VIP Certifications - A Brief History of A.I.I.

A Brief History of A.I.I.

The American Institute of Inspectors^® was formed in 1989 by five men. These men had searched for a uniform credentialing body with mandatory standards for home inspectors. When they discovered none existed, A.I.I.^TM was born.

The American Institute of Inspectors^® is a non-profit corporation established as an inspection trade association. The purpose of the association is to promote a high level of professionalism in the inspection industry by certifying qualified individuals as inspectors. This is accomplished through approved training and examination of those who apply for certification.

The A.I.I.^TM Board of Directors is composed of Inspection and Construction Educators, Insurance Professionals, Attorneys, as well as Active and Retired Inspectors. All have a high regard for professionalism in the Inspection Industry. This Board donates their time and effort for the benefit of the association members.

Members who become certified operate under the Standards of Practice and Code Of Ethics of the American Institute of Inspectors^®. Members remain Certified by meeting annual continuing education requirements. We are truly proud of the high level of professionalism we maintain throughout our inspection association. Please join us as a Certified or an Associate member.

Certified Members

Have access to the A.I.I.^TM Electronic Mail Hotline. Our members use this on a daily basis to discuss many various inspection related topics we come across in our work.
Have access to the Monday Morning Messenger. This is a weekly on-line inspection publication produced by Certified Inspector, Trainer and Past President, Michael Leavitt.
Have the right to hold an elected office on the Board of Directors.
Have the right to vote for officers on the Board of Directors and policy changes.
Have the right to use the A.I.I.^TM name and logo, refer to A.I.I.^TM policies and Standards of Practice.
Have the right to use A.I.I.^TM approved Inspection Forms and Service Agreements.
Are Eligible for reduced fees on Conference Registrations.
Are eligible for membership in A.I.I.^TM local Chapters.
Can attend one conference ‘FREE’ in their first year of membership!

Associate Members

Have access to the A.I.I.^TM Electronic Mail Hotline (description above).
Have access to the Monday Morning Messenger (description above).
Have the right to vote for officers on the Board of Directors and policy changes.
Are Eligible for reduced fees on Conference Registrations.
Are eligible for membership in A.I.I.^TM local Chapters.
Can attend one conference ‘FREE’ in their first year of membership!

	4 weeks to 6 weeks should be allowed for home study before attending the next VIP Certifications class for home inspectors.


	Ronald C. Hungarter, President of Ron Hungarter Associates, Inc. is the 2003-2004 Chairperson of the Membership Committee of the American Institute of Inspectors - A.I.I. #1372