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Workforce Investment Act

Workforce Investment ActPHII is an approved training provider for many State Workforce Investment Act (WIA) programs including our corporate home state of South Dakota. If you are eligible for WIA training, contact PHII for more information.


ASHI National Association Affiliate

ASHI National Association AffiliatePHII is an affiliate of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI member #243641) and has designed training that meets or exceeds ASHI's high standards of practice.
For verification call (847) 759-2820

AHI National Society Affiliate

AHI National Society AffiliatePHII is an affiliate of the North American Association of Home Inspectors (AHI). AHI is a non-profit organization that promotes professionalism and high standards of practice. PHII graduates automatically qualify and receive a free $199 annual membership to AHI!

NAMRI National Association Affiliate

NAMRI National Association AffiliateAffiliate of the National Association of Mold Remediators and Inspectors (NAMRI). NAMRI is the mold division of the National Society of Home Inspectors.

Insititute of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration (IICRC)

Insititute of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration (IICRC)PHII's mold certification courses award CEC credits for IICRC, Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, & Restoration.
For verification call (360) 693-5675

IICRC Disclaimer: The IICRC does not endorse any educational provider, product, offering, or service. The Institute expressly disclaims responsibility or warranty for third-party publications, products, or instruction. The approved status does not award IICRC Certification.

Allen Insurance E&O Approved Training

Allen Insurance E&O Approved TrainingPHII's coursework is approved and highly recommended by the Allen Insurance Group for home inspector errors and omissions insurance. E & O insurance requires training by an approved provider in order to qualify for coverage.
For verification call (478) 825-5566 ext. 172

FREA E&O Insurance Approved Training

FREA E&O Insurance Approved TrainingPHII's coursework is approved by the Foundation of Real Estate Appraisers (FREA) for home inspector errors and omissions insurance. E&O insurance is required in somd states and requires training by an approved provider in order to qualify for coverage.
For verification call (800) 882-4410

OREP E&O Insurance Approved Training

OREP E&O Insurance Approved TrainingPHII's coursework is approved by the Organization of Real Estate Professionals (OREP) for home inspector errors and omissions insurance coverage.
For verification call (888) 347-5273

Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accredited Member

Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accredited MemberPHII is an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau's Online Reliability Program and are authorized to display the BBBOnline logo. For verification call (515) 243-8137

Veterans Administration Approved Classroom Training

Veterans Administration Approved Classroom TrainingPHII is approved for classroom training by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs which can qualify servicemembers and veterans of the U.S. armed forces to receive tuition assistance.

Florida Association Of Building Inspectors (FABI)

Florida Association Of Building Inspectors (FABI)PHII is an affiliate of FABI, which is an Orlando-based home inspector society that is Florida's primary state-based home inspector society (member AF-0038).
For verification call (800)-544-3224

California Real Estate Inspection Association (CREIA)

California Real Estate Inspection Association (CREIA)The California Real Estate Inspection Association is the symbol of real estate inspection professionalism in the State of California. PHII is an affiliate of CREIA and offer a course that is aligned with CREIA's Standards of Practice.
For verification call (800) 848-7342

 Advanced Home Inspection Course Approvals

Florida (Pre-Licensing)
Professional Home Inspection Institute is approved to provide the 120 hours of pre-license training for the Florida Home Inspector License. Students receive the Basic & Advanced Courses totaling 120 hours. After completing both the online courses, students are issued an official transcript to submit to the state of FL to get their license.
  School Code: 0005082  Course Number: 0000518
Alberta (Pre-Licensing)
  School Code: Advanced Home inspection 32 hours
South Carolina (Pre-Licensing)
South Dakota (Continuing Education)
16607988004601Cert.pdfThe complete Advanced Home Inspection course has been approved for 32 hours of continuing education credit in South Dakota. To remain on active status, the licensed/registered home inspector must complete 24 hours of approved continuing education by December 31st of the year the license/registration expires. Home Inspection Licenses need to be renewed every 2 years.  Course Number: 4601R3225
Tennessee (Continuing Education)
The Advanced Home Inspection Course has been approved for 32 hours of Continuing Education for home inspectors. Tennessee requires 32 hours of continuing education for each two year renewal period.  Course Number: 219
Oregon (Continuing Education)
PHII is approved to provide continuing education in Oregon. Advanced Home Inspection covers relevant subject matter for home inspectors and, as such is accepted by the Oregon CCB for CEU credit. PHII grants 32 CEU credits for the Advanced Home Inspection course. In Oregon, 30 CEUs are required in the 24 months prior to your certification expiration date.

