Earning your home inspection license in Arkansas is a very straightforward process. ICA can help you make your interest in home inspection a reality.

Become a Home Inspector in Arkansas in 2 Steps:

Step 1: Complete an approved 80-hour home inspection training course developed for the state of Arkansas. Note: Inspection Certification Associates is fully approved by the Arkansas Home Inspector Registration Board. Our 8-day classroom course provides all 80 hours needed. 

Step 2: Take and pass the National Home Inspectors Exam and ASHI Standards and Ethics Examination.

Once you’ve completed these steps, you can start your own home inspection business or go to work for an existing company!

 

8-Day Arkansas Home Inspector Classroom Courses (80 Hours)

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ARKANSAS
Little Rock, AR May 31-June 7, 2025
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Little Rock, ARAug 2-9, 2025
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Fayetteville, ARAug 16-23, 2025
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Little Rock, AROct 11-18, 2025
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What's included in ICA's Training Packages?

ICA offers three value-packed training options, which are designed to let you to choose exactly what you need to be successful in your home inspection career. See what's included for each below.

ICA Training Packages
  Foundation Foundation+ Premier

Online Home Inspection Course

ICA's award-winning online home inspection course is available to you on-demand 24/7, and features fully narrated videos by our expert instructors.

  • Lifetime Course Access and Support

    Your ICA course never expires, and is continually updated. Enjoy expert support by our veteran team.

  • Commercial Inspection

    ICA's online course includes commercial inspection training to the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.

  • Bonus Course Library

    ICA's training package includes 18 extra courses such as our NEW Build Your Business Course (in partnership with Industry Association), Drone Inspection, Thermal Imaging, Radon 101, Mold 101, and many more.

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Multiple Live Classroom Locations

ICA has live classes in 17 states and counting! Check our website to see if we offer classes in your area. Learn more.

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Digital Badge

ICA partners with Credly, a widely trusted digital credentialing company, to provide our graduates with a versatile and secure digital badge.

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Report Software Included at No Extra Charge

This is an invaluable tool that allows you to produce attractive reports for your inspections. ICA includes full report software for life.

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Home Inspector Pro Software 90-Day Free Trial NEW!

Home Inspector Pro is a premium, feature-rich report writing software that grows with you and your business. With your ICA enrollment, you can try it out risk-free for 90 days.

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1-Year Membership to Industry Association NEW!

The nation's most prestigious professional association for home inspectors, with resources and services to take your career to the next level. Enjoy a one-year membership on us, a value of $449!

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ICA 360 1-Year Membership

An extensive library of professional development resources such as topical webinars, over 60 videos of virtual inspections, and much more.

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NHIE e-Book Study Guides NEW!

Two high-quality eBook study guides written by the authors of the National Home Inspector Exam (NHIE), normally valued at $150.

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Mold & Radon Inspection Certifications NEW!

Mold & Radon courses (available for selected states) allow you to provide valuable extra services, a value of up to $555.

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Premier Inspector Digital Badge NEW!

ICA's highest designation, showing your expertise in home inspection with specialties in mold and radon.

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Licensing Process and Regulations in Arkansas

The process of earning your home inspection license in Arkansas is overseen by the Arkansas Home Inspector Registration Board. The first step is completing a Board-approved curriculum that includes at least 80 hours of training in an in-person classroom setting. This training accomplishes two purposes: 1) to prepare you for the competency examination and 2) to equip you with the knowledge needed to conduct comprehensive home inspections and accurately report your findings.

Once your training is complete, you’ll need to take the competency examination. This two-part exam consists of the National Home Inspector Exam (NHIE) and the ASHI Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics Examination. Texas A&M Texarkana, in partnership with ICA, will prepare you for these exams with comprehensive training, a 200-page online study guide and 700 practice questions.

After passing the home inspector competency exam, you’ll need to get insurance. The Arkansas Home Inspection Board requires applicants to purchase at least $100,000 in general liability insurance coverage. This protects you and homeowners if something goes wrong during an inspection. Proof of insurance must be submitted along with your notarized registration application.

Once your registration is approved, you’re ready to start practicing! Arkansas requires home inspectors to complete 14 hours of continuing education every year, at least 8 of which must be completed in person with a Board-approved instructor.