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Ben Gromicko - InterNACHI's Director of Education and NACHI.TV's Executive Producer
Ben Gromicko
InterNACHI
1750
30th Street
Boulder,
CO 80301
(303)862-2611
(MST)
Ben
Gromicko, InterNACHI Director of Education, manages course development,
instruction, administration, assessment, and continuous improvement and
expansion the courses and related programs.
As
a Certified Distance Education Instructor for Professional Training and
Continuing Education, I work in collaboration with other Directors of Education
throughout the world, industry experts and resources specific to the industry.
I develop, market, administer, assess, and continuously improve and expand the
online courses and related programs under my direction. I am the Director of Education for the
International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (www.InterNACHI.org). I am the Executive Producer of training
videos at www.NACHI.TV. I am the Director at the InterNACHI School (www.nachi.org/school).
Summary:
- 2007 - Present. Director
of Education for InterNACHI, the International Association of Certified Home
Inspectors, www.nachi.org/education.
- 2007 - Present. Director of the InterNACHI School. www.nachi.org/school. Live hands-on classroom and in-field
training by expert instructors conducted all over the world.
- 2011 - Present. National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Committee Member. Inspector/Quality Control Certification Scheme Committee is tasked to build a strong national framework for
workforce certification based on the guidelines, as well as a process
for regularly updating the technical sections of the Standard Work
Specifications.
- 2009 – 2013. Certified Distance Education
Instructor. International Distance
Education Certification Center. International Distance Education Certification
Center. CDEI ID # 67422.
- 2011 - Present. U.S. EPA Approved Lead-Safe Certified
RRP Course Trainer. Course Approval NAT-RV-I-61589-1-EL. www.nachi.org/epa-rpp.htm
- 2011 – Present. State of Florida. Department of Business and Professional
Regulation. Home Inspectors Licensing Program. Certified Home Inspector. # HI1416.
- 2007 - Present. Executive Producer at www.NACHI.TV. NACHI.TV produces premier inspection education with
online training video courses for commercial and residential property inspectors, independent
adjusters, contractors, and real estate professionals.
- 2010 – 2015. Certified Core Instructor. Texas Real Estate Commission. Residential Inspections for Property
Inspectors. TREC ID # 881369227.
- 2010 – 2015. Certified Instructor for MCE Elective
Courses. Texas Real Estate
Commission. TREC ID # 881369227. www.nachi.org/ben-gromicko.htm
- 2010 – Present. Approved Instructor for Florida
Insurance Claims Adjusters and General Lines courses. Florida Department of Financial Services. www.nachi.org/ben-gromicko-florida-approved-instructor.htm
- 2010 – Present. Approved Course Provider. Provider ID# 367779. Florida Department of Financial
Services. Florida Insurance Claims
Adjuster Optional courses. www.nachi.org/ben-gromicko-florida-approved-instructor.htm
- 2008 - Present. Instructor. South Dakota Real Estate Commission. Approved instructor for home inspection
continuing education in the state of South Dakota. Issued Sept. 03, 2008. www.nachi.org/sdapprovals.htm
- 2008 – Present. Instructor. Oklahoma Construction Industries Board. Instructor No.
I-107. www.nachi.org/okapprovesinternachi2008.htm
- 2006 - Present. Board-Approved Instructor (Benjamin
Gromicko) and Certified School (www.NACHI.TV). Master Inspector Certification
Board. www.certifiedmasterinspector.org
- 2007 - Present. Mountain Inspection Support
Association. Non-profit association of home inspectors. www.mountainassociation.org.
- 1995 - 2007. President, PEACH Inspections, Inc., a home inspection
service corporation operated in Pennsylvania.
Education:
- Bachelor
of Science Degree, Computer Science, 1992. University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA.
- Teaching Certificate, Education. Mathematics.
1993. University of Pittsburgh,
Pittsburgh, PA.
- http://www.nachi.org/ben-j-gromicko.htm
Inspector:
Inspector Certifications:
- Member
of ASHI, 2001-2004
- Member of InterNACHI, 1997-Present
- PA
Certified Radon Testing Individual, PA#1882
- Certified
Master Inspector, CMI®, 2006-Present
- Certified
Wood Infestation Insect Inspector, PA, 2000-2007
- 2000-2007. PA Department of Labor and Industry.
