Many home buyers prefer to have an inspection one on any home they are seriously considering purchasing.
The purchasing of a home may be one of the biggest investments an individual may make in their life time. With more and more homes available on the market within Atlanta, Ga., the demand for a qualified home inspector is on the rise. A home inspector thoroughly reviews a home for interested purchasers and gives recommendations on the condition of the home and its components. Taking advantage of training opportunities for this growing field is a way to sublimate an income or start a new career.
Atlanta's Home Inspectors Business School
Not only will Atlanta's Home Inspectors Business School give students the tools of the trade to start their own home inspection business but they also focus on teaching students successfully market their services and obtain business. The school firmly believes in the five skills needed to become a successful home inspector: belief in success as well as a commitment to make it happen, knowledge of the technical aspects, understanding of the market place, knowledge of business operations and the importance of customer service. Atlanta's Home Inspectors Business School offers students a five-week training course in which they will learn through 40 hours of class room instruction as well as 20 hours of in-the-field training. Students will receive training in home exteriors, foundations, plumbing and septic systems, home framing, electrical systems as well as heating and cooling units. As of Spring 2010, the total cost of the course was $1195. Payment plans as well as financing are available through the school, if needed. Students are encourage to contact the school with any questions as to current rates as well as the next available sessions.
Atlanta's Home Inspectors Business School
3300 Buckeye Road; Ste 888
Atlanta, GA 30341
404-838-0344
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Georgia Institute of Real Estate
The Georgia Institute of Real Estate offers students a 51-hour course in the field of home inspection. Covering everything from the fundamentals of a home inspection to liability issues of operating your own business, this course prepares students for the American Society of Home Inspector's national examination. The course consists of classroom instruction, home study and a practice home inspection for hands on experience. There are two different scheduling options available for students. Students may either take classes every Saturday for 7 weeks, or attend courses for one week, Monday - Saturday. As of Spring 2010 current tuition costs for the course, books and materials was $1,499, however there is an option for those who register early to pay a reduced rate of $999. Payment plans are available for students who may need them. Please contact the Georgia Institute of Real Estate for the next available session.
Georgia Institute of Real Estate
5784 Lake Forrest Drive
Atlanta, GA 30328
404-252-6768
800-633-3583
gire@learningrealestate.com
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Barney Fletcher Schools
Barney Fletcher Schools offers its students flexible options to work around their busy schedules. Students may either take their home inspection courses on-line at their own pace or through the school itself with a 42-hour classroom option. Online students learn about the importance of a home inspection as well as preparing a home for inspection. Students also learn methods to limit their own liability during the inspection process. The on campus courses topics include standards of practice, building codes, environmental testing, the process of the inspection as well as marketing home inspection services. Those interested should contact the school to find out what courses are currently being offered online as well as the current rates for either option.
Barney Fletcher Schools
3200 Cobb Galleria Parkway
Suite 275
Atlanta, GA 30339
770-850-9090
800-850-0031
contact@barneyfletcher.com
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