Home Inspector Continuing Professional Education (CPE) is education specific to the process by which an inspector visually examines the readily accessible systems and components of a home and which describes those systems and components in accordance with Standards of Practice. In Alabama, the required 15 hours of CPE must be completed through a board approved provider such as ICA.
Alabama Home Inspection Online Continuing Education Courses
Alabama home inspectors are required to complete 15 hours of continuing education every year. ICA Offers all 15 hours through online, self-paced CE Courses in the table below.
Applicant shall present proof of the following:
(1) Completion of 15 hours of approved continuing education per year. Licensees must RETAIN proof of this requirement
for three years. The DCM will RANDOMLY audit licensees for proof that continuing education was completed. (Students will get a certificate listing completed hours upon passing each AL Home Inspector CE course)
(2) For Alabama Home Inspector renewals, 15 hours of continuing education are required.
Returning Continuing
Education Students
| Self-Paced Online Courses | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Responsibilities and Ethics | 2 | $22.00Add to cart |
| Inspecting Electrical | 8 | $88.00Add to cart |
| Inspecting the Exterior | 4 | $44.00Add to cart |
| A Focus on Plumbing Systems | 5 | $55.00Add to cart |
| Advanced Heating Systems Inspection | 6 | $66.00Add to cart |
| Inspecting Roof Components | 4 | $44.00Add to cart |
| Inspecting Structural Components | 4 | $44.00Add to cart |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alabama Home Inspectors can complete all 15 Continuing Education Hours Online with ICA.
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How do these courses work?
To complete our online courses, follow these simple steps:
- Purchase the courses that you would like complete.
- Log in to your online course portal, and complete your courses at your own pace. You may start and stop the courses as often as you’d like–your progress will be saved.
- Pass the course quizzes. Don’t worry–you can take the quizzes as often as needed.
- Download your certificate of completion for your records.
Do you report my inspector CE hours to the state of Alabama?
No. Once you complete a course, you will report your hours to the Alabama Department of Finance/Division of Construction Management when you are ready to renew your license.
What should I do if my license is expired?
You must contact the AL Home Inspectors / EIFS Inspectors Licensing Division. Phyllis Stallworth is the Departmental Program Manager.
What is considered Continuing Professional Education (CPE) for Home Inspectors?
How do I become a home inspector in Alabama if I do not yet have a license?
Visit our AL Home Inspector licensing page for all or the required steps and training options.
What is your refund policy?
See our Policies page.
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