18VAC15-40-73: Acceptable topics for continuing professional education

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

1. Site conditions;

2. Exterior components;

3. Roof components;

4. Structural components;

5. Electrical systems;

6. Cooling systems;

7. Heating systems;

8. Insulation, moisture management systems, and ventilation systems;

9. Mechanical exhaust systems;

10. Plumbing systems;

11. Interior components;

12. Fireplaces, fuel-burning appliances, chimney, and vent systems;

13. Common permanently installed kitchen appliances;

14. Home inspection reporting requirements;

15. Responsibilities to the client, including required home inspection contract elements;

16. Laws and regulations applicable to the profession; and

17. Content areas covered by the board's approved examination.

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.

C. A licensee may apply completion of the NRS CPE course, as applicable, toward the 16 contact hours of CPE required for license renewal.