Mold, Methods, Protocols & Reporting

This course is designed to provide informative content about mold as well as, help home inspectors learn necessary skills involving air and surface sampling methods, sampling protocols, and mold report interpretation.

Mold test results are only as good as the sampling process. As an inspector, it’s important to have a well-defined sampling plan. When to collect, the appropriate types to collect, and the proper method for collection ensure that your lab results are defensible and easy to interpret.

Benefits of Adding Mold & Air Sampling Services Include:

• Enhancement of knowledge & skills
• Increased client confidence
• Diversify your business
• Make more money per inspection
• Protection for you and your business

This course will expand your knowledge and skills allowing you to expand your business and add additional revenue streams.

Registration is limited to provide the maximum student interaction.

Course outline
This Course Covers...

• What are fungi and Molds?
• Introduction to the characteristics of fungi
• Mold Growth - How does mold grow
• Investigating & recognizing mold growth
• Understanding Mold Growth & the Effects in an Indoor Environment
• Effective Mold Sampling Strategies
• How to Interpret Laboratory Reports
• Inspection techniques & equipment.

Meet Your Instructor

Beth Stevens - Microbial Express Labs

Education:

Master of Environmental Science, Clemson University, Dec. 2009Bachelor of Science Degree- Biology Minor- Chemistry, Coastal Carolina University, May 2003

Experience: 

Current: Owner/Environmental Analysts, Microbial Express Labs, Greenville, SC 29607 Specializing in air and water testing offering service to residential, commercial, and industrial clients.

Previous Experience:

• Adjunct Instructor, Biological Science Department, Greenville Technical College, Greenville, SC, Jan. 2010-May 2021
• Adjunct Instructor, Environmental Science and Sustainability, University of Phoenix, Online July 2011-Present
• Analyst, Southeast Environmental Microbiology Laboratory, Greenville, SC 
• Quality Assurance Chemist, Span Packaging Services, Greenville, SC requirements
• Quality Assurance Microbiologist, Bausch & Lomb, Greenville, SC 
• Laboratory Instructor, Biology Department, Clemson University, Clemson, SC August 2008- May 2009

Beth is an Approved NC Home Inspector Licensure Board Instructor IEC 241

Continuing Education Credits Included

NCLHIB Approved for 2 CEs

Cost, Discounts and Refunds

• Early registration $129 (before April 22)  Regular registration $149
• Free for CASA Inspector Community members 
  
• Refund Policy: 100% Refunds,  Credit issued for cancellation 1 week prior to event, see website for full details.
• Lodging and travel expenses are not included in the registration fee.