Resources
National
Association of Home Inspectors, Inc.
The National Association of Home Inspectors, Inc. (NAHI) was established in
1987 as a nonprofit association to promote and develop the home inspection
industry. The mission of the National Association of Home Inspectors is to
promote excellence and professionalism in the Home Inspection industry; to
provide a standards of practice and a code of ethics; to educate its
members; and to inform the public of the benefits and scope of a
professional home inspection. NAHI now has over 2300 members in 49 U.S.
states and Canada.
The
NAHI CRI “Certified Residential Inspector” designation is the highest
out of the three levels an inspector can achieve. NAHI CRI membership is
bestowed upon home inspectors who demonstrate their knowledge of, and
proficiency at, all aspects of home inspection. The NAHI CRI is received
only after an individual has conducted 250 inspections, has passed the
extensive required examination, and met all requirements set forth by the
Board of Directors. The NAHI CRI membership level requires recertification
on an annual basis. All NAHI CRI Members must complete sixteen (16)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) per year. Sixteen CEUs is equal to 16
hours of classroom study. Currently less than 10% of NAHI’s home inspectors
are registered as a CRI.
Indoor
Air Quality Association
The Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) is a nonprofit, multi-disciplined
organization, dedicated to promoting the exchange of indoor environmental
information, through education and research, for the safety and well being
of the general public.
The
American Council for Accredited Certifications
The American Council for Accredited Certifications promotes awareness,
education, and board certification in the field of Indoor Air Quality through
integrity, credibility, and independence. The Council develops and
maintains independent, third-party accredited certification programs for IAQ
professionals. ACAC certifications attest to verified knowledge, field
experience and continuing professional development.
Indoor
Environmental Standards Organization
As the indoor air quality (IAQ) industry continues to evolve, businesses
that are responsible for managing IAQ issues are adapting to meet the
demands of the industry. The Indoor Environmental Standards Organization
(IESO) was established in 2002 to assist these businesses.
Environmental Protection Agency
The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human
health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner,
healthier environment for the American people.
The
NEHA National Radon Proficiency Program is the leading certification
program for radon professionals in North America. We’re pleased to note that
our program was officially deemed equivalent to the USEPA’s certification
program in 2001. Since then, through the professional efforts of the
National Environmental Health Association and the American Association of
Radon Scientists and Technologists, and the independent oversight of both an
independent Policy Advisory Board and Education Advisory Board, consisting
of 16 public and private sector officials, educators, practitioners and well
respected scientists, the NRRP program has grown into the largest body of
radon professionals anywhere in the world. The NEHA-NRPP program is also
supported administratively through both the staff of the American
Association of Radon Scientist’s and independent scientists and technical
advisors who serve on the AARST Technical and Science committee.
Harford County Association of Realtors
The HARFORD COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® exists to support all segments
of its membership, in concert with MARYLAND and NATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS OF
REALTORS®, by developing and delivering programs, services and related
products that will continue to elevate the standards of the real estate
business and the professional conduct of the persons engaged therein, and
that will assist members in ethically and successfully serving the public
with the highest degree of professional ability in matters involving real
estate; and through collective efforts.
