What does it take to get a Home Inspector’s License in Florida?

Candidates must:

• Demonstrate proof of completion of a Department-approved course of no less than 120 hours that covers the 8 components of a home.
• Successfully pass a Department-approved exam for Home Inspection. (Exam fee NOT included in course tuition)
• We recommend the ACICP Home and Property Inspector Exam.
• Attest that they have commercial general liability insurance of at least $300,000.
• Submit fingerprints and have a background check performed. (Fee not included in course tuition)
• We recommend Florida Live Scan.
• Submit a written application and pay the required application fee.

Dates for the 2-day In-House Training are available:
(Classes are held 8:00 am – 4:00 pm each day and include lunch.)

How does the Course schedule and Florida’s application process work?

• Enroll in the CI-Certified Home Inspector Pre-Licensure course. (You will receive all course materials and access information for your online course.)
• Begin studying reference books, working through the course content, and watching videos/learning modules.
• Schedule your live classroom/webinar training when you complete the online course. (For help scheduling, call us at 1-877-542-3673)
• You will be doing an actual field inspection in class, so having the book knowledge beforehand will assist you in the inspection.
• Take your Course Completion Exam. PASS with a 70% to get your Course Completion Certificate.
• Produce the Certificate of Completion to the State with your application to get your Home Inspector License!