Use your trade · Built around AS4349.1
Become a pre-purchase building and pest inspector
Turn your building and construction experience into a flexible new career. Self-paced, 100% online, built around Australian Standard AS4349.1.
- Built around AS4349.1
- Study 100% online
- Use your construction experience
- Trainer support included
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google
Put down the tools
Why become a building inspector?
It's the natural next move for builders and tradies who want to use their knowledge without the physical grind of being on the tools. Every property sale needs an inspection — so the work is steady, in-demand and flexible.
In-demand income
Every property sale needs an inspection. It's reliable, repeatable work — and combined building-and-pest jobs pay more per visit.
Be your own boss
Set your own schedule and run your own inspection business — no more managing subbies, suppliers and site deadlines.
Use what you already know
Your building and construction experience is the foundation. This course adds the inspection process, AS4349.1 and professional reporting on top.
Choose your course
Building inspector courses
Start with the core building inspector course, or bundle in pest to qualify for the complete pre-purchase inspection — the way most jobs are booked.
The core course
Pre-Purchase Building Inspector
Completed Residential Building Inspector (QLD)
- The essential qualification for pre-purchase building inspections
- Built around Australian Standard AS4349.1
- Practical: 2 residential inspections + a professional report
- Entry: Cert IV, Diploma or Degree in Building & Construction
- Entry: QBCC-licensed builder with 5+ years' experience
Building + pest essentials
Building + Timber Pest
- The two halves of a combined pre-purchase report
- Building inspection plus timber pest in one bundle
- The lean combo most inspectors start with
- Bundle pricing — cheaper than separate courses
Best value · full inspector
Building + Timber + General Pest
Building (QLD) + Timber + General Pest
- Qualify for the full pre-purchase inspection
- Building inspection plus timber & general pest
- The most work, and the most income per visit
- Save up to $500 vs buying the courses separately
Why AIT
Why choose Australian Inspector Training?
Trusted Australian provider
Backed by AIT — a registered training organisation (RTO 41516) trusted by students across the country.
Study online, anywhere
A fully online learning platform — access your materials whenever and wherever it suits you, 24/7.
Flexible & easy to use
An intuitive platform built for any skill level, so you can balance study with work and life.
Affordable instalments
Quality training at a price that works — spread the cost with a simple weekly payment plan.
6 months to complete
A generous window to finish at your own pace, with no fixed class times or exam dates.
Real trainer support
Pick up the phone and talk to experienced trainers whenever you're stuck — support is included.
Don't just take our word for it
Trusted by students across Australia
★★★★★ 5.0 rating · Verified by Google
"The Pre-Purchase Residential Building Inspector course through AIT was excellent. The training material, assessment methodology and support were great. I'd highly recommend any builder or tradie looking to extend their building knowledge to undertake the course."
"The whole experience with AIT was such a smooth process. The teachers are very helpful and the course information provided was very easy to understand. 10/10."
"Outstanding training and excellent personal service. Highly recommend AIT!"
"I recently completed my Pre-Purchase Building Inspector course and couldn't be happier. It was structured really well — clear, practical, and focused on the real-world knowledge needed to step confidently into the inspection industry."
"The real value kicked in after I finished. They nail the AS4349.1 compliance, which made getting my professional indemnity insurance easy and gave me instant credibility. If you're serious about starting an inspection business, this course is a great step."
"Chris and the team at AIT were extremely helpful and knowledgeable throughout. Well-organised, practical and full of valuable insights. I'd highly recommend AIT to anyone pursuing a career in inspections."
Getting started
Start today in 3 easy steps
Pay
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Enrol
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Start learning
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Simple pricing
Building inspector training from $1,195
Choose what suits your budget — pay upfront, or spread the cost over weekly instalments on our bundles. Full trainer support included either way.
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Use your trade experience and step into a flexible new career. Trainer support included — get started straight away.
