How to Get a
Texas Home Inspector License
Follow these six easy steps to get your Texas Home Inspector license. If you have ever considered getting a Professional Home Inspector License in Texas, now is the time! Below are the six steps to start you on your new career path. Whether you would like to be an Apprentice Inspector, Real Estate Inspector, or Professional Inspector working for yourself, Champions School of Real Estate has all the necessary courses to meet these license requirements. If you have any additional questions, please contact a Career Counselor at your nearest campus to get the answers to your questions. Sign up today and take the first steps toward your new career in Home Inspection.
The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) issues three levels of inspector licenses: Apprentice Inspector, Real Estate Inspector, and Professional Real Estate Inspector. Information about requirements for the Apprentice and Real Estate Inspector can be found on the TREC website's Inspector licensing page.
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Complete Education Requirements
Submit Online Application to TREC
Take Exam Prep Class and Practice Exams
Get fingerprints taken and pass background check
Pass the State Exam within One Year of Filing Application
Complete annual Continuing Education (CE)
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Attend an Upcoming Career Night
Not sure where to begin? Let our FREE Inspector Career Night be your first step toward jump starting your new career in the Home Inspection business!
Texas Home Inspector Career Night
Everything you need to make an informed decision about starting a new career in Home Inspection.
If you have ever considered pursuing a Home Inspection career, we encourage you to attend an upcoming FREE Career Night seminar. Champions School of Real Estate® career nights are designed to provide you with the information you need to know in order to make an informed decision about a jumping into a career in Home Inspection. We will provide information on the education requirements put forth by TREC, the programs we offer, and answer any questions you might have about the business itself!
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Professional Inspector Qualifying Education Program
To become a licensed 'Professional Inspector' in the state of Texas, applicants are required to complete a total of 194-hours of Qualifying Education (QE). The program is split into a National and State portion that can be purchased one at a time. The National portion must be completed before progressing to the state portion. The program includes Exam Prep and all required textbook materials needed to complete the online courses.
110-Hour Professional Inspector Program - National Course Modules
SAVE $1236
Courses Included in this Package:
- 40-Hour Property and Building Inspection Module 1 (Online)
- 40-Hour Property and Building Inspection Module 2 (Online)
- 20-Hour Analysis of Findings and Reporting Module (Online)
- 10-Hour Business Operations and Professional Responsibilities Module (Online)
- Inspector Exam Prep Course (Not for Credit)
Additional Details:
- FREE Exam Prep Retakes for 1 Year
- FREE Printed Textbook Materials
- FREE Exam Proctoring
84-Hour Professional Inspector Program - State Course Modules
SAVE $1589
Courses Included in this Package:
- 20-Hour Texas Law Module (Online)
- 24-Hour Texas Standards of Practice Module (Online)
- 40-Hour Texas Practicum (On-Site Inspections)
- Inspector Exam Prep Course (Not for Credit)
Additional Details:
- FREE Exam Prep Retakes for 1 Year
- FREE Printed Textbook Materials
- FREE Exam Proctoring
Set Your Home Inspector License Education Course Schedule.
Classroom, Online, or in the Virtual Classroom!
In this method, students must attend all hours in person. This method provides real estate classes that allow students to interact with instructors and peers. This method is beneficial for students who want to study alongside classmates. Students who thrive in conventional school environments will enjoy this method. Course exams are administered on the last day.
Our ChampionsLive!™ virtual classrooms allow students to attend live classes remotely. In this format, classes will be live streamed via Zoom and students will be required to attend on set dates. This delivery method gives you the chance to ask questions and interact with instructors in real time. Each course has instructional assistants that answer questions during the lecture.
Through this method, you will study the material at your own pace. Materials are available in PDF or hard-copy textbook format. You will complete the quizzes and exams online. The final exam is closed-book and administered via ChampionsLive! or at a campus location.
Sample CoursePlease Note - This method is only available for real estate QE/SAE and some home inspection courses.
