The Professional Studies Program

Successful completion of each level and appointment by a Municipality to work in the capacity of a Qualified Building Official, means that scope may be carried out and enforced.

Each Level of Qualification has its scope of practice;

There are three levels of Qualification in the Professional Studies Program; Residential, Level 1, and Level 2.

NSBOA offers an Intern Level for individuals who are looking to become a Building Official but who may not have a professional or educational background in the trades, design, or engineering.

Level 2 Certification:

Individuals who hold Level 2 Qualification will have the opportunity to apply for Level 2 Certification. This can be obtained through ample experience working as a Level 2 Qualified Building Official and conducting Level 2 Inspections.