PHII students who enroll in the distance course can attend a free,
1-day field training lab at our training facility in Madison, South Dakota, the third Saturday of every other month
(call to reserve space), or attend a lab in other areas of the country for an additional fee.* Our labs include
a live, hands-on property inspection and time working on home inspection reports. While lab training is not generally
a requirement for certification, it's another reason why students choose PHII.
If you live in Illinois, Kentucky, or Florida, the state home inspector law requires you
to attend a lab in addition to our state-approved pre-license course before being licensed. You have the option
of attending our free lab training in Madison, South Dakota to fulfill this requirement. We also travel to other
areas to hold labs for an additional fee. All labs include hands-on property inspections. Labs can be taken at
any time during or after your training. Please call to request a lab well
in advance. We schedule labs when there are at least three requests.
PLEASE CALL AT LEAST 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!
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Illinois Labs (additional fee)
Our field lab in Illinois takes place in Mt. Prospect, a suburb of
Chicago a few miles from O'Hare Airport. Mt. Prospect is an excellent place to stay if you plan to bring the family
for a Chicago-area vacation. We typically meet at the Country Inns and Suites on S. Elmhurst Rd., right
off I-90.
We have had students from a number of states attend this lab
which provides you with hands-on experience inspecting an MLS-listed vacant home. Your PHII instructors have passed
the Illinois state test and are well-qualified to help you prepare for your licensing test.
South Dakota Labs
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If you live out of the area and wish to travel to Madison, South Dakota to attend a free lab, we can help you plan
the best method of air or ground travel. We are familiar with the airlines and rental services that service this
area, so please call us before making permanent travel reservations as we may be able to help you find the best
routes to take or the most economical fares.
Lodging
Below is a list of lodging facilities in the Madison area. Some offer discounts if you tell them you are attending
the Professional Home Inspection Institute.
Hotels in Madison, SD (0 mi.)
AmericInn (605) 256-3076
Lake Park Motel (605) 256-3524
Super 8 (605) 256-6931
Hotels in Howard, SD (21 mi.)
Freddy's Motel (605) 772-4531
Pheasant Hunting Lodges (25 mi.)
Spring Lake Hunting Lodge
Oldham, SD (605) 482-8000
Gaming Casinos (31 mi.)
Royal River Casino and Hotel
Flandreau, SD (877) 912-5825
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Benefit: PHII graduates also receive free
membership in NSHI, the National Society of Home Inspectors, one of only four
national non-profit home inspector associations in the U.S. and a requirement
for some states.
*Reservation by phone is required for free
labs. Labs in Chicago require a $299 pre-payment. PHII's courses are approved and accredited
by numerous states, professional associations, and insurance providers.
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