WABO Code Official Accreditation Program

The first-in-the-nation online program designed to provide in-depth training tailored to prepare individuals for positions within Washington State building departments. This three-year completely online program awards a certificate upon satisfactory completion of each year (three quarters per year) for a total of three certificates. By completing an International Code Council Certification for each certificate awarded, individuals have the option of gaining Accreditation through the Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO), up to a total of three accreditations.

Everyone deserves to live and work in safe structures. Do your part by finding a rewarding career in protecting the public as a building code administrator. Enroll in this three-year completely online program to fill a continuing demand for qualified:

Year 1:  Working Knowledge of City and County Permit Centers - Permit Technician

• Administrative and legal aspects of working in the regulatory side of the construction industry

• Customer service and communication basics at a public service center

• Basic understanding of construction codes

• Optional ICC Certificates Required to Achieve WABO Accreditation (Pick 1) – Permit Technician, Residential or Commercial Building Inspector, Residential or Building Plans Examiner

Year 2:  Field Application of Construction Codes - Building Inspector

• Inspecting development at construction sites

• Communication techniques with builders and contractors

• Report writing and properly documenting permit records

• Inspector-level knowledge of construction codes

• Optional ICC Certificates Required to Achieve WABO Accreditation (Pick 2 Additional) – Residential or Commercial Building Inspector, Residential or Building Plans Examiner

Year 3:  Construction Code Reviews of Permit Applications – Plans Examiner

• Multi-discipline permitting, process and procedures
  

• Technical writing and presentation development

• Understanding the interaction of plans examiners and permit applicants

• Optional ICC Certificates Required to Achieve WABO Accreditation (Pick 2 Additional) – Residential or Commercial Building Inspector, Residential or Building or Mechanical or Plumbing Plans Examiner, Residential or Commercial Mechanical Inspector, Residential or Commercial Plumbing Inspector

Questions? Call Melissa (360) 628-8669 or email [email protected]