 Basic Home Inspection Course Approvals

South Dakota (Pre-Licensing)
16526772002296Cert.pdfThe PHII Basic Home Inspection Course (online) has been approved for 90 hours of home inspection pre-licensing education by the South Dakota Real Estate Commission.   Course Number: 2296B9025
Oklahoma (Pre-Licensing)
170322480016725-ht.pdfPHII's certification course is approved for all pre-license education requirements in Oklahoma. The law requires 90 hours of training or equivalent and pass the state exam.  School Code: P-029  Course Number: C-043 16725-HT
Illinois (Pre-Licensing)
1698814800basic.pdfPHII's certification course is approved for all pre-license education requirements in Illinois.  School Code: 452.000136   Course Number: 453.000141
New York (Pre-Licensing)
New York requires you attend a live training class with 100 Hours of Classroom Training, then attend 40 Hours of In-Field Training with a licensed instructor. Specifically, they require 4 modules of 25 hours each for the classroom, and 1 module (module 5) of 40 hours in-field training. Modules can be taken from different schools, or in the case of module 5, can be taken from an inspector in NY.  Course Number: P-0141, P-0142, P-0143, P-0144, P-0145
Arkansas (Pre-Licensing)
1705471200HI PR Course Approval Letter.pdfArkansas requires home inspectors to attend a classroom training programs. Our classroom course (10-Day Course) has been approved for the 80 required hours of pre-license education by the State of Arkansas Home Inspector Registration Board.  Course Number: PR-2024-01
California (Pre-Licensing)
PHII graduates receive a discounted membership into CREIA (California Real Estate Inspection Association) upon completing the PHII course
Kentucky (Pre-Licensing)
Our application for renewal has been approved. The KY approved course package includes Manufactured Homes and Environmental Hazards courses as well as a live training lab, all of which are offered free to PHII students.

The law specifically requires:
1) high school or equivalent,
2) successfully completed 64 hours of a commission-approved training course,
3) passed the Kentucky state exam,
4) obtained general liability insurance.  School Code: KBHI P-1005
Maryland (Pre-Licensing)
Maryland requires home inspectors to attend classroom training. The PHII classroom training program offered at our facility in Madison,SD has been approved for the 72 Hour pre-license training requirement.
Indiana (Pre-Licensing)
indiana.jpgPHII's certification course is approved for all pre-license education requirements in Indiana. The law requires that inspectors complete a pre-licensing course of at least sixty (60) hours provided by a Board-approved course provider.
  School Code: CE10600370   Course Number: PHII
South Dakota (Pre-Licensing)
16147512002018-2809Cert - Residentail Inspection Training Course.pdfThe PHII Basic Home Inspection Course (classroom) has been approved for 48 hours of home inspection pre-licensing education by the South Dakota Real Estate Commission.
New Hampshire (Pre-Licensing)
The PHII Basic Home Inspection Course has been approved for pre-license training in New Hampshire. In New Hampshire home inspectors are required to complete 80 hours of board approved training. The PHII course has been approved for NH Board and fulfills this requirement.
Tennessee (Pre-Licensing)
PHII's certification course is approved for all pre-license education requirements in Tennesssee. The law requires a high school diploma or equivalent degree, successful completion of a 90 hour commission approved training course, passing the Tennessee state home inspection exam and obtaining general liability and errors and omissions insurance.  Course Number: 220
Florida (Pre-Licensing)
1701410400HomeInspectionCEPre-LicensureCourse-CEProviderApproval.pdfProfessional Home Inspection Institute is approved to provide the 120 hours of pre-license training for the Florida Home Inspector License. Students receive the Basic & Advanced Courses totaling 120 hours. After completing both online courses, you are issued an official transcript to submit to the state of FL to get your license.  School Code: 0005082  Course Number: 0000518
West Virginia (Pre-Licensing)
Home Inspectors in West Virginia are required to complete 80 hours of classroom training. The PHII Classroom Certification Course has been approved in West Virginia and meets this requirement.
Connecticut (Pre-Licensing)
PHII's Basic Home Inspection Certification course is approved for pre-license education in Connecticut. Upon completion of the course, potential licensees need to file an intern application with the state and complete 100 inspections supervised by a licensed Connecticut Home Inspector.   School Code: HCE.0000231-CRS
Mississippi (Pre-Licensing)
PHII's Basic Home Inspection Course has been approved for pre-license training in Mississippi. MS requires new home inspectors to complete 60 hours of approved home inspection training.
Oregon (Pre-Licensing)
PHII's Basic Home Inspection Course has been approved for the maximum of 20 points of education required to become licensed as a home inspector.
South Carolina (Pre-Licensing)
PHII's Basic Home Inspection Course has been approved by the SC Residential Builders Commission for SC Home Inspectors. The law requires that home inspectors submit a Home Inspector License Application and include proof of training with the application.
Louisiana (Pre-Licensing)
1698728400Renewal Confirmed.docThe PHII Basic Home Inspection Course (online) has been approved for 90 hours of home inspection pre-licensing education by the LA State Board of Home Inspectors.
Virginia (Pre-Licensing)
  Course Number: 3331001633
Wisconsin (Pre-Licensing)
To become licensed, home inspectors in Wisconsin must:
1.) Submit Application and Fee
2.) Successfully complete the state examination on Statutes and Administrative rules (2014-10-14 - Current Fee $75)
3.) Successfully complete the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE)
British Columbia (Pre-Licensing)

