The International Code Council California Codes Examination Information

The California Certification Program meets the intent of Assembly Bill No. 717, which requires certification and training of construction inspectors, plans examiners, and building officials.  It was designed for those jurisdictions requiring knowledge and application of the California Codes, and is deemed substantially equivalent to the corresponding Code Council certifications. Successful candidates can apply for the equivalent Code Council certifications.  See the Information Bulletin for information on how to transition to the Code Council certifications and how to transition from Code Council certifications to California-specific certifications.

California-specific examinations are now based on the 2007 California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes. 

2008 Examinations – Effective January 1, 2008

Transition to the California-Specific Exams

If you are currently certified in a Uniform Code (Legacy) or Code Council National Certification category, you can receive a California-specific certification by meeting online exam, seminar, and/or training requirements, along with completing a Transition Application.

For a list of equivalent National Code Council and 2007 California Code certifications, click here.

Transition Options:

If you are not sure of your Legacy certification status, click here to access the Certification Database. If further assistance is needed, please call 1-888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233).

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