Rhode Island Home Inspection Continuing Education Courses
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Rhode Island Home Inspection Packages
12-hour Online Renewal Package
120
- Conventional Heating and Cooling Inspections 6This course focuses on noninvasive inspection of the systems and components referred to as “conventional” heating and cooling. For the purposes of this course, the training focus and learning objectives are for the thorough observation, noninvasive inspection and informative reporting requirements on permanently installed force air, gas-fired, electric-powered central heating and cooling systems, components, and air-to-air heat pumps.
The focus is not simply on the mechanicals of the heating and cooling system cabinet and equipment. Rather, this course emphasizes and expands upon the inspection routine as guided by industry standards of practice, and focuses on safety parameters, effective communication skills for client understanding, and targeting your eyes on the heating and cooling inspection as you turn into the inspection property driveway that first time.
To enhance the learning experience, the course is seasoned with inspection best practices and in-the-field perspective and experience gained over time, to review and reinforce basic home inspection requirements to meet or exceed standards/regulations and client satisfaction.
- Ethical Practice for Home Inspectors 2This course will review the fundamental standards and codes of ethics for the profession practice of home inspection. It will cover information from national and international home inspection associations which governs home inspections. Case studies will be discussed to supplement the training. Strategies will be outlined to assist the professional to make ethical decisions when faced with a conflict. Periodic assessments will be included throughout the course to check for understanding.
- Fireplace Inspections 2This course will discuss statutory regulations concerning fireplace and chimney inspections, as well as the elements of fireplaces, chimneys, and wood burning stoves. We will discuss the proper methods of construction, installation, maintenance, and safety considerations necessary to enhance a home inspection and provide an increased level of comfort for your clients.
- Inspection of Foundations 2After exploring the exterior of the home, the home inspector should examine the foundation of the residence. Since the foundation supports the weight of the entire structure; this area of the building must be constructed under strict adherence to all applicable building codes and undergo rigorous safety inspections. Foundation problems can cause plumbing leaks, squeaky and uneven floors, sticking doors and windows, and cracked walls. This course will identify the factors that affect foundation design and the types of materials and components used in foundations. In addition, this course will specify inspection items for foundation problems and indicate methods used in foundation repair and retrofitting.
Rhode Island Home Inspection Courses
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Ethical Practice for Home Inspectors
Online
Mandatory
2
4.3
44 Ratings
22
Ethical Practice for Home Inspectors
22
4.3
44 Ratings
Online
Mandatory
2
This course will review the fundamental standards and codes of ethics for the profession practice of home inspection. It will cover information from national and international home inspection associations which governs home inspections. Case studies will be discussed to supplement the training. Strategies will be outlined to assist the professional to make ethical decisions when faced with a conflict. Periodic assessments will be included throughout the course to check for understanding.
Online
Mandatory
2
EC-272
Conventional Heating and Cooling Inspections
Online
Elective
6
4.5
226 Ratings
66
Conventional Heating and Cooling Inspections
66
4.5
226 Ratings
Online
Elective
6
This course focuses on noninvasive inspection of the systems and components referred to as “conventional” heating and cooling. For the purposes of this course, the training focus and learning objectives are for the thorough observation, noninvasive inspection and informative reporting requirements on permanently installed force air, gas-fired, electric-powered central heating and cooling systems, components, and air-to-air heat pumps.
The focus is not simply on the mechanicals of the heating and cooling system cabinet and equipment. Rather, this course emphasizes and expands upon the inspection routine as guided by industry standards of practice, and focuses on safety parameters, effective communication skills for client understanding, and targeting your eyes on the heating and cooling inspection as you turn into the inspection property driveway that first time.
To enhance the learning experience, the course is seasoned with inspection best practices and in-the-field perspective and experience gained over time, to review and reinforce basic home inspection requirements to meet or exceed standards/regulations and client satisfaction.
The focus is not simply on the mechanicals of the heating and cooling system cabinet and equipment. Rather, this course emphasizes and expands upon the inspection routine as guided by industry standards of practice, and focuses on safety parameters, effective communication skills for client understanding, and targeting your eyes on the heating and cooling inspection as you turn into the inspection property driveway that first time.
To enhance the learning experience, the course is seasoned with inspection best practices and in-the-field perspective and experience gained over time, to review and reinforce basic home inspection requirements to meet or exceed standards/regulations and client satisfaction.
