Fire Inspector II exam prep
The Fire Inspector II certification is an ICC exam that Virginia code officials take as part of their DHCD certification, together with the Virginia Building Code Academy classes. Here are the one package, from $595 to $595, each with one-click checkout.
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How do the Fire Inspector II options compare?
Prices are the starting price for each option; some offer add-ons at checkout.
| Option | What you get | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Book Package | the reference books the exam is written to, new and unmarked | $595 |
How does the Fire Inspector II exam work?
The Fire Inspector II exam is a code official certification. It is taken after the Virginia Building Code Academy Core class and leads to DHCD certification.
- Virginia code officials are certified by the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), not by DPOR.
- The path is the Virginia Building Code Academy Core class, the classes for your certification, then the required exam, usually an ICC exam.
- Building, fire and property maintenance officials apply within 12 months of hire; technical assistants have 18 months.
- Certified officials complete 16 hours of DHCD-approved continuing education every 2 years.
Which Fire Inspector II option should I choose?
The Book Package at $595 is the lightest way into the Fire Inspector II exam: the reference books the exam is written to, new and unmarked. Candidates who fail usually run out of time rather than knowledge, so pick the option that gets you fastest through the references, and call (877) 775-9400 if you are unsure.
Fire Inspector II exam questions
How much does Fire Inspector II exam prep cost?
Fire Inspector II exam prep runs from $595 to $595 across 1 option: Book Package $595.
Is the Fire Inspector II exam open book?
ICC certification exams are open book for most categories; the ICC bulletin for your exam lists the references allowed. Highlighted and tabbed books save the most time.
Who issues the Fire Inspector II license or certification in Virginia?
It comes from the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). Buying a package here does not register you or make you eligible; the board approves you first, and the exam vendor schedules the test.
How long do I have to get certified after I am hired?
Building, fire and property maintenance officials apply for DHCD certification within 12 months of hire; technical assistants such as inspectors and plans examiners have 18 months.
What keeps the certification current?
Certified code officials complete 16 hours of DHCD-approved continuing education every 2 years, plus any mandatory training such as code change classes.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Licensing exam questions are confidential. The courses and practice exams are original material written to the same subjects and format, with explanations that point to the reference section.
How do the books and courses arrive?
Printed and rental books ship from our fulfillment center, 1 Exam Prep. Online courses and practice exams arrive by email after purchase, so you can start the same day. Call (877) 775-9400 with any question first.
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Licensing facts checked against these pages; last updated . Rules change, so confirm with the board before you apply.