Lead Paint Hazard Risk Assessor. Certification #003090.
NACHI.TV:
- 2007 - Present. Executive Producer of NACHI.TV www.NACHI.TV. Producer of online training courses and educational videos,
including related course books, quizzes, and exams – for property inspectors, contractors
and real estate professionals. Courses are state-approved for CE credits.
Producer of the following online training videos:
Author, Standards of Practice:
- International Residential Standards of Practice for
InterNACHI. Authored the original,
first draft of the standards. Current
version is located at http://www.nachi.org/sop
- International Association of Certified Indoor Air
Consultants IAC2.org. Authored the
IAC2 Mold Inspection Standards of Practice. This is the
Standards of Practice for mold inspections of the International
Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants (www.IAC2.org). The Standards can be found at http://www.iac2.org/sop.php.
- InterNACHI Standards of Practice for Inspecting
Radon Gas Mitigation Systems. Authored the Standards of Practice in 2008. This
Radon Mitigation System Inspection Standards of Practice can be found http://www.nachi.org/comsop.htm#18.
The Standards guide the inspector through the process of inspecting a
residential radon mitigation system and reporting defects of the system
Author, Education Courses:
- Lead-Safe Certified Course for Renovation Contractors - Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair, and Painting
(RRP). Online course with required
two-hour hands-on classroom instruction. 10 sections. 312-page
student manual. 5 instructional
videos. 8 quizzes. 45-question final exam. Printable
Certificate of Completion. 8 CE
hours. This course teaches the
student to work safely in housing with lead-based paint and comply with EPA’s
Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule, and HUD’s Lead Safe Housing Rule. http://www.nachi.org/lead-safety-rrp-course.htm
- Florida Adjusters
Course. Online course. 138,000 words. 100-question final exam.
Printable Certificate of Completion. 16 CE hours. http://www.nachi.org/florida-adjusters-course.htm
- Customer Service
and Communication for
Inspectors. Online course. 20,000 words. 10 quizzes. 50-question
final exam. Printable Certificate of Completion. 4 CE hours. This
course teaches the student how to better serve his/her clients by
providing great
customer service using effective communication. http://www.nachi.org/customer-service-communication.htm
- How to Perform Energy Audits. Online course. 22 sections. 78,000+
words. 325 pictures, illustrations and diagrams. 8 tables. 13 quizzes.
27-minute online training video. 75-question final exam. Printable Certificate
of Completion. 24 CE hours. This
course teaches the student how to perform energy audits with visual inspection
techniques, a blower door, and an infrared camera. http://www.nachi.org/energy-audit-course.htm
- How to Inspect Pools and Spas. Online course. 27,000
words. 60 illustrations and pictures. 12 quizzes. 60-question final exam.
Printable Certificate of Completion. This course teaches the inspector to
perform an inspection of a pool and spa. It includes a review of
electrical components, water chemistry, safety issues and maintenance recommendations.
The course also includes a pool and spa inspection checklist. http://www.nachi.org/pool-spa-course.htm
- How to Perform
Septic Inspections. Online course. 9 quizzes. 50-question final
exam. Printable Certificate of Completion. 10 CE hours. This course
teaches the inspector to perform two types of
inspections of onsite wastewater treatment systems: maintenance
inspections and functional inspections. http://www.nachi.org/septic-course.htm
- How to Perform Wind Mitigation Inspections. Online course. 29,306 words. 270
photos, graphics, tables and diagrams. 18 quizzes. 50-question final exam.
Printable Certificate of Completion. 16 CE hours. This advanced course teaches
the inspector how to conduct a proper wind mitigation inspection including how
to report findings to the client or insurance company. http://www.nachi.org/wind-mitigation-inspection-course.htm
- Home Inspection
Fundamentals – The Exterior. Online training video course. 2 parts.
