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The California Real Estate Inspection Association (CREIA) is a voluntary, nonprofit public-benefit organization of real estate inspectors. Founded in 1976, CREIA provides education, training and support services to its members and the real estate community. CREIA's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice are recognized by the California Business and Professions Codes and are considered the standard of care by the real estate industry and legal profession in the state. CREIA Inspector Members have successfully passed the proctored comprehensive written California Home Inspector Exam on the myriad of systems and components in the construction and maintenance of residential dwellings.

CREIA's educational mission is to expand the technical knowledge of its members through continuing education. Certified CREIA Inspectors (CCI), Master CREIA Inspectors (MCI) and CREIA New Construction Specialist (CNCS) members must complete a minimum 30 hours of continuing education annually. Educational credits are obtained through monthly chapter educational meetings, chapter toolbox seminars, CREIA Advanced Mentoring Program (CAMP), state conferences in the spring and fall, and other CREIA approved sources. CREIA membership activities and programs encourage the sharing of experience and knowledge resulting in betterment of the real estate profession and the consumer public, which it serves.

If you are buying, selling, building, remodeling, upgrading or repairing a property; CREIA members provide a variety of impartial inspection services for almost every need and purpose, from a generalist inspection of an entire property to an in-depth inspection of a specific system or component.

CREIA's Newest Premier Affiliate Educational Provider

April 2009, (Palm Springs, Calif.) — Casey, O’Malley Associates (COA) becomes a CREIA Premier Affiliate. Remember Mike Casey (CREIA President 1994) and Kevin O’Malley (CREIA President 1990)? You thought they “retired” when ITA was sold? Well, think again!

The two biggest names in the home inspection profession, Mike Casey and Kevin O’Malley are teaming up once again to fill a void in the inspection industry. That void is intensive, long lasting, professional inspection education from professionals who know how to prepare a new inspector for what it takes to open, run and profit from an inspection business. They also know what seasoned inspectors need; like great educational conferences and the best value on services and products. Mike and Kevin have renewed their long-time commitment to CREIA and became a CREIA Premier Affiliate and will attend CREIA’s May conference. COA will offer discounts to CREIA Members on its classes, products and services. COA will also be partnering with CREIA to present several educational seminars in California. Let us know what you want to hear! Our next pre-practice home inspection class will be in Southern California this summer.

COA has worked long and hard to explore unique opportunities for seasoned home inspectors. Our newest program, The Right Direction Network, matches the specific expertise of an inspector with the consulting needs of insurance companies regarding claims. This Network has specific requirements and members are needed across the country. For more information see the “Network” tab on our website. This is an exciting way for qualified inspectors to increase revenue.

At Casey, O'Malley Associates our mission is to deliver the best possible values for the home inspector. This includes education, tools, insurance, reporting systems, advertising and all inspector necessities.

Michael Casey and Kevin O'Malley have nearly 50-years combined experience internationally in the home inspection profession. Their involvement in the inspection profession spans North America to Japan and across Europe. They rely upon their experience and judgment when exploring a service to offer to inspectors. You can be assured each and every item or service provided on this web site has undergone the scrutiny Kevin and Mike would perform for their personal use.

Home inspectors around the world trust Casey, O'Malley & Associates. www.caseyomalleyassociates.com

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Make sure you retain the services of a qualified inspector who is trained and experienced in home inspection and is a member of a professional association such as CREIA. Since 1976, CREIA, a non-profit voluntary membership organization has been providing education, training, and support services to the real estate inspection industry and to the public. Inspectors must adhere to CREIA's Code of Ethics and follow the Standards of Practice developed by the association. These Standards of Practice have been recognized by the State of California, and are considered the source for Home Inspector Standard of Care by the real estate and legal communities.

CREIA requires its members to successfully pass a written test of property systems and complete 30 hours of education each year. Members can accumulate credits through various sources of education including monthly chapter meetings, conferences, and other approved activities. CREIA keeps records to ensure that members are complying with the requirements. Educational topics cover a variety of technical subjects including updates and advances that affect property inspection and the business of real estate inspection.

CREIA is dedicated to consumer protection and education. To locate a qualified CREIA inspector near you click here or call CREIA at (800) 388-8443.

For the latest CREIA Press Release and Archives click here.

CAMP - CREIA Advanced Mentoring Program

CREIA can help. CREIA continues to enhance its education, testing and mentoring program to make sure quality professionals are entering the field. Established in 2004, the CREIA Advanced Mentoring Program (CAMP) is a focused guidance and mentoring program. This program is a follow-up to the technical training programs already provided by inspector training schools and will assist those interested in preparing for the California Home Inspector Exam and other CREIA certification exams. Need more info? Click here.

CREIA Educational, Reference & Exam Preparation Publications

The education of professional inspectors is the most important thing that we do. It is our primary mission. We seek to educate our members on current construction, code and health and safety issues, as well as educating consumers about the value of a professional inspection. We provide all kinds educational programming including monthly chapter meetings, conferences, exam preparation materials, press releases, online testing, technical bulletin board, vendor resources and home-study products.

CREIA publishes its own inspector education products as well as providing discounts to members for commonly used reference and exam preparation materials — most educational products are available through our online store. For the Online Store click here.