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The School of Professional Home Inspection offers one of the most rigorous programs in the country: the Fundamentals of Home Inspection. This hybrid course allows students to attend in person or join live via Zoom, combining flexibility with real-time interaction. Direct access to experienced instructors and peers creates a dynamic learning environment that prepares you for success in the home inspection field.

Take the Home Inspection Aptitude test and see sample questions like those you should expect on the national Home Inspection exam.

What does the class cost?

Tuition for Colorado Certification:
  – Includes all course materials and professional training to begin inspecting homes in Colorado.  While Colorado does not require a license, passing the National Home Inspector Exam (NHIE) is recommended to demonstrate professionalism and meet client expectations.   

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Cash Price: $1,495  
Credit Card Price: $1,547

Have questions? call us

About Our Home Inspection Training

At SOPHI, we offer both in-person and online courses. Our core program, “The Fundamentals of Home Inspection,” is an intensive two-week course that covers key areas such as:

  • Inspection techniques
  • Safety standards
  • Writing professional inspection reports
  • Starting and marketing your home inspection business

 – Includes all course materials and professional training to begin inspecting homes in Colorado.  While Colorado does not require a license, passing the National Home Inspector Exam (NHIE) is recommended to demonstrate professionalism and meet client expectations.   


To become a home inspector in Colorado, start by completing a certified training course to build your skills and credibility. Pass the National Home Inspector Exam, secure liability or E&O insurance, then either launch your own business or join an established firm. Build your client base by networking through local associations and industry events.

Basic prerequisites for attending class

All students—both in-person and online—are required to have a laptop or tablet with Zoom and Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. (Both programs are free to download.)
To ensure your success in our Home Inspection Training Program, you must also meet the minimum computer skill requirements listed below. These skills are essential for participating in our interactive, online learning environment.
Click here to review the full list of requirements.

What is the Home Inspector Salary in Colorado?

The average salary for a home inspector in Colorado is over $56,000.
(as of 02/24/22 Source indeed.com)

What is the class schedule?

Class runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Mountain Time) Monday through Saturday and then Sunday off then Monday through Saturday and then you’re done. 

Do I need to study before?

No. The books that we will be using are the code check series and we deliver those electronically to you after class has begun.  All classes are taught via Zoom. 

What should I do next? Consider joining InterNACHI
InterNACHI Partner School

In the meantime, you may consider joining InterNACHI. There are lots of learning materials and sample tests that you can take to prepare yourself for the state exam. If you join here and use our school’s discount code  “SOPHI1MO“ you will get a 1-month free membership.

You must go to nachi.org/trial and enter the code there to create a membership.

Are there optional study materials?
Paid students get discounts on the e-book

There is an optional study guide, the print version is available from nhie but it is pretty expensive at $259.00 for the printed version. We do offer this guide to our paying students at a discount. Students that have paid tuition can purchase these books for $125 for the E-book.

This intensive training program can be completed in just two weeks, providing you with the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in a highly profitable career.

Furthermore, we are an approved provider of Veteran education benefits under the Veterans Affairs Administration (GI bill).

Do you have additional questions? Check out our FAQ section, or feel free to contact us directly. We are passionate about discussing the exciting prospects of a career in home inspection.


JJ Greive

JJ & Suzanne are both licensed, highly skilled inspectors and educators. We are the authors of our class curriculum, and truly enjoy sharing this with our students