DSDT College has Partnered with ICA to Provide Accredited Live Home Inspection Training Classes
This is a certificate of completion program which includes instruction in Three (3) Home Inspection Professional
Courses: Home Inspection Fundamentals & Business Foundation, Advanced Systems Inspection & Business Launch
Preparation, and Business Management, Drone Operations & Professional.
Objective:
To prepare students for post-program success by providing a rich learning environment utilizing research-based methods
of instruction and providing access to relevant and current resources and materials. Students will participate in a challenging and worthwhile certificate program based on current industry/academic expectations. The Home Inspection
Professional Program will provide students with a roadmap to gainful employment by instruction in 3 courses.
Admissions Support:
jim@icaschool.com
or call 414-719-2671
Existing Students Support:
admissions@dsdt.edu
or call 888-688-4234
What to Expect
We are proud to partner with DSDT College to offer the Home Inspection Professional Program,
delivering high-quality training to prepare students for careers in the home inspection industry.
Course Format
- Courses are delivered asynchronously through the institution’s Learning Management System (LMS), allowing students to access materials at any time.
- Students must complete modules in sequential order; each module unlocks only after completing the prior module’s requirements.
- Instructional content includes videos, readings, quizzes, assignments, discussion forums, and interactive activities.
- • Instructors are available for academic support through LMS messaging, virtual office hours, and scheduled check-ins.
- All coursework is designed to meet clock hour requirements and is monitored using LMS time-tracking and completion records.
Student Assessment and Grading
- Students are assessed through quizzes, written assignments, projects, and discussion forum participation submitted via Canvas LMS.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (70%) must be maintained to meet the qualitative standard of academic progress.
- Each assignment or exam must be completed as scheduled to remain on pace and eligible for module progression.
- Final course grades are calculated based on the cumulative performance of all required academic activities.
- Instructors evaluate and provide feedback on student submissions to support ongoing academic development.
Required Material:
- Personal Computer with stable access to internet
- Notebook and/or sketch book
Attendance:
- Attendance in asynchronous courses is defined by documented academic engagement, not physical presence.
- Students are expected to complete approximately 20 hours of instructional activities per week.
- Acceptable engagement includes completing assignments, viewing instructional materials, and participating in virtual check-ins or discussion forums.
- Participation data is tracked using Canvas LMS analytics and instructor verification of academic activity.
- Students must complete at least 67% of scheduled hours within each 4-week course period to remain in good standing.
- Course modules are completed in sequential order and require the prior module’s academic requirements and time
commitments to be fulfilled before unlocking the next.
Course Descriptions
HIN-101 Home Inspection Fundamentals & Business Foundation 80
Total Hours: Theory 65 / Laboratory 15/ Externship 0
Prerequisite: None
- This course prepares students for entry into the home inspection field by covering key structural, exterior, and interior components of residential buildings. Students learn industry standards, professional ethics, inspection tools, and basic legal and business practices. The course also integrates Cisco NetAcad’s Discovering Entrepreneurship to support business development skills essential for independent practice. Upon completion, students will be equipped with both technical knowledge and foundational business readiness for advanced training and certification.
HIN-102 Advanced Systems Inspection & Business Launch Preparation 80
Total Hours: Theory 65 / Laboratory 15/ Externship 0
Prerequisite: HIN- 101
- This course provides in-depth training in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems—the most complex areas of home inspection. Students gain hands-on experience with modern diagnostic tools, learning to identify system components, assess safety issues, and recognize code violations. Building on prior business coursework, students also develop full business launch plans, including marketing, operations, and financial strategies. The course integrates Cisco NetAcad’s Launching a Business Venture curriculum to ensure graduates are prepared for both advanced inspections and independent practice.
HIN-103 Business Management, Drone Operations & Professional
80
Total Hours: Theory 65 / Laboratory 15/ Externship 0
Prerequisite: HIN- 101 and HIN- 102
- This course serves as the capstone of the home inspection certification program, focusing on advanced business operations, specialized inspection services, and professional readiness. Students receive training in commercial drone use for inspections and prepare for FAA Part 107 certification, while also exploring advanced topics like pool/spa, septic, and commercial property inspections. The course incorporates Cisco NetAcad’s Managing Finances to strengthen financial and operational planning. Through hands-on projects, case studies, and portfolio development, students refine their expertise and prepare for long-term success and leadership in the home inspection industry.
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