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NSPIRE for Voucher Training Online

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Don’t miss your chance to take our new NSPIRE training online!

This class is designed specifically for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) and Continuum of Care programs to help you succeed on future inspections!

NSPIRE for Voucher 2-Day Course

Next Webinar 6/17-6/18/25 (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST)

  • NSPIRE History and Background
  • NSPIRE Administrative Regulations for HCV and CoC
  • Overview of Inspector Tasks and Conduct
  • Types of Inspections and Outcomes
  • Owner and Tenant Relations
  • The HUD NSPIRE for HCV Checklist
  • All the NSPIRE deficiencies in the three new inspection areas (Inside, Outside, and Units)
  • Pass/Fail Standards and Corrective Timelines
  • How to Transition from HQS to NSPIRE
  • New Smoke Detector Requirements
  • Summary of Inspection Process
  • Online Exam is Included!

What is Included?

This live webinar will feature PowerPoint, mock exercises, group discussion, and our 2-day NSPIRE spiral workbook (which includes photographs, resources, and checklists).

In addition, the class is taught by Alejandro Dominguez, owner of UPCS Inspectors LLC and experienced inspection trainer.

UPCS Inspectors LLC is a REAC RAP Contractor up to date on all the latest changes with NSPIRE.

Online Exam

UPCS Inspectors LLC ensures the quality of the course provided. The online exam is administered by ClassMarker.com.

There is no additional charge for the comprehension exam at the end of the course.

After the class, all registered attendees will be provided an online link to take the exam.

Students that pass the exam will be able to download and print a course certificate.

Who Should Attend?

Anybody who is involved in Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) or Continuum of Care (CoC) should take this class.

Above all, we don’t just think of ourselves as trainers.  UPCS Inspectors LLC strives to support our clients with their goals, help solve their problems, and get them where they want to be.

Testimonials from Our Inspection Classes

  • “It was a great and very informational class. The instructor was amazing!” – Minnesota
  • “It was a pleasure taking this class. It provided great clarity for the inspections that I will be doing.” – New York
  • “I think this course was very informative and essential to complete a thorough inspection.” – Maryland
  • “The mix of lecture with opportunities for interaction was great. Slides and book serve as great resources to use later to apply knowledge. Thank you!” – Florida
  • “Very well informed. The instructor answered all questions and was very understandable.”- Texas
  • “This class was great. My instructor made the class fun and there was never a dull moment. I would recommend this course for anyone wanting to learn how to do Section 8 Inspections.” – Kentucky

Registration

$425 per attendee. $375 per attendee for group of five or more. PLUS ONLINE EXAM IS INCLUDED!

Please register seven days before the class date to receive your materials on time.

Any late registrants will be emailed digital copies of the PowerPoint, but we cannot guarantee the course binder will arrive on time.

After you indicate your preferred payment option you will be emailed a separate online invoice.

You can download a printable version of the registration form here if you prefer.

Questions? Contact us at education@upcsinspectors.com or 512-653-6999.

    Cancellation Policy: If you are not able to attend this NSPIRE training, you must notify UPCS Inspectors LLC via email seven calendar days before the class date to receive full refund.

    Substitutions are accepted.

    Cancellations less than seven days before the class date will be billed for any course materials that were shipped and processed, along with any credit card processing fees.

    UPCS Inspectors LLC reserves the right to cancel the webinar at any time.

    If a webinar is cancelled, registration fees will be refunded in full.

    NSPIRE for REAC Training Online

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    Don’t miss your chance to take our highly rated NSPIRE for REAC training online!

    This one-day course will prepare you for REAC inspections and help you succeed!

    NSPIRE for REAC Preparation Training Online

    Next Webinar: 3/12/25 (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST)

    • Introduction to REAC (why a good score matters).
    • Explanation of Scoring (don’t waste time and money on items that will not affect your score).
    • Overview of Inspector Tasks and Conduct (how to maintain control of the inspection).
    • Pre-Inspection, Inspection Day, and Post Inspection duties (with checklists).
    • Breakdown of highest scoring NSPIRE deficiencies (with a booklet of all NSPIRE deficiencies).
    • Industry updates that can impact your score.