72-page downloadable course material. 25-question final
exam. Printable Certificate of Completion. 4 CE hours. This course
teaches the
student the fundamentals in performing an inspection of the exterior at a
residential dwelling using visual-only inspection techniques http://www.nachi.org/fundamentals-exterior.htm
- Inspecting the Attic, Insulation, Ventilation and
Interiors. Online course. 33 sections. 50 photos,
graphics, and diagrams. 40,000 words. 12 quizzes. 60-question final exam.
Printable Certificate of Completion. 14 CE hours. This course teaches the inspector perform an inspection of
the attic, insulation, and interior of a residential property. http://www.nachi.org/interiorcourse.htm
- How to Inspect Residential Plumbing. Online
course. 111 sections. 13 quizzes.
Final exam. 8 CE hours. This course teaches the inspector the standards of properly installed
plumbing systems and components. It includes a review of defect
recognition, such as leaks, inadequate water supplies, improper drainage, water
contamination, and incorrect installations. http://www.nachi.org/plumbingcoursereleased2008.htm
- How to Perform Mold Inspections. Online course. 30 sections. 11 quizzes. Final
exam. 12 CE hours.
This course teaches the student about mold and how to perform a proper
mold inspection. It includes a review of types of mold, health effects,
sampling, lab reports, remediation, and preventing growth. http://www.nachi.org/moldcourse.htm
- Wood-Destroying Organism Course. Online course. 28 sections. 13
quizzes. Final exam. 12 CE hours. Online. This course teaches the student how to
identify and report infestation of wood-destroying organisms that may exist in
a building using a visual examination. The student will also learn to
recognize evidence of structural damage and previous treatment. It is designed for both inspectors and
applicators of wood-destroying organisms. http://www.nachi.org/wdocourse.htm
- 25 Standards Every
Inspector Should Know. Online course. 25 sections. Final exam. 5 CE
hours. This course teaches the student about 25
building standards and good practices related to inspecting systems and
components in a residential dwelling. http://www.nachi.org/25standardscourse.htm
- How to Inspect for Moisture Intrusion. Online
course. 5 quizzes. Final Exam. 8 CE hours. This course teaches the student how to inspect for moisture intrusion,
including recognizing construction defects that produce moisture-related problems.http://www.nachi.org/moisturecourse.htm
- Radon Measurement Service Provider Course. Online course. 7 quizzes. 100-question
final exam. 12 CE hours. This very comprehensive course teaches
the student about radon, how to perform radon measurements, and how to inspect
radon mitigation systems. The course is divided into 20 sections, includes 216
photos and diagrams, instant grading, and a downloadable printable certificate
of completion. http://www.nachi.org/radoncourse.htm
- How to Perform Exterior
Inspections Course. Online course.
The purpose of
this course is to provide accurate and useful information for performing an
inspection of the exterior at a residential property. Course includes: 43 sections;
54,286 words; 135 photos, graphics, and diagrams; 18 quizzes; a 60-question
final exam (drawn from a larger pool); instant grading; a downloadable,
printable Certificate of Completion; and accreditations and state
approvals. http://www.nachi.org/exteriorcourse.htm
- How to Inspect HVAC
Systems Course. Online course. This course teaches the
inspector to perform the HVAC portion of a home inspection. HVAC Inspection course
includes: 24 sections; 8 quizzes; 75-question final exam (drawn from a larger
pool); instant grading; a downloadable, printable Certificate of
Completion; and accreditations and state approvals. http://www.nachi.org/hvaccourse.htm
- Electrical Training Video. Online training video. The purpose of this training video is to teach good
practice on how to perform an inspection of the common components of a
residential electrical system, including the service, panelboard,
"sub" panel, meter, kitchen, bathroom, and interior. http://www.nachi.org/electrical-training-video.htm
- InterNACHI Certified Stucco/EIFS Inspector. Online training video. The purpose of this course is
provide property inspectors with advanced training and certification in
becoming an InterNACHI Certified
Stucco/EIFS Inspector. http://www.nachi.org/stucco-eifs.htm
- HVAC Training for Inspectors. Online training video. The purpose of this training
video is to teach good practice on how to properly inspect an HVAC system,
including system and component identification, operation cycle, inspection
