inspect fireplaces, stoves and chimneys. ICC approved.

• Available to non-members for a fee
• 46 approved credit hours (may be different in your state - see course approvals below)
• Required for Certified Professional Inspector certification
• 17 sections
• 12 quizzes
• 60-question final exam