Our comprehensive Home Inspection Certificate program is designed to introduce students to a vast array of practical and technical skills required in the field. You will gain the expertise needed to examine the physical condition of residential dwellings and prepare detailed technical reports, helping you launch a successful career in this fast-growing profession.
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The Home Inspection Certificate at Academy of Learning Career College prepares you for a dynamic and fast-growing profession by providing technical training explicitly aligned with the rigorous professional standards of both the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) and the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). This extensive program equips students with the specialized ability to inspect every critical aspect of a residential property, from evaluating the integrity of structural components to assessing installed heating and cooling equipment. Beyond the technical evaluations of roofing, electrical, and plumbing systems, the curriculum is designed to develop the professional soft skills necessary to handle client disputes and arrive at effective resolutions. Crucially, the program also provides the targeted knowledge required to build an independent business, offering a clear pathway to self-employment in the home inspection field.
The Home Inspection certificate prepares students for a career in the home inspection industry through intensive practical and technical skills training. It covers a wide range of essential evaluations, ensuring graduates are ready to conduct thorough physical examinations of properties and write comprehensive technical reports.
Program Highlights
Industry Standards: Provides training aligned with the strict professional standards of both the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) and the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI).
Comprehensive Diagnostics: Learn to identify typical defects in cooling systems and apply the correct inspection techniques to residential properties.
Business Development: Gain the specific knowledge and operational skills required to build an independent business in the home inspection field.
Program Notes
Transparent Costs: Tuition fees are comprehensive and include all required materials and student manuals.
Financial Aid: Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify.
Graduation Requirement: Students must maintain a 75% program average to successfully obtain the certificate.
Prior Experience: Familiarity with construction, engineering, architecture, or property management may be advantageous, but it is not a requirement for admission.
Delivery Method
Integrated Learning: The program utilizes Integrated Learning™ System training, which is facilitated by experienced Academy of Learning College facilitators.
Upon completion of the Home Inspection Certificate program, you will have demonstrated competency in the following key areas:
I. Structural and Exterior Competencies
Roofing: Demonstrate deep knowledge of roof inspections focusing on system performance, safety concerns, and conformity with good construction practice by successfully completing the Roofing Inspection module (3 credits).
Structure & Exterior: Exhibit a clear comprehension of the structural components of a residential dwelling (3.5 credits). Master the ability to inspect all aspects of a dwelling's exterior (2 credits).
II. Mechanical and Systems Expertise
Heating and Cooling: Inspect installed heating equipment and identify the energy source, type, material, condition, and related safety concerns (Heating Inspection 1 and 2, totaling 6 credits). Identify common problems related to cooling and heat pump systems through the Air Conditioning & Heat Pumps Inspection module (2 credits).
Plumbing and Electrical: Demonstrate a thorough awareness of interior water supply and distribution systems and complete rigorous technical training in Plumbing Inspection (4 credits) and Electrical Inspection (3 credits).
Interior & Insulation: Evaluate interior elements and insulation efficiency through the dedicated Interior & Insulation Inspection module (2.5 credits).
III. Professional and Business Skills
Business Operations: Complete the Building Your Home Inspection Business course (3 credits) to ensure compliance with applicable laws, contracts, and business practices.
Professional Practice: Learn to handle client disputes and arrive at effective resolutions through the Communication & Professional Practice module (2 credits).
To be eligible for the Home Inspection certificate program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Education: Possess a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, or qualify for Mature Student Status.
Language Proficiency: Have a good command of the English language and demonstrate the ability to follow detailed instructions.
Assessment: Successfully complete an admissions interview administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program.
Commitment: Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule, with the flexibility to do so at times convenient to them.
The most successful professionals in the home inspection industry typically possess the following key attributes:
Observational and Analytical Mindset: Possess strong observational skills combined with strong analytical skills and a sharp eye for detail.
Physical Capabilities: Have good hand-eye coordination and the necessary physical ability to get into crawl spaces, into attics, and onto roofs safely.
Independence: Display the ability to work well alone utilizing strong research and investigative skills.
Communication: Have an ability to communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing, complemented by patience and organizational skills.
Technical Readiness: Possess basic computer skills to aid in report writing and research.
Home inspection is a fast-growing profession with diverse pathways. Graduates of this program will be fully prepared to work in either the private or public sector of the home inspection industry. Due to the entrepreneurial focus of the training, graduates also have an excellent opportunity to become self-employed and run their own inspection firms.
Duties and Responsibilities Individuals working in the Home Inspection industry perform a wide variety of duties to help home buyers. Their duties typically include:
Physical Examination: Taking part in the examination of the physical condition of a home, including meticulously inspecting residential dwellings and their interior water supply and distribution systems.
Reporting: Preparing highly accurate technical reports detailing the findings of the property examination.
Safety Verification: Ensuring that public health and safety regulations are explicitly met during the evaluation process.
Defect Identification: Identifying any issues relating to the exterior and interior of a home, precisely noting the material, overall condition, and any specific safety concerns.
Compliance: Complying with the applicable laws and regulations, contracts, and business practices related to home inspection.
While familiarity with construction, engineering, architecture, or property management may be advantageous, it is completely optional and is not a requirement to enroll.
The program provides training tightly aligned with the recognized professional standards of the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) and the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI).
Yes. The program is designed not just for technical skills, but includes specific training on how to build an independent business and prepares graduates who want the opportunity to become self-employed.
Yes, working in this field requires the physical ability to get into crawl spaces, into attics, and onto roofs, as well as good hand-eye coordination.
To successfully obtain the certificate, students are required to maintain a 75% program average across all their courses.