procedures, suggested report narratives and language, and defect-recognition
techniques. http://www.nachi.org/hvacclass2008
- Building Science and Thermal Imaging with Will
Decker. Online training video. The purpose of this
online video training course is to teach residential and commercial building
inspectors the principles of building science and the application of thermal
imaging. http://www.nachi.org/buildingsciencethermal.htm
- IAC2 Mold Inspection Training and
Certification. Online training
video. The
purpose of the course is to define and teach good practice for conducting a
mold inspection of a building. The student will learn how to find and
report mold growth that may exist in a building by performing a visual
examination and mold sampling of the building. http://www.nachi.org/videomoldcourse.htm
- Advanced Inspection of Crawlspaces. Online training video. The student will obtain an
understanding of how to inspect a crawlspace, including using personal
protection equipment, the InterNACHI Standards of Practice, an inspection
checklist, suggested report narratives and language, and defect recognition. http://www.nachi.tv/ppv/12
- Introduction to Infrared Thermography Course. Online
training video. John
McKenna, InterNACHI Infrared Trainer, and Ben Gromicko, Certified Master
Inspector, teach you how to perform inspections with an infrared camera. John
covers subject matter such as building science, IR camera applications, and
image interpretation, while Ben takes you on an actual THERMOGRAPHY inspection
and demonstrates how to recognize apparent defects related to moisture,
insulation, structure, electric, air infiltration, and energy loss. http://www.nachi.tv/ppv/11
- LEED Green Building. Online training video. Bob Hughes from Hughes Construction shows advanced
green building systems in a residential home. http://www.nachi.tv/ppv/9
- Inspecting Hot Water Tanks. Online training video. Learn how to identify
components of gas-fired and electric water heater tanks, recognize defects and
safety hazards in relation to modern standards and requirements, explain FVIR -
flammable vapor ignition resistance systems, confined spaces, evaluate TPR
valves, and more.http://www.nachi.tv/ppv/8
- Inspecting Means of Egress. Online training video. It's not just about steps!
Learn how to inspect and measure stairways, ramps, hallways, doorways,
landings, handrails, and emergency escape and rescue openings. http://www.nachi.tv/ppv/6
- Inspector Challenge Game. These very short courses and fast-paced final exams are a fun
way to challenge yourself and your peers in the inspection community. http://www.nachi.org/challenges.htm
Author of Books:
Ben Gromicko - Certified Distance Education Instructor:
From: admin@idecc.org
Date: March 17, 2009 2:00:17 AM MDT
To: ben@nachi.tv
Subject: Congratulations on becoming a CDEI
On behalf of the International Distance Education Certification
Center, congratulations on becoming a Certified Distance Education
Instructor™ *. We hope you enjoyed the courses and gained much from the
experience.
You are now certified for the next three years* and you may use the
CDEI™ logo on your business cards, letterhead, web site, or other
promotional material. Your will receive an official certificate with
your verification id in the mail within the next few weeks.
You or others may verify certification or obtain logos at www.idecc.org.
Toward the end of your certification period, we’ll send you more
information on renewing the certification. For renewal, students will
have to complete a short renewal course and pass a final exam.
For now, enjoy knowing that you have demonstrated a superior
competency in teaching at a distance. Thank you again for participating
and becoming a Certified Distance Education Instructor™ *. Please
contact our staff if you have questions.
Sincerely,
IDECC CDEI Support Team
* Finalizing certification takes approximately one business day
after this notice is received. This time is needed for our instructors
to evaluate your final discussion posts.
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Course Certificate
This document is to certify that Benjamin Gromicko has passed the course
CDEI Part I -How and Why Adults Learn with a score of 98%
Beginning March 3, 2009
Benjamin spent a minimum of 8 hours in the course, completing it on March 16, 2009
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Course Certificate
This document is to certify that Benjamin Gromicko has passed the course
CDEI Part II - Principles of Good Practice with a score of 99%
Beginning March 3, 2009
Benjamin spent a minimum of 6 hours in the course, completing it on March 16, 2009
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