license renewal

According to 266 CMR 5.01, Licensed Home Inspectors and Associate Home Inspectors are required, as a condition of license renewal, to complete a minimum of 12 contact hours of continuing education hours per renewal cycle. At least four hours of the required continuing education activities shall be dedicated to the 266 CMR regulations including the standards of practice and at least one hour shall be dedicated to professional ethics for each renewal cycle.

266 CMR Regulations/Professional Ethics

This course will provide licensed home inspectors with a review of the most current 266 CMR regulations including the MA Standards of Practice as well as a review of the standards of professional and ethical conduct set forth by the MA Board of Registration of Home Inspectors. Numerous illustrations will be used to teach each system that a home inspector is required to know, identify and report on. (5 contact hours).

Web | 19270| $135
Thursday| 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
10/5/23
Instructor: William Drosehn

Web | 19275 | $135
Tuesday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
11/7/23
Instructor: William Drosehn

Plumbing & Gas/Home Inspection

This course is designed to improve the licensed Home Inspector's understanding of basic principles necessary to recognize problems in plumbing and gas systems in residential properties.  You will be trained to make observations and judgments regarding acceptable installation and operation of systems, as well as requirements for fixtures, materials, water temperature, pipe sizing, and venting.  Basic observations will be made from CMR 248 Fuel Gas and Plumbing Code as it relates to Home Inspection. (2 contact hours).

Web | 19274| $54
Thursday| 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
10/26/23
Instructor: William Drosehn

Note: This course is offered online using video conference program (Zoom) at designated days and times listed above. Internet and webcam required

Legal Aspects, Cases & Practices/Home Inspection

This course will provide licensed professionals with an advanced understanding necessary to avoid the legal pitfalls of performing home inspections. Discussion will focus on the legal ramifications of action taken or not taken by the home inspector while performing inspections. (3 contact hours).

Web | 19271|  $89
Tuesday| 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
10/17/023
Instructor: William Drosehn

Note: This course is offered online using video conference program (Zoom) at designated days and times listed above. Internet and webcam required

Utilizing New Technology/Home Inspection

This course is designed for licensed Home Inspectors. There are many home inspection companies in the market offering quality home inspections. In this business, new technologies may allow inspectors to stay one step ahead of the competition while saving time and money. This class will demonstrate how to improve the quality of both the home inspection and the business by using the latest technology available. Participants will learn about the many software options available, as well as new tools and equipment that assists in running a more accurate and efficient inspection business. (2 contact hours).

Web | 19272| $54
Tuesday| 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
10/24/23
Instructor: William Drosehn

Note: This course is offered online using video conference program (Zoom) at designated days and times listed above. Internet and webcam required.

Mold, Mildew, and Moisture for Home Inspection

This course is designed for the licensed Home Inspectors to provide participants with the basic facts about mold, mildew and moisture. Discussion will focus on the assessment and identification of mold and potential health effects and symptoms associated with exposure. We will also review the practical ways to eliminate and control mold spores in the indoor environment. Participants will take away an understanding of Mold, Mildew and Moisture, and the basic cleanup options that may directly impact the air quality of a residential and commercial structure. (3 contact hours).

Web |19276 | $89
Tuesday | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
11/14/23
Instructor: William Drosehn

Note: This course is offered online using video conference program (Zoom) at designated days and times listed above. Internet and webcam required.

Heating System Review

This course is designed to assist licensed Home Inspectors in understanding and recognizing adequately installed and operating residential heating systems. Discussion will focus on warm air furnaces, boilers, and oil distribution systems. An overview of applicable MA State Code will be addressed as it relates to the Home Inspection process. (2 contact hours).

Web | 19278 | $54
Tuesday| 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
12/12/23
Instructor: William Drosehn

Note: This course is offered online using video conference program (Zoom) at designated days and times listed above. Internet and webcam required.

Report Writing for Home Inspection

This course is designed for licensed Home Inspectors and will use the 266 CMR Regulations as a guide in assisting home inspectors in the development of their required inspection reports. (2 contact hours).

Web | 19277 | $54
Tuesday | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
12/5/2023
Instructor: William A. Drosehn

Note: This course is offered online using video conference program (Zoom) at designated days and times listed above. Internet and webcam required.

Certificate of completion

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be awarded a certificate of completion from the college.