    This seminar includes PowerPoint, group discussion, and class materials. Class materials include photographs of actual deficiencies, mock inspection exercises, and our inspection preparation checklists.

    What is Included?

    This live webinar will feature PowerPoint, mock exercises, group discussion, and our 1-day NSPIRE spiral workbook (which includes photographs, resources, and checklists).

    In addition, the class is taught by Alejandro Dominguez, owner of UPCS Inspectors LLC and experienced inspection trainer.

    Alejandro founded this company in 2015 as a REAC Certified Inspector and Contractor. UPCS Inspectors LLC was recognized by REAC in 2017 as an Outstanding Business Partner.

    Who Should Attend?

    Anybody who is involved with Public Housing, Multi-Family, and Service Mortgagee properties that go through REAC inspections should take this course.

    Our classes are tailored for housing management professionals, maintenance personnel, and inspectors interested in thorough training of the NSPIRE protocol. Even if you have attended an NSPIRE class in the past, there are several reasons to attend our class. Some reasons include:

    • You have an inspection coming up and your staff needs a refresher.
    • You have a change in staff and new hires with no REAC experience.
    • You want to see an improvement in your REAC scores.
    • You want to keep up with all the latest changes from NSPIRE.

    Testimonials

    • “It was a great and very informational class. The instructor was amazing!” – Minnesota
    • “The training course was great! All questions are addressed perfectly!” – Louisiana
    • “Awesome class and we learned so much! Very fun and educational!” – Washington
    • “The mix of lecture with opportunities for interaction was great. Slides and book serve as great resources to use later to apply knowledge. Thank you!” – Florida
    • “Very well informed. The instructor answered all questions and was very understandable.”- Texas
    • “We received so much more information than any other classes we’ve taken!” – Arizona

    Registration

    $195 per attendee. $175 per attendee for group of five or more.

    Please register seven days before the class date to receive your materials on time.

    Any late registrants will be emailed digital copies of the PowerPoint, but we cannot guarantee the course binder will arrive on time.

    After you indicate your preferred payment option you will be emailed a separate online invoice.

    You can download a printable version of the registration form here if you prefer.

    Questions? Contact us at education@upcsinspectors.com or 512-653-6999.

      Cancellation Policy: If you are not able to attend this NSPIRE training, you must notify UPCS Inspectors LLC via email seven calendar days before the class date to receive full refund.

      Substitutions are accepted.

      Cancellations less than seven days before the class date will be billed for any course materials that were shipped and processed, along with any credit card processing fees.

      UPCS Inspectors LLC reserves the right to cancel the webinar at any time.

      If a webinar is cancelled, registration fees will be refunded in full.

      NSPIRE News: Extension for HCV Till 10/1/24

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      NSPIRE Deadlines for HCV

      Today HUD posted in the Federal Register an extension for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs on NSPIRE compliance.

      NSPIRE Extended to 10/1/24

      This notice will allow Housing Choice Voucher programs to switch from Housing Quality Standards (HQS) to NSPIRE anytime between 10/1/23 and 10/1/24.

      What is Missing?

      Per the notice, HUD still plans to post an Administrative Notice sometime in the future. It appears this will take place after the original 10/1/23 deadline.

      This is one of the reasons why Housing Choice Voucher programs will want to wait to switch NSPIRE.

      Today’s notice allows you to wait to take NSPIRE training and transition to NSPIRE inspections once everything is officially posted for Housing Choice Voucher.

      You Must Contact HUD

      Please review the notice because there are procedures to follow with an email to your HUD field office.

      Source: Federal Register Notice Date Published: 9/28/23

      Pre-Register for NSPIRE Training

      Join the wait list for the first NSPIRE for HCV Online training.

      Be the first to find out when all notices have been published and the class date has been announced.

