According to UCC training and certification regulations, the Department of Labor & Industry accepts examinations administered by the Department or other nationally recognized testing programs approved by the Department, including but not limited to:

• The International Code Council (ICC)
• National Certification Program for Construction Code Inspectors (NCPCCI-Prometric)
• Pearson VUE

Applicants may register for up to three certification examinations on any one given test date.

Paper-and-pencil examinations offered by ICC are administered at specific locations throughout the state four times a year. To register for paper-and-pencil testing, applicants must complete an ICC Examination Application and submit it to ICC Examination Services. For additional information, Click here for the 2011 ICC National Examination Information Bulletin.

Computer-based tests are available by appointment, and provide an easy solution for those who prefer more flexibility. Both NCPCCI – Prometric and Pearson VUE offer computer-based exams at locations throughout the state. Click here for testing information through Pearson VUE. Click here for the NCPCCI National Certification Program Candidate Information.

Note: Passing a national certification examination does not automatically confer a Pennsylvania certification. You must apply to the Department of Labor & Industry and submit the appropriate documentation and application fees in order to receive your state certification. Please see the above state-certification section for information on applying for certification.