1. A. The following topics will be accepted for CPE credit, all as related to home inspection services:

   1. 1. Site conditions;
   2. 2. Exterior components;
   3. 3. Roof components;
   4. 4. Structural components;
   5. 5. Electrical systems;
   6. 6. Cooling systems;
   7. 7. Heating systems;
   8. 8. Insulation, moisture management systems, and ventilation systems;
   9. 9. Mechanical exhaust systems;
   10. 10. Plumbing systems;
   11. 11. Interior components;
   12. 12. Fireplaces, fuel-burning appliances, chimney, and vent systems;
   13. 13. Common permanently installed kitchen appliances;
   14. 14. Home inspection reporting requirements;
   15. 15. Responsibilities to the client, including required home inspection contract elements;
   16. 16. Laws and regulations applicable to the profession; and
   17. 17. Content areas covered by the board's approved examination.
2. B. In addition to the topics provided in subsection A of this section, a licensee may receive a maximum of four contact hours of CPE credit for completion of training required to maintain credentials related to home inspection services, including asbestos inspection, lead inspection, and radon testing.
3. C. A licensee may apply completion of the NRS CPE course, as applicable, toward the 16 contact hours of CPE required for license renewal.

Statutory Authority

§§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 1, eff. October 1, 2025.