Qualifications.

A level 6 qualification providing a pathway into residential surveying for those without any previous experience in the industry

An online qualification for existing professionals (e.g. RICS or CIOB members) who now wish to offer valuations on residential property. Mapped against the RICS Valuer Registration Assessment.

A training programme for those who wish to undertake residential condition surveys and gain knowledge on residential construction and pathology with limited assessment. Ideal for those returning to the residential surveying sector.

An online qualification giving you the skills required to assess buildings and produce Energy Performance Certificates for domestic dwellings.

This module provides an understanding of the process of diagnosing the cause of defects such as dampness and moisture in buildings.

This online virtual classroom considers how water vapour behaves in a traditional residential dwelling, especially on a ‘cold’ surface – and how occupiers can be impacted. 

This online virtual classroom considers the differences between Level 2 and Level 3 inspections and reporting and how to produce Level 3 Surveys compliant with the RICS Home Survey Standard.  

This module focuses on how residential properties should be built correctly looking at floors, and windows and joinery.

This training module explains the concept of desk top research and the sources of information surveyors and other residential professionals use.

This module explains good inspection and recording practice, and how follow-up research and good reporting are essential to provide a fully professional service to the client.

This module focuses on how residential properties should be finished correctly.

This module explains why ‘looking and seeing’ are critical skills for anyone working in residential property.

This module covers the Approved Documents and explains how they provide guidance for how each ‘Part’ of the Building Regulations can be complied with when undertaking building work (including plumbing, electrics, extensions, etc.)

This module develops your skills in identifying and understanding the law and management of invasive non-native plant species, including Japanese Knotweed and Giant Hogweed.

This module explains the underpinning principles and complexities of the valuation of residential properties.

This module discusses what it means to be professional and introduces technical competence and what this means, ethics, client care, communication, regulation, professional conduct etc. It includes conflict avoidance, management, and dispute resolution procedures.

This module focuses on how residential properties should be built correctly, focussing on roofs.

This training module focuses on how residential properties should be built correctly and considers where they are built (sites), the foundations, and walls.

This module introduces law and discusses how it is made and introduces some land law concepts such as easements, restrictive covenants, contract law, negligence and occupier’s liability. It also covers legal and regulatory compliance.

This module focuses on the potential hazards associated with drainage and water supply, how to inspect them in a safe manner and introduces the relevant standards.