 Manufactured Home Inspection Approvals

Kentucky (Pre-Licensing)
Oregon (Continuing Education)
PHII is approved to provide continuing education in Oregon. Manufactured Home Inspection covers relevant subject matter for home inspectors and, as such is accepted by the Oregon CCB for CEU credit. PHII grants 16 CEU credits for the manufactured homes course. In Oregon, 30 CEUs are required in the 24 months prior to your certification expiration date.
Tennessee (Continuing Education)
The Manufactured Home Inspection Course has been approved for 16 hours of Continuing Education for home inspectors. Tennessee requires 32 hours of continuing education for each two year renewal period.  Course Number: 218
New Jersey (Continuing Education)
The Manufactured Home Inspection course has been approved for 16 professional development hours. Home inspectors are required to complete a minimum of 40 hours of continuing education for each biennial licensing period. Up to 20 units of continuing education can be obtain through online courses.
Oklahoma (Continuing Education)
1643349600Doc3632.pdfThe PHII Manufactured Home Inspection Course has been approved for 8 hours of continuing education in Oklahoma. As a condition of license renewal or reactivation, each home inspector is required to submit evidence of having attended eight (8) clock hours of continuing education within the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the term for which the license is to be issued.  Course Number: 15612-H
Indiana (Continuing Education)
Professional Home Inspection Institute has been approved by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency as a continuing education course provider for home inspectors. In the State of Indiana home inspectors are required to complete 32 continuing education hours in each renewal period. Of these, at least 24 hours must be from Category I and no more than 8 continuing education hours from Category II. The Manufactured Home Inspection Certification Course provides 16 hours of continuing education credit in Category I.  School Code: CE21000930
Kansas (Continuing Education)
Licensed home inspectors in Kansas are required to obtain 16 hours of continuing education annually. Professional Home Inspection Institute's Manufactured Home Inspection Course provides 16 continuing education hours in Kansas.
Wisconsin (Continuing Education)
Professional Home Inspection Institute's Manufactured Home Inspection Course provides 16 hours of continuing education for home inspectors in Wisconsin. In the state of Wisconsin, registered home inspectors are required to complete 20 hours each year of continuing education course related to home inspection.
New Hampshire (Continuing Education)
The New Hampshire Board of Home Inspectors requires continuing education as a condition of license renewal. Licensees must accumulate 20 continuing education hours for each licensing period. Manufactured Home Inspection provides 16 continuing education hours for home inspectors in New Hampshire.
West Virginia (Continuing Education)
Home Inspectors in West Virginia can use the Manufactured Home Inspection Course to fulfill all 16 hours of their continuing education requirement. An applicant for renewal of a home inspector certification must complete at least 16 hours of acceptable continuing education.
Florida (Continuing Education)
Continuing Education Requirement: 14 hours board-approved continuing education is required each biennium prior to the renewal period. PHII's Manufactured Home Course is approved for 16 Credit Hours.  Course Number: 0000317
Illinois (Continuing Education)
1476162000ManHomeInspection.pdfThe PHII Manufactured Home Inspection Course has been approved for 12 hours of continuing education in Illinois.
Prior to renewing a license, the licensee is required to complete 12 hours of continuing education during the two year license period. New inspectors receiving their initial license during that period are only required to complete 6 CE hours.

