Home Inspector Certification Course
Hours:
90 | Type: Online | Details
This home inspector certification course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides your PHII Home Inspector Certification.
The course teaches the basic fundamentals of home inspection in compliance with national standards of practice.
You will learn exactly how to inspect a home and how to complete a home inspection report. Some of the features
include online flashcards and testing, deluxe manual, videos, inspection forms and toll free support.
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Advanced Continuing Ed. Home Inspector Course
Hours:
32 | Type: Online |
Details
This home inspection course, also available in separate 8-hour online modules, teaches the advanced information
that home inspectors need to know to prepare for state and national exams or to fulfill continuing education requirements.
Some of the features include online flashcards and testing, videos, inspection forms and toll free support.
- Module 1: (8 Hours) - Structure, Exterior, Roofing
- Module 2: (8 Hours) - Plumbing and Electric
- Module 3: (8 Hours) - Heating and Air Conditioning
- Module 4: (8 Hours) - Interiors and Report Methods
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Defect Recognition Course
Hours:
8 | Type: Online |
Details
This home inspection course contains over 275 photos of residential defects found in homes across the country,
arranged by category. Each image appears on a online flash card, which asks you to identify the defect and the
proper course of action. You then click the flash card to see the answer. This course is useful for inspectors
from every level of experience. It can also be used to fulfill continuing education requirements.
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Simple Home Construction Course
Hours:
8 | Type: Online |
Details
The course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides an overview of how typical single family dwellings have been
constructed during the last century. It follows the basic order of home construction from the foundation to the
framing to elements of the interior rough-in, identifying important components and how they are assembled. The
course focuses on the major elements that are most important to residential home inspectors. This course will help
new inspectors quickly learn the basics of how a home is constructed and the name and location of each component.
It is also a good refresher course for professionals who want to brush up on home construction or complete continuing
education requirements.
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House Framing Course
Hours:
45 | Type: Online |
Details
The course, available online and on CD-ROM, teaches you all the types of house framing you are likely to encounter
as a home inspector, along with how to distinguish one type of framing from another and where to look for defects.
Most house framing is only visible from unfinished areas, making it difficult to spot defects unless you have a
solid knowledge of framing. As you complete each lesson, you will use interactive flash cards and take practice
quizzes that will test and verify your knowledge simultaneously through instant online feedback. When you finish
the course you will feel more confident and informed about all areas of house framing.
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Marketing & Business Development Course
Hours: 12 | Type: Online |
Details
PHII's 12-hour marketing and business development course will show you exactly what you need to do to get your
new business up and running. You will learn what works (and what doesn't), so you can save time and money while
quickly growing your business. During the course you will learn how to design a marketing plan that meets your
business goals. You will also learn sales strategies and the confidence needed to build a referral network for
long-term success.
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Manufactured/Mobile Home Course
Hours:
16 | Type: Online |
Details
Manufactured homes (called mobile homes prior to 1976) is one of the fastest growing home inspection markets today.
This course, available online and on CD-ROM, teaches you how to inspect a manufactured home compared to a traditional
site-built home. Some important points include bracing and support systems, 4-wire electrical services, plumbing,
wind/load/thermal zone ratings, metal roofing, skirting, under wrap, and construction methods. Includes Manufactured
Home Inspection Report Forms.
Pool and Spa Inspection Course
Hours:
14 | Type: Online |
Details
This course covers residential pool and spa inspection including in ground and above ground pools, hot tubs and
larger portable pools. You will learn how to conduct a limited inspection of liners, decking and coping, plumbing,
mechanical, electrical, heating systems and pool safety. This course will enable home inspectors and other professionals
to expand their knowledge and provide useful information to the client and perform the inspection as an ancillary
service.
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Wind Mitigation Course
Hours:
3 | Type: Online |
Details
This course shows home inspectors how to perform Wind/Hurricane Mitigation inspections and expand their business
into this thriving field. The course teaches wind mitigation inspections as they relate to the housing and construction
industry. You will learn how to conduct a Florida-compliant wind mitigation inspection that can lower your client's
insurance rate. This course will enable home inspectors and other professionals to expand their knowledge and provide
useful information to the client and perform the inspection as an ancillary service.
