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Fundamentals of Code Enforcement Course and Exam

Fundamentals Exam Retakes Available

Sept. 14-18, 2026

Orange County

Specific Location to be announced

Schedule

Course: 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday-Thursday, 8:00-12:00 Friday

Exam: 1:00-3:00pm Friday (open for Fundamentals retake exams also, contact btibbett@usf.edu for info)


The modules listed below make up the 36 hours of course work required for the Fundamentals certification.


Course Overview:

  • Principles and Best Practices of Code Enforcement
  • Property Research and Ownership
  • Legal Aspects of Code Enforcement
  • Ethics
  • Verbal Communication
  • Report Writing


Certificates are awarded upon completion of 40 class hours AND passing score of 70% of the Fundamentals Certification Exam.

Course Cost

FACE Members $600

Non-Members $800


Exam Cost

FACE Members $100

Non-Members $150

Hotel Information

Hotel details to be announced.





 

Additional Information


REGISTRATION: You will be registering and paying for the class and the exam at the same time. AFTER you complete payments, you will receive a receipt and registration confirmation email. Registrations are confirmed only after payment is received. Registration will close Aug. 21 or when the class is filled. If you are unable to pay by credit card and need an invoice to pay by check, email btibbett@usf.edu to request an invoice.


Non-member Registration: If you are not a FACE member, contact btibbett@usf.edu for separate registration and payment.


CONFIRMATION OF REGISTRATION: You will receive a confirmation email and payment receipt upon registration and payment of CLASS & EXAM fees. You do not have a seat in the class until payment and registration is completed.


COMFORT: Coffee will be provided in the morning but refreshments and all meals are on your own each day. There is no guarantee of microwave or refrigerator availability on site. Bring sweater/jacket, refillable water bottle, seat cushion.


NON-PAYMENT: No person may attend FACE training or take an exam if approved payment has not been made prior to the registration deadline.


REFUNDS: Must be requested in writing and received no later than the registration and payment deadline of Aug.10, 2026. Fees will be refunded less a $75 administrative charge. All monies are forfeited beyond this date. Non-attendance does not constitute a withdrawal or refund request.


CONTACT: If you have any questions or need additional information, please email btibbett@usf.edu