Hours: 12 Category: Mandatory  School Code: 452.0000136  Course Number: 454.000574
South Dakota (Continuing Education)
16653780004606Cert.pdfThe Manufactured Home Inspection course has been approved for 16 hours of continuing education credit in South Dakota. To remain on active status, the licensed/registered home inspector must complete 24 hours of approved continuing education by December 31st of the year the license/registration expires. Home Inspection Licenses need to be renewed every 2 years.  Course Number: 4606R1625

 House Framing Approvals

Texas (Pre-Licensing)
Hours must appear on the certificate to be approved by the state.
Florida (Continuing Education)
Continuing Education Requirement: 14 hours board-approved continuing education is required each biennium prior to the renewal period. PHII's House Framing Course is approved for 45 Credit Hours.  Course Number: 0000315

 Environmental Hazards Approvals

Kentucky (Pre-Licensing)
(Pre-Licensing)
1527138000Environmental Hazards by Professional Home Inspection Institute  Approval.pdf7 CREDIT HOURS

Certificate course for environmental hazards as they relate to home inspection
Tennessee (Continuing Education)
The Environmental Hazards Course has been approved for 8 hours of Continuing Education for home inspectors. Tennessee requires 32 hours of continuing education for each two year renewal period.  Course Number: 213
Illinois (Continuing Education)
1258437600IL_EnvironmentalHazards (Custom).gifThe PHII Environmental Hazards Course has been approved for 6 hours of continuing education in Illinois. Prior to renewing a license, the licensee is required to complete 12 hours of continuing education during the two year license period. New inspectors receiving their initial license during that period are only required to complete 6 CE hours.  School Code: 452.000136  Course Number: 454.000416
Indiana (Continuing Education)
Professional Home Inspection Institute has been approved by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency as a continuing education course provider for home inspectors. In the State of Indiana home inspectors are required to complete 32 continuing education hours in each renewal period. Of these, at least 24 hours must be from Category I and no more than 8 continuing education hours from Category II. The Environmental Hazards Course provides 8 hours of continuing education credit in Category II.  School Code: CE21000930
Kansas (Continuing Education)
Licensed home inspectors in Kansas are required to obtain 16 hours of continuing education annually. Professional Home Inspection Institute's Environmental Hazards Course provides 8 continuing education hours in Kansas.
Wisconsin (Continuing Education)
Professional Home Inspection Institute's Environmental Hazards Course provides 8 hours of continuing education for home inspectors in Wisconsin. In the state of Wisconsin, registered home inspectors are required to complete 20 hours each year of continuing education course related to home inspection.
New Hampshire (Continuing Education)
The New Hampshire Board of Home Inspectors requires continuing education as a condition of license renewal. Licensees must accumulate 20 continuing education hours for each licensing period. Environmental Hazards provides 8 continuing education hours for home inspectors in New Hampshire.
West Virginia (Continuing Education)
Home Inspectors in West Virginia can use the Environmental Hazards Course to fulfill 8 hours of their continuing education requirement. An applicant for renewal of a home inspector certification must complete at least 16 hours of acceptable continuing education.
New Jersey (Continuing Education)
The Environmental Hazards Course has been approved for 8 continuing education units. Home inspectors are required to complete a minimum of 40 units of continuing education for each biennial licensing period. Up to 20 units of continuing education can be obtain through online courses.
Florida (Continuing Education)
Continuing Education Requirement: 14 hours board-approved continuing education is required each biennium prior to the renewal period. PHII's Environmental Hazards Course is approved for 8 Credit Hours.  Course Number: 0000314
South Dakota (Continuing Education)
1665378000environmental.pdfThe Environmental Hazards course has been approved for 8 hours of continuing education credit in South Dakota. To remain on active status, the licensed/registered home inspector must complete 24 hours of approved continuing education by December 31st of the year the license/registration expires. Home Inspection Licenses need to be renewed every 2 years.  Course Number: 4607R825
Oregon (Continuing Education)
PHII is approved to provide continuing education in Oregon. The Environmental Hazards Course covers relevant subject matter for home inspectors and, as such is accepted by the Oregon CCB for CEU credit. PHII grants 24 CEU credits for the Environmental Hazards Course. In Oregon, 30 CEUs are required in the 24 months prior to your certification expiration date.