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Residential Mold Inspector Certification Course
Hours:
90 | Type: Online |
Details
This certification course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides your Certified Residential Mold Inspector (CRMI)
certification. You will learn how to perform mold inspections in compliance with national standards of practice,
including the use of sampling equipment such as air cassettes, tape lifts, and swab kits. Perfect for adding mold
inspection services to your home inspection business, or if you want to start an independent mold inspection business.
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Commercial Mold Inspector Certification
Hours:
16 | Type: Online |
Details
This certification course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides your Certified Commercial Mold Inspector (CCMI)
certification. While most mold inspections are residential, there is a growing market for inspecting commercial
property including office buildings, warehouses, shopping centers, apartment complexes, and multi-unit properties
where owners or potential buyers are seeking to protect their investments. This course can be taken after obtaining
your CRMI certification and is another excellent way to expand your business services.
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Mold Remediation Certification Course
Hours:
40 | Type: Online |
Details
This certification course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides your Certified Mold Remediator (CMR) certification.
As a certified mold remediator, you can expand your business by cleaning and correcting mold problems found in
homes and businesses. The course takes you step-by-step through mold remediation protocols including developing
a project plan, pricing, clean-up, and repairs. Take the next step by providing this much-needed service to clients.
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Mold Remediation Protocols Course
Hours: 16 | Type: Online |
Details
This protocols course, available online and on CD-ROM, teaches the safe work practices recommended by the New York
City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Guidelines on Assessment and Remediation of Fungi in Indoor
Environments, and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) S520 Standard and
Reference Guide for Mold Remediation. This continuing education course will help you compare both organizations
and determine which set of mold remediation protocols make the most sense for your business to follow.
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Mold Basics: Safety, Assessment, Reporting & Standards
Hours:
16 | Type: Online |
Details
The course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides an overview of how mold exposure can affect health, where
mold grows in homes and how a mold inspector reports on it. The course also explains the National Association of
Mold Remediator and Inspectors (NAMRI) Standards of Practice. Mold Basics is a good introduction for home inspectors
and others in the real estate field who may want to expand into indoor air quality (IAQ) inspections or later pursue
mold certification. The course is approved for continuing education by the state of Florida to fulfill the 14 CECs
required for mold assessor and mold remediator license renewal.
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Environmental Hazards Course
Hours: 8 | Type: Online |
Details
The course, available online and on CD-ROM, is an introduction to environmental hazards as they relate to the construction industry.
Each lesson identifies a specific hazard, how to recognize it, how people become exposed to it, how to test
for it, and ways to mitigate the problem. After completing the course, you will be more aware of the environmental risks
that exist and how to protect yourself and others. You will also learn if a license or certification is required
to conduct professional testing or abatement services for clients. The course is accepted for continuing education
by most home inspector associations.
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Structural Pest Inspector Course
Hours: 24
| Type: Online |
Details
This course, available online and on CD-ROM, is designed to meet the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification
standards for Structural Pest Inspections. Add a profitable new service to your business by conducting wood destroying
organism inspections or applying pesticides. Some of the features include obtaining your pest identification number,
online flashcards and testing, and toll free support. Note: You can also purchase
discounted
Pest Inspection Report software.
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Radon Measurement Course
Hours:
16 | Type: Online |
Details
Add radon measurement to your business with this 16-hour certification course, available online and on CD-ROM.
Learn the fundamentals of radon exposure along with the proper techniques for measuring and reporting concentrations
in buildings. Includes assistance in coordinating and scheduling the recommended
National Radon Safety Board (NRSB) exam. Some of the features include online flashcards and
testing, video clips, online access, certificate and toll free support. Includes Radon Inspection Forms & Checklists
.
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Level 1 Infrared Thermographer Course
Hours:
60 | Type: Online |
Details
This certification course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides your Level 1 ASNT-Compliant Thermographer certification.
You will learn how to properly use an infrared camera for a variety of diagnostic, monitoring, and predictive maintenance
applications in commercial, industrial and building environments. The course follows the recommended training guidelines
established by the American Society for Non-Destructive Testing (ASNT). The course includes a DVD that takes you
through a complete infrared property survey, and another DVD that contains a quick-start guide for your infrared
business.
