Free Home Inspector Training

Illinois Safe Practices and Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Course General

**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

Illinois Advanced Radon Measurement Service Provider Course Indoor Air Quality

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

Illinois Standards of Practice and Legal Issues for Home Inspectors Course General

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

Inspecting Slate Roofs Course Roofs and Attics

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

Safe Practices for the Home Inspector Course General

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

• Free for non-members
• 4 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

Building Science and Infrared Thermal Imaging for Inspectors Course Building Science

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

Advanced Residential Roof Inspection Course Roofs and Attics

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

How to Inspect Private Drinking Water Wells Course Plumbing

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)
• 29 sections
• 15 quizzes
• 90-question final exam

How to Inspect the Attic, Insulation, Ventilation & Interior Course Interior

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

How to Inspect HVAC Systems Course HVAC

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

How to Inspect the Exterior Course Exterior

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

How to Perform Deck Inspections Course Decks

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

How to Inspect for Moisture Intrusion Course Building Science

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

Structural Issues for Home Inspectors Course Structure

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

How to Perform Roof Inspections Course Roofs and Attics

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

How to Inspect Fireplaces, Stoves, and Chimneys Course General

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
• 4 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

How to Perform Residential Electrical Inspections Course Electrical

The goal of this course is to teach students how to perform electrical inspections on a home. It includes a review of the service entrance, grounding, and electrical safety issues. 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
• 12 sections
• 7 quizzes
• 100-question final exam

Fundamentals of Inspecting the Exterior Course Exterior

The goal of this course is to teach the student the fundamentals of how to inspect the exterior of a house. ICC approved.

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

Advanced Electrical Inspection Training Course Electrical

The goal of this course is to teach how to inspect a residential electrical panel, including identifying common electrical violations, defects and concerns. This course is ICC approved and is part of the four-point inspection certification.

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

Advanced Stucco & EIFS Inspection Training for Inspectors Course Exterior

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to visually inspect a house that has stucco or EIFS exterior covering materials.

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