Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instructions. An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program. Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.
Program Highlights
The Home Inspection Diploma is designed to introduce students to a vast array of practical and technical skills and tools, preparing them for a career in the home inspection industry. This program provides training that links with the professional standards of the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) and the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). This diploma program provides students with:
Knowledge of roof inspections focusing on system performance, safety concerns, and conformity with good construction practice
Comprehension of the structural components of a residential dwelling
The ability to inspect installed heating equipment as well as identify the energy source, type, material, condition, and any safety concerns related to this equipment
Knowledge of cooling systems’ typical defects and how to apply correct inspection techniques
Awareness of the interior water supply and distribution systems
The ability to inspect all aspects of a dwelling’s exterior
The knowledge to build an independent business
The ability to create, write, and deliver reports
The ability to address and effectively resolve disputes
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
* Not all programs are offered at each location.
Career Opportunities
Home Inspection is a fast growing profession. The home inspector takes part in multiple tasks, including the examination and the preparation of a technical report regarding the physical condition of a home. Graduates of this program will be prepared to work in either the private or public sector of the home inspection industry, as well as have an opportunity to become self-employed.
Semester 1
Keyboarding
Minimum 25 words per minute (WPM)
Operating Systems
Basic level of proficiency in a Windows operating system
Word Processing
Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Word
Spreadsheet
Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Office Skills
Internet Fundamentals, Basic Bookkeeping Levels 1 and 2, and basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook
Business Skills
Grammar Essentials for Business Writing and Customer Service
Accounting
QuickBooks Premier
Job Readiness/Employability Skills
Thought Pattern for a Successful Career
Home Inspection & Maintenance
Roofing Inspection, Structure Inspection, Electrical Inspection, Heating Inspection 1 and 2, and Air Conditioning & Heat Pumps Inspection
Semester 2
Home Inspection & Maintenance
Plumbing Inspection, Exterior Inspection, Interior & Insulation Inspection, Communication & Professional practice, and Building Your Home Inspection Business
Program Type:
Diploma
Anticipated salary:
C$31,087 – C$65,194
(Information from PayScale Canada)
Program Duration
40 Weeks
Program Notes:
Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.