Become a Licensed Home Inspector in Maryland.
State-approved 80-hour pre-licensing training taught by a Certified Master Inspector with 1,000+ completed inspections. Start your rewarding career today.
Learn From a Pro
- ✓Ditanyan Sye, CMI®Certified Master Inspector®
- ✓InterNACHI® Partner InstructorInterNACHI® Training Partner
- ✓MD & VA Licensed InspectorOwner, DS Home Inspection Services
- ✓20+ Years in EducationDual Master’s Degrees
Shadow Real Home Inspections
Classroom training is only half the story. Our students are invited into the field to shadow actual home inspections—seeing the course material come to life so the concepts truly stick and they walk into the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE) ready to pass.
From Our Classroom to Their Own Business
Our students don’t just pass the exam—they build companies. Meet former Academy graduates who are now licensed home inspectors running their own inspection businesses.
Now the owner of Analytic Home Inspections, serving Washington, DC and Maryland..
Class of 2025 · Licensed & Independent
Founder of 1st Priority Home Inspections, serving Clinton and the surrounding DMV.
Class of 2025 · Licensed & Independent
Owner of Sure Sight Property Consultants, serving Dunkirk and Calvert County.
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What You’ll Learn
Our state-approved curriculum covers everything you need to become a confident, skilled home inspector in Maryland.
Residential Construction Standards
Build a strong foundation in residential construction practices, materials, and systems used in Maryland homes.
Home Inspection Process
Learn the step-by-step inspection process used by professional home inspectors to deliver thorough assessments.
Defect Recognition
Identify structural, safety, and system defects that impact property value and occupant safety.
All Major Systems
Gain hands-on knowledge inspecting roofing, foundations, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and more.
Standards & Ethics
Understand Maryland’s Minimum Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for licensed inspectors.
Professional Report Writing
Create clear, professional inspection reports that clients and real estate agents trust and value.
Training Packages
Select the package that best fits your goals. All packages include state-approved 80-hour pre-licensing education.
Silver
Essential training to get started
- Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & Standards, 3rd Ed.
- Code Check Complete, 3rd Edition
- Unit Training Slides with Notes
- Facebook Support Group
- Sample Inspection Reports
- Complete NHIE Exam Prep Course
- Success Mindset Course
- 1-Hour Coaching Session
Gold
Best value for exam success
- Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & Standards, 3rd Ed.
- Code Check Complete, 3rd Edition
- Unit Training Slides with Notes
- Facebook Support Group
- Sample Inspection Reports
- Complete NHIE Exam Prep Course
- Success Mindset Course
- 1-Hour Coaching Session
Platinum
Complete training & coaching
- Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & Standards, 3rd Ed.
- Code Check Complete, 3rd Edition
- Unit Training Slides with Notes
- Facebook Support Group
- Sample Inspection Reports
- Complete NHIE Exam Prep Course
- Success Mindset Course
- 1-Hour Coaching Session
Training Locations
Choose the location that works best for you. Both offer the same comprehensive, state-approved curriculum.
Fort Washington
Prince George’s County, MDSilver Spring
Montgomery County, MD
Ditanyan Sye, CMI®
Your Instructor
Learn from an Expert
Certified Master Inspector · InterNACHI® Partner Instructor · Owner, DS Home Inspection Services, LLC
With over 20 years in education—spanning roles as both teacher and administrator—and more than seven years in real estate, I bring a unique blend of instructional expertise and industry knowledge to everything I do.
I am a licensed home inspector in Maryland and Virginia and the owner of DS Home Inspection Services, LLC, which I founded in 2020. From 2022 to 2025, I also served as an instructor at the College of Southern Maryland, teaching the Maryland and Virginia Pre-Licensing Course.
As an InterNACHI® Partner Instructor, I’m proud that DS Home Inspection Academy is an InterNACHI® Training Partner—giving our students access to InterNACHI® School (internachi.edu), the only accredited home inspector college offering free memberships to enrolled students. I’m also honored to serve on the board of Joe A. Sanders Vo-Tech Fund Inc.
Your Earning Potential
Home inspection offers strong income potential with the flexibility of being your own boss.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a home inspector in Maryland?
You must complete a state-approved home inspection training program, pass the licensing exam, and apply through the Maryland Commission.
Is this a state-approved home inspection course in Maryland?
Yes, this home inspection course in Maryland meets all state pre-licensing education requirements.
How long does home inspection training in Maryland take?
The in-person training is approximately three months, depending on whether you take the evening course or the Saturday course.
Do I need construction experience to become a home inspector?
No. Our training covers all construction fundamentals and inspection skills from beginner to professional level.
Does this course prepare me for the NHIE exam?
Yes, the course includes targeted preparation for the National Home Inspector Examination.
What is the attendance requirement?
Maryland requires 72 hours to meet the state requirements, so you can miss no more than two classes. If you believe you’ll have a scheduling conflict that will cause you to miss more than two classes, consider signing up for the next available class.
What are the licensing requirements?
You’ll need a high school diploma, general liability insurance ($150K minimum), a $50 application fee, and a $325 license fee after completing training.
Join our next class and take the first step.
Become a licensed Maryland home inspector. Talk to us about which package and location fit your goals and timeline.
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