Home Inspection Certificate
Credential: Mohawk College CertificateProgram Number: 171
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Enter an exciting and growing profession! Home inspection is a consulting service that helps homebuyers make informed decisions about their prospective new home. This program is approved by the Association of Home Inspectors and incorporates the Standards of Practice of ASHI/CAHPI (American Society of Home Inspectors / Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors). Standards of Practice define a minimum and uniform standard for private, fee-paid home inspectors. Home inspections performed to these standards are intended to provide the client with information regarding the condition of the systems and components of the home as inspected.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
A grade 12 diploma or equivalent, including senior level English is required. It is helpful if you have experience in the construction industry. This program will also be of interest to people who need an understanding of one or more of the systems/components of a house, but not all. You are responsible for assessing your eligibility and suitability for this program.
TEXTBOOKS
Textbooks can be purchased directly from the publisher, Carson, Dunlop and Associates at 1-800-268-7070 ext. 251 at a cost of approximately $200.00 per course in addition to the course fees. Promo code for Ontario Learn program is ONLearn
Ordering Instructions
- Visit the online store -
http://store.carsondunlop.com/Products-College_Students.html - Locate the "Navigation Menu" on the left hand side of the page
- Click on the heading "College Students"
- VERY IMPORTANT: Select your college, as promo code provided will only work in the College section
- Scroll down the page to locate the text book(s) required for your course(s).
- Add the text book(s) to your shopping cart.
- Proceed to the checkout when you have the item(s) in your shopping cart.
- Near the end of the checkout process please enter the following Promo/Redemption code - ONLearn
- The course material (unit cost) with the promo code will be $200 plus tax and shipping.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Successful completion of this program fulfills the academic entrance requirements of the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI) provided that a 70% average is maintained in each of the subjects being submitted to OAHI for consideration. Students must still complete the Defect Recognition and Reporting Subject, which must be taken through the OAHI directly, as well as the following Ontario Building Code Subjects.Please contact the OAHI regarding the need for, and availability of, Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) Insurance. Please contact directly: 416-256-0960 or 1-888-RHI-OAHI.
PROGRAM OF STUDIES
To receive the Certificate, you must successfully complete the following courses:
| Course Number | Course Name | Course Hours | Tentative Schedule* | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Winter | Spring | |||
Mandatory Courses: |
|||||
| BLDGHI001 | Interior/Insulation Inspection | 42 | X | X | X |
| BLDGHI002 | Exterior Inspection | 42 | X | X | X |
| HRAPHI003 | Heating Inspection I | 42 | X | X | X |
| HRAPHI004 | Heating Inspection II | 42 | X | X | X |
| HRAPHI005 | Plumbing Inspection | 42 | X | X | X |
| HRAPHI006 | Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps Inspection | 42 | X | X | X |
| ELECHI007 | Electrical Inspection |
42 |
X |
X |
X |
| BLDGHI008 | Structural Inspection |
42 |
X |
X |
X |
| BLDGHI009 | Roofing Inspection |
42 |
X |
X |
X |
| COMMHI010 | Communication/Professional Practices |
42 |
X |
X |
X |
| * Subject to change - Browse current catalogue for course offerings | |||||
| View the program brochure (PDF) | |||||
FAQs
- Is the complete certificate available online?
- What is the cost of a course?
- When are courses offered?
- How do I register?
- What is the meaning of the number of hours given for each course?
- How many courses can I take per semester?
- May I take more than one course at a time?
- What about textbooks and/or course manuals?
- Are the courses self-paced?
- Where do I write the exams, if there are any?
- What are the computer requirements?
- What are the withdrawal/refund procedures?
- How do I receive my final grade?
Is the complete certificate available online?
Yes, all courses are offered online.
What is the cost of a course?
Exact course fees are listed in the current Continuing Education catalogue. The cost of each course is based on the number of course hours.
When are courses offered?
Most courses are offered every semester starting in January, May and September. There are also a number of courses being offered in March, July and November. Browse the current Continuing Education catalogue for details.
How do I register?
Click here for registration information.
What is the meaning of the number of hours given for each course?
The number of hours shown are “equivalent classroom hours”. Thus, the workload for a three hour distance education course would be about the same as if you took a course through the traditional classroom delivery that is offered three hours per week for 14 weeks. We estimate that the student workload for one course is approximately 6 – 10 hours per week.
How many courses can I take per semester?
You may take as many courses as you want per semester. However, if you are working and/or have a family, you may want to start with one or two courses. Then you will get a sense of the workload relative to your personal situation. Also, you must keep in mind the prerequisite courses and ensure that you have satisfied this requirement.
May I take more than one course at a time?
Yes, you may take more than one course at a time. Please keep in mind that you are expected to access your course every 48 hours.
What about textbooks and/or course manuals?
Textbooks can be purchased directly from the publisher, Carson, Dunlop and Associates at 1-800-268-7070 ext. 251 at a cost of approximately $200.00 per course in addition to the course fees. Promo code for Ontario Learn program is ONLearn
Are the courses self-paced?
No, there are specific start and end dates for these courses and a schedule for course activities. You must follow the schedule so you can complete all the course work on time and be marked before your final exam.
Where do I write exams, if there are any?
Final exams are usually written in person at the college during the last week of the course. Approximately six weeks before the end of the course, you can view exam booking information online. If you live outside a 100 km. radius from the college, you are eligible to write with a proctor at another University or College test centre.
What are the computer requirements?
You need a Pentium class computer with Windows 95 or better with an Internet connection and the most up-to-date browser possible. Although all OntarioLearn courses will work with a dial-up connection, it is preferable to have hi-speed access as some files and links are not able for viewing through a dial-up connection.
What are the withdrawal/refund procedures?
Click here to view this information.
How do I receive my final grade?
Approximately four to six weeks after the end of your course, you can log into MoCoMotion and view them yourself. If you are waiting for grades outside of this time-frame, please contact the Records Department.