Online
Elective
6
EC-219
Exterior Inspections: Siding, Garages, and Carports
Online
Elective
3
4.6
253 Ratings
33
Exterior Inspections: Siding, Garages, and Carports
33
4.6
253 Ratings
Online
Elective
3
In order to examine the exterior of a home properly, the inspector must observe the grading, landscaping, walkways, driveways, and retaining walls on the property. In addition, many homes have a garage or carport to accommodate at least one car which also requires inspection. Garages are often attached to the home and may or may not have living space above them. Sometimes they are detached structures, which are inspected in the same way as the home. The first part of this course will cover the inspection of the exterior of the house and the second part discusses all aspects of a garage and carport and the important inspection points that exist for these spaces.
Online
Elective
3
EC-220
Fireplace Inspections
Online
Elective
2
4.7
200 Ratings
22
Fireplace Inspections
22
4.7
200 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
This course will discuss statutory regulations concerning fireplace and chimney inspections, as well as the elements of fireplaces, chimneys, and wood burning stoves. We will discuss the proper methods of construction, installation, maintenance, and safety considerations necessary to enhance a home inspection and provide an increased level of comfort for your clients.
Online
Elective
2
EC-221
Framing Inspections: Floors, Walls, and Roof
Online
Elective
3
4.6
259 Ratings
33
Framing Inspections: Floors, Walls, and Roof
33
4.6
259 Ratings
Online
Elective
3
A properly built house offers protection against the weather and provides structural stability. Floors may be concrete slab, suspended wood, or steel joist systems. Walls may be framed using wood, wood structural panels, steel, structural masonry, conventional concrete, insulating concrete forms, rammed earth, or straw bales, and include openings. Types of framing that are used to construct houses include platform, balloon, and panelized framing. A roof may be constructed using traditional stick framing, prefabricated trusses, or steel components.
A home inspector must have a basic understanding of how a house is built in order to detect deviations from accepted building practices and codes.
A home inspector must have a basic understanding of how a house is built in order to detect deviations from accepted building practices and codes.
Online
Elective
3
EC-222
Home Inspection: Getting Started and Creating an Inspection Report
Online
Elective
1.5
17
Home Inspection: Getting Started and Creating an Inspection Report
17
Online
Elective
1.5
A home inspection involves a noninvasive, physical examination all of the components and systems of a home, including their function and condition. Most often, a client hires a home inspector to conduct an inspection if the client is considering purchasing the home. A home inspector physically inspects homes and creates a report on the overall condition of the home. This course will distinguish between the different types of inspections and identify the items to be inspected. The course will also cover home inspection rules and regulations and identify ways to reduce the home inspector’s liability. In addition, this course will discuss procedures for composing and delivering an inspection report and identify ways to build a rapport with clients.
Online
Elective
1.5
EC-223
Inspecting Water Heaters
Online
Elective
2
4.5
72 Ratings
22
Inspecting Water Heaters
22
4.5
72 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
The purpose of this course is to prepare home inspectors to confidently perform water heater evaluations and properly present their findings to their clients. In this course, we will discuss the following: different types of water heaters, how each type of system operates, individual components of each type of system, how to perform an inspection properly, and how to present your findings to the customer.
Online
Elective
2
EC-224
Inspection of Foundations
Online
Elective
2
4.6
381 Ratings
22
Inspection of Foundations
22
4.6
381 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
After exploring the exterior of the home, the home inspector should examine the foundation of the residence. Since the foundation supports the weight of the entire structure; this area of the building must be constructed under strict adherence to all applicable building codes and undergo rigorous safety inspections. Foundation problems can cause plumbing leaks, squeaky and uneven floors, sticking doors and windows, and cracked walls. This course will identify the factors that affect foundation design and the types of materials and components used in foundations. In addition, this course will specify inspection items for foundation problems and indicate methods used in foundation repair and retrofitting.
Online
Elective
2
EC-225
Inspection of Plumbing Systems
Online
Elective
2
4.6
173 Ratings
22
Inspection of Plumbing Systems
22
4.6
173 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
Plumbing is a vital system for the occupants of a house. Without it, a house’s inhabitants would not have access to water or a means to dispose of waste. A house’s plumbing is the system of pipes and connected fixtures that enables clean water to enter the house and used water and sewage to exit the house. Residential plumbing consists of two separate systems: the aseptic system and the septic system. This course will define the characteristics of the aseptic and septic systems and discuss the various types of pipes used in each system. Additionally, the course will discuss the requirements for water heaters, venting requirements, and fixtures.