      Above all, this class is being developed specifically for Section 8 staff and stakeholders to help you succeed.

      Click here to learn more.

      Back By Demand! HQS Training Online

      With the extension, we have received multiple requests for immediate HQS training for new inspectors from multiple clients.

      Until NSPIRE is complete, you must continue to perform HQS inspections until you transition to NSPIRE is complete.

      After all NSPIRE HCV documents are published, we will begin to host that class on a monthly basis, so your team can take that class any time before the 10/1/24 extension deadline.

      Visit our HQS Training Online page to find out more.

      We Are Here to Help

      Questions? Contact us at education@upcsinspectors.com.

      NSPIRE News: Extension for CPD Till 10/1/24

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      Today HUD posted in the Federal Register an extension for Community and Planning Development (CPD) programs on NSPIRE compliance.

      NSPIRE Extended to 10/1/24

      This notice will allow Community Planning and Development programs to switch from Housing Quality Standards (HQS) or Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) to NSPIRE anytime between 10/1/23 and 10/1/24.

      What Programs Does This Apply To?

      HUD is extending the compliance date for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) and Housing Trust Fund (HTF), Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA), Emergency Solution Grants (ESG) and Continuum of Care (COC) programs (“CPD programs”) until October 1, 2024.

      When Should I Switch to NSPIRE?

      Today’s notice allows you to wait to take NSPIRE training and transition to NSPIRE inspections.

      Per the notice, HUD still plans to post additional guidance for CPD, especially the HOME program, sometime in the future.

      At the same time, the participating jurisdictions are allowed to switch to NSPIRE whenever they choose after 10/1/23.

      For now, we recommend the HOME program wait to transition from UPCS to NSPIRE, but that CoC can begin to covert to NSPIRE from HQS whenever convenient.

      Source: Federal Register Notice Date Published: 9/18/23

      NPSIRE Training Online

      Don’t miss your chance to take our new NSPIRE training online!

      This class is designed specifically for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) and Continuum of Care programs to help you succeed on future inspections!

      We have classes in November, December, and January for your convenience!

      Visit our NSPIRE for HCV Training Online page to find out more.

      REAC News: NSPIRE Scoring Finalized

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      On 7/7/23, HUD published the final NSPIRE Scoring Notice in the Federal Register.

      The notice addresses:

      • Explanation of the new REAC scoring model
      • Public comments from the March 2023 proposed notice
      • Comparisons between NSPIRE and UPCS scoring
      • The “Unit Threshold of Performance” that will cause an automatic fail
      • The new unit sample size
      • Duplicate defects inside the units
      • Which of the NSPIRE deficiencies will have zero point values
      • NSPIRE deficiencies that will have a grace period till 10/1/24

      You can read the notice in the Federal Register.

      Learn NSPIRE Scoring

      Don’t let the new score changes catch you by surprise on your next REAC!

      The new scoring system will be covered in our new NSPIRE for REAC Online Training.

      This two-day course will teach you all the NSPIRE deficiencies and help you succeed on future NSPIRE inspections!

      Anybody who is involved in Public Housing and Multi-Family Housing should take this class.

      We Will Prepare You For NSPIRE

      UPCS Inspectors LLC is a REAC RAP Contractor and we have stayed up to date on all the latest changes.

      Above all, we strive to support our clients with the transition to NSPIRE and to be successful in this industry.

      Visit our NSPIRE Online Training page for more information.

      Questions? Contact us at education@upcsinspectors.com.

      Meet Our Founder

      Founded in 2015 by owner Alejandro Dominguez, UPCS Inspectors LLC is a full service inspection company that specializes in annual inspections, NSPIRE training, and REAC consultation for the housing industry. In addition, UPCS Inspectors LLC is a contract vendor for the US … Read More

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      UPCS Inspectors LLC
      2027 Coats Circle
      Austin, TX 78748

      P: 512-653-6999
      E: alejandro@upcsinspectors.com