Home Inspection Training Program (CHITP)

Sheridan’s Home Inspection Training program, in partnership with CarsonDunlop and Associates, incorporates, and complies with the Standards of Practice of ASHI/CAHPI (American Society of Home Inspectors / Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors).  It also conforms to the Professional Home / Property Inspector Occupational Standards developed by the Canadian Home Inspectors and Building Officials Steering Committee for National Standards (CHIBO).

Students will be able to develop the hands-on skills required to complete home inspections in relation to heating, plumbing, roofing, structure, electrical, air conditioning and more. Students will also receive training in communication best practices, with experience in both verbal and written communication.

What You’ll Learn

• Describe the inspection process.
• Communicate inspection findings to the client.
• Comply with the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics of the profession.
• Determine the status of air conditioning and heat pump functionality in residential dwellings.
• Inspect an electrical system in a residential dwelling.
• Apply processes and procedures for interior and insulation inspections.
• Understand the structural components of a dwelling, including type, material, condition, and safety.