Online
Elective
2
EC-226
Interior Inspections
Online
Elective
1
4.7
146 Ratings
17
Interior Inspections
17
4.7
146 Ratings
Online
Elective
1
The interior of the house refers to the finishes of interior walls, ceilings, floors, doors, counters, cabinets, and stairs. The condition of the house’s interior usually indicates the overall quality of the home and the homeowner’s commitment to its maintenance. The home inspector should inspect the interior of the house for clues to possible problems like water leaks and structural issues. This course will list the aspects of inspecting interior walls and ceilings and identify the components of flooring. The course will detail deficiencies to look for when performing an interior inspection including methods for inspecting doors, windows, and weather stripping.
Online
Elective
1
EC-227
Introduction to Inspecting Built-In Appliances
Online
Elective
1
17
Introduction to Inspecting Built-In Appliances
17
Online
Elective
1
The appliances that are a permanent part of the home, such as cook tops, vent hoods, ovens, trash compactors, dishwashers, and garbage disposals, should be evaluated during a home inspection. If, as a part of the sale of a home, the buyer negotiates with the seller to include freestanding items, such as refrigerators or washing machines, you will probably be asked to include these items in the inspection. This course will list considerations of inspecting appliances and common features of appliances. In addition, the course will list appliances typically included in a home inspection and identify their reportable deficiencies.
Online
Elective
1
EC-228
Introduction to Inspecting Cooling Systems
Online
Elective
1
4.7
109 Ratings
17
Introduction to Inspecting Cooling Systems
17
4.7
109 Ratings
Online
Elective
1
Keeping a house cool during hot summer days is vital to the comfort of a house’s occupants. This may be accomplished by using one of the many types of available cooling systems, each of which uses a refrigerant or water to transfer the heat from the indoor air to the outdoors. A cooling system may be combined with a heating system or may be a separate system. These systems may be mounted in attics, closets, windows, or through exterior walls.
This course focuses on the systems that are used most frequently in today’s homes. These include central air conditioning systems, heat pumps, window and through- wall units, and evaporative coolers.
This course focuses on the systems that are used most frequently in today’s homes. These include central air conditioning systems, heat pumps, window and through- wall units, and evaporative coolers.
Online
Elective
1
EC-229
Introduction to Inspecting Heating Systems
Online
Elective
2
4.3
33 Ratings
22
Introduction to Inspecting Heating Systems
22
4.3
33 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
Heat energy can be transferred by conduction, convection, and radiation. Conduction is the transfer of heat from one molecule to another and only happens in solid materials. Convection is the transfer of heat via a moving fluid. Radiation occurs when certain energy waves strike an object, are absorbed, and turn to heat.
There are many types of heating systems, and they all are categorized based on the source of thermal energy they use to generate heat. Sources of thermal energy include natural gas, oil, electricity, solar energy, geothermal energy, and wood. This course will exam various sources of heat and identify ways to transfer heat energy. In addition, the course will specify characteristics of various heating systems including freestanding and area heating systems.
There are many types of heating systems, and they all are categorized based on the source of thermal energy they use to generate heat. Sources of thermal energy include natural gas, oil, electricity, solar energy, geothermal energy, and wood. This course will exam various sources of heat and identify ways to transfer heat energy. In addition, the course will specify characteristics of various heating systems including freestanding and area heating systems.
Online
Elective
2
EC-230
Pests and Environmental Hazards
Online
Elective
1
4.7
106 Ratings
17
Pests and Environmental Hazards
17
4.7
106 Ratings
Online
Elective
1
A home inspector should recognize problems in the home that are related to insects and animal infestations, because these home invaders can weaken the structural members of the home and make it uninhabitable. In addition, home inspectors may encounter problems caused by biological contaminants (fungi) or environmental hazards. Specialized training is required to evaluate deficiencies caused by pests, fungi, and environmental hazards. Yet, a knowledgeable and alert home inspector can add value to his or her services by being able to report evidence of the presence of any of these problems. This course will identify characteristics of insects that may infest a house and list animals that may damage a house, as well as evidence of their presence. In addition, this course will list characteristics of biological contaminants and name environmental hazards that may affect a house.
