What to Expect: Inspector Certification Testing at the Conference

Posted By: Heather Brooks Event Updates, Program Updates,

The Inspector Certification testing event will take place on Sunday, January 26th, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Check-in begins at 8:30 AM in front of Room Hope A.

Important Note: You must be pre-approved to enter the testing room. This is a written, in-person test, and no virtual testing option will be available during the conference.


Key Deadlines to Remember

Inspector Certification Exam:

  • Application Due Date: January 3rd, 2025

  • Late Applications: January 4th - January 10th, 2025
    (A $150 late fee applies during this period)

  • Final Cut-off: No applications will be accepted after January 10th, 2025.

Inspector Certification Prep Course:

  • In-Person Option: Register by the morning of Thursday, January 23rd, 2025.

  • On-Demand Option: Must be completed by Tuesday, January 21st, 2025, for eligibility to test at the conference.

Prep Course Q&A Session:

  • Date: January 10th, 2025

  • Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM MST

  • Details: A live Q&A for applicants to ask clarifying questions, discuss prep course content, and address testing concerns.

  • Register Here: Register Now to Join.


Prep Course Options: What's Included and Excluded?

On-Demand Prep Course

  • Cost: $300.00 USD

  • Includes:

    • Hard copy of the standards (mailed to you)

    • 15 days of access to the course

  • Does NOT Include:

    • Application fees for testing (separate from the testing process)

    • Conference registration (separate from your event registration)

In-Person Prep Course (January 23rd, 2025)

  • Cost: $300.00 USD

  • Includes:

    • Hard copy of the standards

  • Does NOT Include:

    • Application fees for testing (separate from the testing process)

    • Conference registration (separate from your event registration)

Important: Registration for the On-Demand and In-Person options is non-transferable. Purchasing one option does not grant access to the other.


Testing Fees and Important Details

Application Fee: $125 (required for all applications)

Testing Fees:

  • In-House Exam: $185 each

  • Professional Exam: $260 each

  • Supervisor Endorsement: $75

Please Note:

  • Testing fees do not include ICE Prep registration.

  • Testing fees do not cover conference registration.

  • Paying these fees does not guarantee a testing spot. You must meet eligibility requirements and be approved to test.


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Make sure to meet all deadlines, register early, and come prepared. We look forward to seeing you at the conference!