- 1). Complete your education. A high school degree is always required for home inspectors, but college-educated inspectors are becoming more in demand. An educational background in engineering or architecture is helpful, and a degree in building inspection technology, often offered at community colleges, is even more valuable. Courses in home inspection, drafting, mathematics, geometry, blueprint reading and construction technology can also help you start a career in home inspection. You can search schools by using The University System of Georgia website (see Resources), which profiles universities throughout the state of Georgia.
- 2). Take specialized training courses in inspection techniques, Georgia state building codes, ordinances and home inspection regulations. Training sessions are available through the Georgia Association of Home Inspectors. Through these courses, you will meet the home inspector certification requirements for the state of Georgia. While some courses may require you to pass a test to become certified, the state of Georgia itself has no testing requirements for its home inspectors.
- 3). Gain on-the-job experience. By working under a qualified home inspector in Georgia, you'll gain practical experience in the field, as well as in-depth knowledge of the regulations and laws of home inspection in Georgia. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, home inspectors receive a lot of their training in the field while working with experienced inspectors on-site. To find companies in Georgia that you can work for, visit the Georgia page of the Home Inspections USA website (see Resources).
- 4). Join the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) to gain access to specialized training courses and materials, as well as membership with your local ASHI chapter in Georgia. Attend ASHI chapter meetings to become more involved in the profession, meet fellow home inspectors and learn about professional opportunities that can help grow your career as a home inspector.
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