CCPIA Certification Requirements

These courses adhere to the International Standards of Practice for Inspecting Commercial Properties (ComSOP). You will learn how to follow the ComSOP to perform commercial property inspections. The time required to fulfill the certification requirements varies for each student. Some may need to complete our additional online courses to prepare for the exam.

Your Education Dashboard offers an easy to follow checklist for certification. The Optional Courses listed on your Education Dashboard are available for additional training and to enhance knowledge in specific areas in preparation for the Online Commercial Property Inspector Exam, if needed. These courses are not required for certification but can be taken at any time to further develop expertise.

Education Dashboard

You must complete the certification requirements with a score of 80% or higher to become certified. After successful completion, you can instantly access the CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector logo and Certificate of Membership at your Account Dashboard. Use the CCPIA logo and Certificate of Membership in your marketing material, website, inspection proposals, and inspection reports. It assures clients you’re trained and qualified.

As a CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector, you will also be eligible for a listing in CCPIA’s directory and Verify Tool, which consumers and CRE professionals use, in addition to an ID Card. You must maintain continuous membership in CCPIA. Certification is terminated and expires upon membership cancellation.

Once You Are Certified

Becoming CCPIA-Certified sets the foundation for your success. As you move forward in your career, we encourage you to embrace the CCPIA-advantage by exploring the following opportunities:

  • Complete Additional Courses: Access exclusive supplementary courses on fee scheduling, proposal creation, report writing, and effective marketing strategies, all included with your membership.
  • Enhance Technical Knowledge: Explore specialized technical courses covering various building systems and components, elevating your expertise in building inspections.
  • Attend In-Person Training: Join year-round in-person classes across the US for hands-on experience. Learn from highly experienced instructors and network with fellow inspectors.
  • Attend Virtual Roundtable Meeting: Join a video call to connect with fellow inspectors, develop meaningful connections, and share valuable insights.

Visit Online Courses, Commercial Property Inspection Training Calendar, and Commercial Property Inspector Roundtable Meeting.