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Level 1 Infrared Building Surveyor Course
Hours:
100 | Type: Online |
Details
This certification course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides your Level I Thermographer Certification, Level
1 Building Surveyor, Moisture Surveyor, and Energy Surveyor Certifications in one course. You will learn how to
properly use an infrared camera for a variety of uses and how to prepare and deliver a professional infrared energy
loss and/or moisture survey report. You will learn the process for investigating and positively identifying many
different types of energy loss including insulation deficiencies, bypasses, air infiltration, thermal bridging,
and HVAC system problems. You will aso learn how to locate and positively identify water infiltration problems
in buildings. The course follows the recommended training guidelines established by the American Society for Non-Destructive
Testing (ASNT). The course includes a DVD that takes you through a complete infrared property survey, and another
DVD that contains a quick-start guide for your infrared business.
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Infrared Moisture Survey Course
Hours:
24 | Type: Online |
Details
This certification course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides your Infrared Moisture Surveyor Certification.
Providing thermal moisture surveys helps identify the source and full extent of hidden water damage and moisture
that cannot be discovered by other non-destructive inspections. A professional infrared moisture survey report
can be used to help estimate repairs, to guide those writing mold remediation plans, or to document expensive water
damage claims for insurance policies. This course is a recommended addition to Level 1 thermographer training and
is an excellent way to expand your business services.
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Infrared Energy Loss Survey Course
Hours:
32 | Type: Online |
Details
This certification course, available online and on CD-ROM, provides your Infrared Energy Surveyor Certification.
Providing thermal energy loss surveys helps identify the source of insulation and air infiltration problems that
cause high energy bills, discomfort, and other problems. A professional infrared energy loss survey report can
be used to help correct defective insulation, to seal thermal bypasses, or to document claims for building warranties.
This course is a recommended addition to Level 1 thermographer training and is an excellent way to expand your
business services.
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Energy Audit Diagnostics Course
Hours:
20 | Type: Online |
Details
The Energy Audit Diagnostics Course shows you how to assess the condition of a home's thermal envelope, test for
air leaks, check for gaps in insulation and advise homeowners on which improvements will pay off over time. You
will also learn the use of infrared thermal imaging cameras, blower doors, and other equipment used by weatherization
professionals. This course is one of four courses needed for energy auditor certification.
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Weatherization and Insulation Remediation Course
Hours: 20 | Type: Online |
Details
The Weatherization and Insulation Remediation Course will give you the training you need to weatherize, insulate
and improve the overall energy efficiency of homes. The course covers insulation used during the last 100 years
and will not only teach you how to identify insulation defects, but will also show you ways to remediate insulation
problems.
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Manufactured Homes Insulation Course
Hours:
12 | Type: Online |
Details
This course covers weatherization for manufactured homes, the only type of housing construction in the U.S. that
is regulated by federal law. Because every manufactured home is unique, the specific measures for a home will be
those that are cost-effective and achieve the most improvement in overall energy efficiency. This course also provides
instructions on how to properly perform insulation remediation in manufactured homes.
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Residential Appliance Efficiency Course
Hours:
10 | Type: Online |
Details
This Residential Appliance Efficiency Course covers the ENERGY STAR program and EnergyGuide labels as well as residential
systems and home appliances that present opportunities for energy savings. Upon completion of this course, you
will have the information and resources needed to advise homeowners on steps they can take to reduce their annual
energy costs.
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Home Inspector Classroom Certification Course
Days: 6-12 | Type:
Classroom |
Details
This 6-day classroom course, offered at our training center in Madison, South Dakota, is designed to help fulfill
pre-license education requirements for states that do not accept online courses. One advantage of PHII's training
system is that students are provided with the interactive home study course in advance as homework. This allows
students to learn the easy part at home and spend more classroom time learning detailed information.
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Home Inspector Field Training Lab
Days: 1 | Type:
Field |
Details
Home inspector field training lab at our school in Madison, South Dakota (free for PHII students), or in the Chicago
Illinois-area for an additional fee. Our labs include a live, hands-on property inspection and time working on
home inspection reports. PHII students from all over the U.S. and Canada have attend this training.
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Weatherization Field Lab
Days:
1 | Type: Field |
Details
Weatherization and Enery Audit field training lab at our school in Madison, South Dakota. Our labs include a property
inspection, use of infrared cameras and blower doors, and instruction on different reporting methods. PHII students
from all over the U.S. and Canada have attended this training.
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