Anyone performing plan reviews, inspecting construction or equipment, or administering and enforcing the UCC must be certified by the Department of Labor & Industry in the category applicable t
Certification Reciprocity: Persons who obtain commercial inspection certifications may perform the same services in the residential sector.
The Pennsylvania Construction Codes Academy administers the Building Code Official Exam at the end of the BCO Academy or by request.
The Pennsylvania Construction Codes Academy (PCCA) is the result of multiple training partnerships with organizations throughout the Commonwealth
Calendar
BCO's Brunch and Learn (May 15, 2026) (Virtual)
Friday, May 15, 2026
Court Cases and Impacts on UCC Enforcement (May 21, 2026, virtual)
Thursday, May 21, 2026
BCO 101 Exam (May 27, 2026)- Virtual-Exam FULL
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Residential: Rentals and Bed and Breakfast (May 28, 2926, virtual)
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Duplicate Certificate (by request)
Monday, June 1, 2026