Home Inspection - 171
Overview
Enter an exciting and growing profession! Home inspection is a consulting service that helps homebuyers make informed decisions about their prospective new home. Mohawk College,in partnership with Seneca College, Carson Dunlop and Associates and in cooperation with the Ontario Association of Home Inspections (OAHI) is offering a ten subject Home Inspection Certificate that incorporates the Standards of Practice of ASHI/CAHPI (American Society of Home Inspectors (opens new window) / Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (opens new window)).
Important Notice
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:
- Part 9 - Building Envelope
- Part 9 - Health and Safety
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
View courses available this term under Program of Studies.
You do not need to apply to begin this program, simply ensure you meet the admission requirements (listed on the Admission & Registration tab) and then you may register for any available courses.
Program Highlights
- Students will have taken 10 courses within the scope of conducting a residential home inspection
- These courses will assist the student in becoming a certified home inspector through the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors
- All courses are completely online, except for any required in-person final exam writing
Admission & Registration
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) OR 19 years of age or older.
- Experience in the construction industry is an asset
You do not need to apply to begin this program. Start by ensuring you meet the admission requirements listed above and then register for the courses listed in the Program of Studies when they are offered. Some courses have prerequisites, so please check the Program of Studies for details. Find out how to register for a course.
Financial Assistance Information
Bursary funding may be available. Learn more about Financial Assistance Options for Continuing Education Students.
Program of Studies
The program of studies displayed below applies to students starting the program in the current academic year. Students who began in other academic years may require different courses to be eligible to graduate. If you have questions regarding a strategy for completion contact Continuing Education - Technology and Skills.
Click on the Course number or Course title for more information on each course.
A selection of courses are available each term. Courses that are currently not available (N/A) for registration may be offered in the future – check back frequently.
Textbook Information: Textbooks must be purchased directly from the Carson Dunlop online store. Visit CarsonDunlop Store.
Mandatory Courses
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| N/A | BLDGHI001 | Interior/Insulation Inspection | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | BLDGHI002 | Exterior Inspection | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | BLDGHI008 | Structural Inspection | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | BLDGHI009 | Roofing Inspection | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | COMMHI010 | Communication/Professional Practices | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | ELECHI007 | Electrical Inspection | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | HRAPHI003 | Heating Inspection I | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | HRAPHI004 | Heating Inspection II | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | HRAPHI005 | Plumbing Inspection | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | HRAPHI006 | Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps Inspection | 42.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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Course Schedule
The list of scheduled course offerings for this program is below. Please note that all offerings are subject to change.
| Course Code | Course Name | Fall (Sep to Dec) |
Winter (Jan to Apr) |
Spring (May to Aug) |
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| BLDGHI001 | Interior/Insulation Inspection |
OntarioLearn |
OntarioLearn |
OntarioLearn |
| BLDGHI002 | Exterior Inspection | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn |
| BLDGHI008 | Structural Inspection | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn |
| BLDGHI009 | Roofing Inspection | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn |
| COMMHI010 | Communication/Professional Practices | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn |
| ELECHI007 | Electrical Inspection | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn |
| HRAPHI003 | Heating Inspection I | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn |
| HRAPHI004 | Heating Inspection II | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn |
| HRAPHI005 | Plumbing Inspection | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn | OntarioLearn |
| HRAPHI006 | Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps Inspection |
OntarioLearn |
OntarioLearn |
OntarioLearn |
Getting Started
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Access OntarioLearn
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Explore Contacts and Services
Online Learning
Online learning courses provide you with the opportunity to learn online, anywhere, at your convenience! You can study at home or at work - wherever you like, whenever you like, within a predetermined time frame.
Courses are delivered over a set time period and are led by instructors. Most courses do not require that you be online at a certain time of day or night, but that you are active in the course during the schedule. There are scheduled start and end dates and you cannot start courses late nor finish early.
Visit the OntarioLearn Course page to discover how to get started on OntarioLearn. Please note your course will not appear in OntarioLearn until the scheduled start date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- Learn the fundamentals of inspecting thermal insulation, walls, ceilings, floors, basements, doors, windows, and other residential fittings
- Learn to conduct an exterior inspection
- Learn to inspect installed heating systems, vent systems, flues and chimneys
- Learn to inspect plumbing
- Learn to identify typical defects for cooling systems and heat pumps
- Learn to inspect the performance of electrical systems
- Learn to inspect foundations and footings
- Learn to identify typical defects in roof coverings, drainage systems, flashing skylights, and other roof penetrations
- Develop professional communication skills, verbally and in writing with emphasis on writing report documents and the ability to articulate findings to customers
Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Many students finishing this program will be self-employed as Home Inspectors.
- Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (opens new window)
- American Society of Home Inspectors (opens new window)