Taking the ICA Real Estate Inspection Course
Here’s how it works. Register for the ICA Home Inspection Certificate Program. The course will give you all the knowledge you will need to perform a home inspection and own/operate your own successful home inspection business.
In the course, you will also learn all about commercial inspections, mold inspections, radon inspections, and building code. You will learn what you need to know to pass the National Home Inspectors exam.
Once the Coursework Is Done
Upon completion of the course, you will be an ICA Certified Home Inspector. We will issue you a certificate number, which you can use on your business cards, website, and inspection reports.
Then, after taking and passing the National Home Inspectors Exam, simply start your own home inspection business or go to work with an existing home inspection company! It’s that easy!
You’ll also get a free one-year membership of Edcetera Home Inspection, designed to help you develop all the skills you need to succeed in your home inspection business. Join a community of home inspection professionals, master new skills, and find ongoing support to succeed in every stage of your career. Our industry-leading training is delivered through live webinars, on-demand course videos, Facebook community, downloadable PDFs, podcasts, quizzes, Q&As, business templates, and more.
Home Inspection is an Opportunity to Earn More
The home inspection industry in Mississippi is heating up. With new homes coming onto the market every day, buyers are eager to connect with experienced home inspection professionals who can shed light on their prospective purchases. The best part? Learning how to become a home inspector in Mississippi is easier than you might expect. If you’re searching for a new career, ICA School has the resources you need to master the fundamentals and build your own home inspection business.
Do You Need a Home Inspection License in Mississippi?
Yes, all home inspectors must be formally trained and certified before they can begin work in Mississippi. Fortunately, the process only takes a few steps. To start earning your Mississippi home inspector license, simply enroll in ICA School’s 60-hour home inspection course. After completing the coursework, you’ll be ready to take and pass the National Home Inspectors Exam. That’s it! Once you’ve completed these steps, you’ll be ready to start your own home inspection business or join an existing firm.
Have more questions? Read on for more information about Mississippi home inspection courses.
How do I become a home inspector in Mississippi?
After you complete our online course, you become a certified home inspector. Upon completion of the course, we email out your home inspection certification and issue you your certification number. That number is what you will want to put on your business cards and home inspection reports. You also will need to take the Mississippi home inspectors exam, for which we prepare you.
How much money do home inspectors make?
The average salary for a home inspector in Mississippi is approximately $68,000 per year.
How much does a home inspection pay?
The average fee for a home inspection in Mississippi is $340. The amount you charge for a home inspection will vary based on age and square footage of the home. As part of our course, we teach you how to calculate a proper home inspection fee.
Is your home inspection training course recognized by InterNACHI?
Yes. We work very closely with InterNACHI. In fact all of our graduates receive a free one month membership to InterNACHI.
Is your home inspection training school affiliated with ASHI?
Yes. We work closely with the American Society of Home Inspectors. In fact, we train you specifically to the ASHI standards of practice and our training school is a Gold Level Member with ASHI.
Is your home inspection training class recognized by NAHI?
In 2016 NAHI merged with ASHI, so NAHI no longer exists as a home inspection membership organization.
Do you email me a certification?
Yes. We email you a copy of your National Certification of Home Inspector certificate. All ICA graduates will also be provided access to a digital certification badge to use on your smart phone, website, and post to your social media accounts.
What should I use for my inspection report when I perform a home inspection?
We have an arrangement with www.homeinspectionform.com wherein our graduates receive a free copy of their Report Form Pro Nitro home inspection reporting software. That is the report that most of our graduates start with since it is so easy to use. Normally selling for $400, the Report Form Pro Nitro home inspection report can be printed and filled out by hand or filled out on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. You can even put in photos easily. They also have a mobile app version of their home inspection report that can be used on an Android or Apple mobile device. At the end of the day, all that matters is that you have a home inspection report form that you’re comfortable with, and these are both good home inspection report options.
Is there a time limit for the online home inspection course for Mississippi?
No. There is no time limit on our course, so you can take as much time as you would like to complete it.
Do you provide a list of tools that I need for performing a home inspection.
Yes. We provide you with a list of tools needed and show you where to get the best deals. It comes out to just about $200, including the non-invasive moisture meter.
What is included in ICA’s membership portal, Edcetera Home Inspection?
Starting and running a successful home inspection business requires more than just a home inspection license. ICA’s membership portal, Edcetera Home Inspection, empowers home inspectors to start and grow their careers by connecting them with experts and providing content on topics not covered by other home inspection training. Delivered via live webinars, on-demand videos, video courses, Facebook community, blogs, and podcasts, members can gain:
- Business Management Skills
- Advanced Home Inspection Training
- Marketing & Networking Training
- Access to Tools & Templates
Join a community of home inspection professionals, master new skills, and find ongoing support to succeed in every stage of your career. New students who enroll in a home inspection licensing course with ICA receive a one-year membership for free!
What about marketing materials?
We provide resources that will help get your business up and running. Our membership portal, Edcetera Home Inspection, contains everything you need to start and grow your business, including live webinars, business templates, downloadable PDFs, and more.
Do you offer my state test?
No schools are allowed to give the home inspection exam in Mississippi. That test is given by a third-party testing company. You can take that test any day of the week. You just need to schedule it a week in advance.
Where do you take the state test for new Home Inspectors in MS?
The National Home Inspector Exam in Mississippi can be taken any day of the week in the following cities: Biloxi, Brookhaven, Cleveland, Jackson, or Meridian.
Does this course certify me in mold inspection and radon inspection?
We include our mold and radon introductory bonus courses free of charge to students who enroll in our online home inspection course. We also offer mold and radon certification courses. Through our partnership with ECAN, LLC, we offer a Mold Assessment Technician certification course, and a 16-Hour Radon Measurement Technician certification course. This course is also approved by the National Radon Proficiency Program (AARST-NRPP) or National Radon Safety Board (NRSB).
Do you send my certificate to the board?
Actually, the way it works is once you complete our course and pass the Mississippi exam, you will send the board a copy of your certification from us along with your score sheet from the Mississippi exam. Then you will be issued your home inspection license.
Can I start my own home inspection business after taking your online course?
Yes. In fact, the majority of our graduates will start their own successful home inspection business after completing our course. We also train you on the whole marketing and business start-up side of things.
What if I have questions during my course?
We have full support for all students and graduates, both during and after the course. Even if you have questions when you are on a home inspection, we can assist via email, text, or phone.
Do I need to have a background in the building trades to be a home inspector?
No. We train students from all different backgrounds to be successful home inspectors.
It doesn’t matter whether you want to become a home inspector in Jackson, Biloxi, Hattiesburg, Gulfport, or Tupelo; our online home inspection course can be completed from anywhere. Enroll now and start your career as a home inspector in Mississippi!
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