First Thing from ASHI       December 1, 2011
Vol. 8, #12
ASHI First Thing
Your ASHI
Here's what's happening. You must be logged in as a member on homeinspector.org to use the links provided. Questions? Contact sandyb@ashi.org, 847-954-3179. 
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Time is Running Out:
Renew Your Membership Now

Renew now to enjoy all the benefits of belonging, including:  

  • Being listed on "Find an Inspector." 
  • Being associated with the only third-party recognized home inspector certifying body.
  • Eligible for free online Smart Track and other educational opportunities.
  • 12 issues of the ASHI Reporter, online and in print,
  • Professional representation in Washington D.C,
  • Special members only programs, and more.   

If you have questions, contact Sarah Walsh, sarahw@ashi.org.     


CE Audit Begins In January

ASHI staff is charged with conducting an audit of Continuing Education (CE) hours every January. 

A list of 300-400 ACIs and Associates is randomly generated from the ASHI database, including at least one member from each chapter.

Members on the list are notified to turn in documentation supporting the CE hours they claimed. Certificates of completion, invoices and certificates of attendance are accepted.

If the documentation does not verify the required number of hours, the inspector is placed on administrative suspension until he or she submits the proper documentation.

Keep your certificates in one place throughout the year, so you're prepared if audited.

If you have questions, contact Sarah Walsh, sarahw@ashi.org


e-Learning Catalog Added to Online Education Options

Continuing Education (CE) claim forms are being distributed with dues notices. There's still time and ways to earn the hours required by ASHI and some states.

The e-Learning Catalog provides online education at the click of a button on the ASHI home page.

It offers 30 courses, two CEs on completion of a module and successful completion of an exam.

ASHI member prices: $29 per module or $20 per Podcast
Sign in once and every completed module will be registered in your file.

SMART TRACK online learning is free to ASHI members and also is accepted by the following states:

Alaska,           Mississippi,      Tennessee

Arkansas,       New Jersey,      and 

Connecticut,   Oklahoma,        Washington.   

  

Access to SMART TRACK™ recently changed, but instructions appear on the introduction page.  

 

The ASHI@Home Training System is also approved for ASHI CEs.     

 

Six Education Tracks Waiting for You at IW Phoenix: Pick and Choose for a Prefect Fit

Choose from the following six educational tracks, each offering a wide range of courses.

ASHI members will earn 20 ASHI CEs. All courses are approved by ICC, ACAC, CREIA, AII, FABI, and many states have approved CE credits.
  • Inspecting Essentials, for beginning inspectors
  • Beyond the Basics, expanded treatment of fundamental topics
  • Advanced Learning, covering techniques/home components.
  • Specialty/Diversity, alternative inspections for additional income.
  • Business Management, how to run an inspection company, and
  • 2012 International Code, "New Codes for a New Year."  

Click here to learn about all the tracks.

 
Register for the conference held January 4-7 and reserve your room at the historic Arizona Biltmore Hotel on InspectionWorld.org. 

 

Election Results Coming Soon

The 2012 Officer and Director elections and confirmation of Certification Committee members close on December 5, 2011

Results will be announced by email and in the January ASHI Reporter.
 
December ASHI Reporter now live
ASHI Reporter
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In This Issue
Don't Miss Out: Renew
CE Audit Begins in January
e-Learning Catalog Added
Six Education Tracks at IW
Election Results Coming Soon
Order Technical Reference Guide on ASHI Marketplace!

Developed by Carson Dunlop, this Guide is a handy reference tool for home inspectors. Put it on your Christmas list and let everyone know it's available from the ASHI Marketplace.
Advertise with ASHI
The 2011-12 ASHI advertising rate card is now available.

If there's a product or service you like, send that information to Sandy Bourseau, sandyb@ashi.org. We'll contact the company. 
IW Expo Booth Space
Check out the growing number of InspectionWorld
sponsors and exhibitors.
If you know of someone who should be on the list,  contactBill Lewis, bill@ashi.org.

ASHI Calendar of Events

Jan. 3, 2012

Council of Representatives Meeting  

Phoenix, Ariz.

Jan. 4, 2012

ASHI Board Meeting 

Phoenix, Ariz.

 

Jan. 4-7, 2012

InspectionWorld

Phoenix, Ariz.  

 

April  20-21, 2012

ASHI Board Meeting 

Rosemont, Ill.   

 

July 28, 2012

ASHI Board Meeting 

Rosemont, Ill.   

 

October 20, 2012

ASHI Board Meeting 

Rosemont, Ill.   

 

Jan. 13-16, 2013

InspectionWorld

Las Vegas, Nev.

Current ASHI Membership

ASHI Certified Inspectors: 3,498
Associates/ Logo: 123
Associates: 1,623
Retired Members: 125
Affiliates: 82

Total:
5451
ASHI Mission Statement
To set and promote standards for property inspections and to provide the educational programs needed to achieve excellence in the profession.