ICC Residential (B1) Building Inspector Certification Training

Indigenous-Led Building Code Training for Tribal Communities Hosted by Nimiipuu Fund

Build the knowledge and confidence to prepare for the International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector (B1) Certification Exam during this intensive three-day training led by nationally recognized Indigenous instructor David Jackson, founder of Code Advisory Group.

Designed specifically with Tribal communities in mind, this hands-on course focuses on understanding—not memorizing—the International Residential Code (IRC). Students will learn how to navigate the code book, interpret tables and figures, and prepare for the open-book ICC certification exam covering Chapters 1–10 of the 2024 International Residential Code.

Whether you work in Tribal housing, planning, construction, inspections, public works, or are looking to advance your career in building safety, this training provides practical skills and personalized instruction to help you succeed.

What You’ll Learn

• Understanding the International Residential Code (IRC)
• Building Safety Department administration
• Foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, and roof construction
• How to quickly navigate the code book
• Reading code tables and illustrations
• Test-taking strategies for the ICC B1 Exam
• Using your MyICC account
• Practice quizzes and instructor coaching

Who Should Attend?

This training is ideal for:

• Tribal Housing staff
• Building inspectors
• Construction professionals
• Facilities and maintenance staff
• Public Works employees
• Planning and zoning staff
• Contractors
• Anyone interested in earning an ICC certification

No previous inspection experience is required.

Training Schedule

Day One: Understanding the Code Book

9:00–9:30 AM: Welcome & Course Overview

9:30–10:45 AM: Introduction to the IRC, Chapters 1–3

10:45–11:00 AM: Break

11:00 AM–12:00 PM: Foundations & Floors,Chapters 4–5

12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch (Included with Registration)

1:00–3:00 PM: Floors, Walls & Structural Concepts, Chapters 5–6

3:00–3:15 PM: Break

3:15–4:00 PM: Questions, Discussion & Self-Study Support

Day Two: Building Systems & Exam Preparation

9:00–9:30 AM: Review & Practice Quiz

9:30–10:45 AM: Review of Chapters 1–7

10:45–11:00 AM: Break

11:00 AM–12:00 PM: Wall & Roof Construction, Chapters 7–8

12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch (Included with Registration)

1:00–3:00 PM: MyICC Setup, Exam Registration, Practice Quizzes

3:00–4:00 PM: Group Discussion & Instructor Coaching

Day Three: Final Review & Certification Readiness

9:00–9:30 AM: Review & Quiz

9:30–10:45 AM: Chapter 8–9 Review

10:45–11:00 AM: Break

11:00 AM–12:00 PM: Chapter 9–10

12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch (Included with Registration)

1:00–4:00 PM: Comprehensive Review, Practice Exams, Test-Taking Strategies, Open Q&A

Day Four:  ICC Proctored Exam

9:00–11 AM: Exam

Student Information

Students are encouraged to bring:

• Required to Purchase for the Training: 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) book (Native American Edition recommended)
• Highlighter
• Pen or pencil
• Laptop (recommended)

The ICC Residential Building Inspector (B1) exam is an open-book, online certification exam administered by the International Code Council after completion of the training.