How much are the online courses?
All online courses are included with membership. You will instantly have access to our entire catalog of online courses as a member, with no additional fees. Navigate available courses and track your progress on your Education Dashboard.
Do you offer live training?
Yes, in addition to online courses, we offer Fast-Track Courses held live on Zoom and hands-on, in-person training offered nationwide. View upcoming sessions on the Training Calendar.
Are online courses self-paced or live?
Yes, all of the online courses in the library are self-paced. You can start and stop at your convenience and retake them as many times as you like. You can also complete them in any order. As a member, you instantly have access to all online courses and other membership benefits.
What format are the online courses?
All online courses include videos, readings, field photo identification exercises, and technical illustrations. Most courses also have quizzes and a final exam.
Are there any additional materials required to complete the courses?
No, each course includes everything you need to successfully complete it, including a downloadable study guide and course textbook, as well as takeaway guides, checklists, field guides, and more.
Do I receive a certificate for after successfully completing a course?
Yes, all online courses provide a downloadable certificate upon successful completion.
Do I need to complete all of the online courses to become a CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector?
No, many of the courses are optional. To become a CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector, you must successfully complete the Commercial Property Inspection Standards of Practice Course, Commercial Property Inspection Code of Ethics, and Online Commercial Property Inspector Exam. Visit Certification Requirements to learn more. Depending on your experience, you may need to complete the optional courses in order to pass the exam.
What is the path to certification, and how long does it take?
Depending on your experience, you may need to complete the optional courses in order to pass the exam. Once you complete the Online Commercial Property Inspector Exam, you’ll receive a breakdown of your score by building system and topic. You can use this feedback to guide any additional training offered through CCPIA® . For example, if you don’t pass the low-slope roofing section, you can take the online course specifically focused on that topic. View Path to Certification to learn more.
Are courses approved for state and other organization continuing education?
Yes, many of our online courses are approved with state licensing agencies and other organizations like the International Code Council (ICC) and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI®). Visit Continuing Education Approvals to learn more.
Can I share my account with someone?
No, each inspector must have their own account. Education progress is recorded and certificates are issued to the name on the account. Account names cannot be changed, and accounts cannot be transferred after registration.