How to Become a Home Inspector in Ohio in 3 Steps:

Step One: Complete our Ohio approved 80-hour home inspection training course. ICA is an approved training provider in Ohio. Click here to view our course approval letter from the state of Ohio: OH Course Approval
Step Two: Complete our approved 40-hour Curriculum of Experience Course. Click here to view our Curriculum of Experience approval letter from the state of Ohio: OH Course Approval
Step Three: Take and pass the National Home Inspectors Exam.

After you complete the required training and pass the exam, you are able to start your own Ohio home inspection business. You can also choose to seek employment with an existing home inspection company.

Location

OHIO
Cleveland, OHJune 11-15, 2025
Online Course + Field
Columbus, OHJune 23-27, 2025
Online Course + Field
Cincinnati, OHJuly 16-20, 2025
Online Course + Field
Columbus, OHAugust 13-17, 2025
Online Course + Field
Cleveland, OHSeptember 24-28, 2025
Online Course + Field
Cincinnati, OHOctober 22-26, 2025
Online Course + Field

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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