Online
Elective
1
EC-232
Phased Inspections from the Ground Up
Online
Elective
3
33
Phased Inspections from the Ground Up
33
Online
Elective
3
Learn about problems with new homes that are not necessarily code violations, yet have serious consequences for the new homeowner.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Gain extensive information on residential home inspection and construction for the entire building process
- Review site preparation, footings and foundations, framing systems, insulation and ventilation, HVAC, and mechanical systems
- Solidify your understanding through course drawings and photographs that illustrate the construction process
Online
Elective
3
EC-418
Structural Home Inspections
Online
Elective
2
4.4
84 Ratings
22
Structural Home Inspections
22
4.4
84 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
This course will focus on the structural homeinspection using the American Society of Home Inspectors’ (ASHI) standards asan outline for topics. The course will discuss details for the exterior,interior and structure inspection, and will use examples of common componentsand defects as training tools. We will also discuss reporting defects in orderto communicate findings accurately to the customer and limit your liability.
Online
Elective
2
EC-234
The Complete Roof Inspection
Online
Elective
4
44
The Complete Roof Inspection
44
Online
Elective
4
The Complete Roof System Inspection course is a comprehensive study of the requirements for a thorough Roof System Inspection as it applies to the Home Inspection Industry and meeting client expectations for an all-inclusive conditional assessment of the roof under inspection. Client perception and expectations of what a roof inspection is and what it addresses will vary. Home Inspectors need to assure what we do and how we do it is well communicated to meet and exceed industry standards and the needs of the client. This study will address the – what and how – for sloped and flat roof residential structures utilizing asphalt / plastic / rubber membrane composition coverings, tile (concrete and clay), metal, wood, slate, and unique composite coverings. We will identify failures and defects (common and unique) to roof covering materials, to include environmental issues and storm damage that accelerate roof surface degradation. Included will be inspection reporting tips and tricks for inspecting the exterior and interior of conventional roof framing (rafters), unique bracing systems, as well as truss networks.
The information – examples – recommendations provided will be useful in the reporting process, designed to up the professional Home Inspectors Roof Inspection routine, and assist in providing the client with clear information necessary to understand the general condition of the roof and next steps related to observed deficiencies for the buying process.
The information – examples – recommendations provided will be useful in the reporting process, designed to up the professional Home Inspectors Roof Inspection routine, and assist in providing the client with clear information necessary to understand the general condition of the roof and next steps related to observed deficiencies for the buying process.
Online
Elective
4
EC-303
The Components of Electrical Systems
Online
Elective
2
4.6
257 Ratings
22
The Components of Electrical Systems
22
4.6
257 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
Because so much of the home is affected by electricity, the home inspector must have a basic understanding of electricity. As always, safety is of paramount importance when dealing with this potentially dangerous form of power. This course will detail the basic electrical concepts and components. Additionally, the course will discuss how electricity is generated, transmitted, and delivered and identify the methods of wiring. The course will also indicate the elements of inspecting the service box/panel, including electrical protection devices, grounding, and bonding. Lastly, this course will determine the aspects of inspecting electrical fixtures.
Online
Elective
2
EC-235
The Importance of Insulation
Online
Elective
1
4.4
53 Ratings
17
The Importance of Insulation
17
4.4
53 Ratings
Online
Elective
1
Insulation has no moving parts and most of it is not visible once it is installed. Although insulation is not glamorous, it is very important. An occupant’s comfort within a home, and the cost of maintaining that comfort level, is determined by how well the habitable space of a home is insulated. Further, the integrity and condition of a home are influenced by the effectiveness of the insulating system. This course presents the basics of heat transfer and the characteristics of energy. In addition, the course discusses in detail the four components of a home insulating system: insulation, air leakage prevention, moisture control, and ventilation.
Online
Elective
1
EC-236
Understanding the Anatomy of Construction Defects
Online
Elective
2
4.4
166 Ratings
22
Understanding the Anatomy of Construction Defects
22
4.4
166 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
This course willteach the student how to successfully understand how to prevent, recognize, and resolve construction defects is of value to many different stakeholders. Through completion of this course, participants will be better equipped to handle construction defects at all stages of the process.
Online
Elective
2
EC-237
Water Management: Proper Grading and Drainage Slopes from Foundations
Online
Elective
1
4.1
37 Ratings
17
Water Management: Proper Grading and Drainage Slopes from Foundations
17
4.1
37 Ratings
Online
Elective
1
This course will examine the importance of proper grading and drainage slopes for foundations as it pertains to home inspections. Many defects observed during home inspections could have been completely avoided if simple preventative measures would have been taken. Many of these issues are often caused by poor water management. This course will discuss proper proper grading and drainage for homes and explain water diversion repairs and preventative measures to ensure water relief.
Online
Elective
1
EC-238
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