New Jersey Home Inspector Licensing Requirements

Does the state of New Jersey require licensing of home inspectors?
Yes.

High school diploma required?
Yes.

Educational requirements:
180 hours — classroom format.

Recommended education:
State approved program.

Advanced recommended education:
Carson Dunlop Home Inspection Training Program.

Examination required:
National Home Inspector Examination.

Insurance required?
$500,000 Errors and Omissions Insurance.

Continuing education required?
40 hours every two years.

Experience required?
Education has to include 40 hours of supervised, unpaid in-field inspections. Also need to perform 250 fee paid inspections under direct supervision of a licensed home inspector.