What is a measurement provider?

A radon measurement provider conducts radon tests to determine radon and/or radon decay product levels within structures. The first step to becoming a provider is to get the appropriate training. There is much more to know about testing for radon than just following instructions and placing a test device. Training will provide you with the knowledge about radon, its health effects, the variability of readings and how readings can be affected by indoor and outdoor conditions, placement, and many other factors. It will also give you the knowledge and training to be able to interpret results and provide your clients with more than just a number.

What is a radon mitigation service provider?

A radon mitigation service provider installs mitigation systems to reduce the levels of radon and/or radon decay products within structures. Like the measurement provider, the first step is to get the appropriate training. Mitigation providers need to know all aspects of measuring radon as well as the practical and technical aspects of installing mitigation systems.

What do the training courses involve?

The "Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurement Course" is a home study course. You are provided with 6 Audio CD ROM's, 1 DVD with videos of measurement devices, a Reference CD ROM with documents and resources. You also receive a course manual that includes key points from each track on the CD's and online review questions to reinforce the material.

The "Radon Mitigation Technology - Expanded Version" is the complete home study course for radon mitigation. It includes both the Measurement Course (which is a pre-requisite to the mitigation course) and the mitigation course. The measurement course includes everything listed above.  The mitigation course is in the same format as the measurement with audio CDs, a DVD, a reference CD ROM, a course manual, and online review questions.  In addition this course requires a 2-day mentoring session with a certified mitigator to provide you with hands-on experience.  ANC arranges this mentoring session for you.

These courses have been developed from the experience of over 20 years of offering a classroom course. The format provides you with the opportunity to complete the course at the pace your schedule can accommodate, as well as make sure you are provided with not only the technical aspects needed to become certified, but also the practical aspects of having a successful radon mitigation business.

This home study format has proven to be extremely successful in providing students with the information in such a way that it is reinforced and retained. The passing rate for the certification exam for students using the home study has consistently been over 92%.

With CERTI's extensive experience in conducting classroom courses and actually developing the radon certification program itself, the development of this home study format has proven to be extremely successful in providing students with the information in such a way that it is reinforced and retained. The passing rate for the certification exam for students using the home study has consistently been over 92%.

What if I have already completed an approved radon measurement course?

Students having previously completed an approved measurement course can register for the "Radon Mitigation Technology." 

How long does it take to complete the course?

The measurement course includes approximately 16-24 hours of course work. Typically students take about 2 weeks to complete the course, but there is no time limit for completing the course.   The mitigation course also includes approximately 16-24 hours of course work, plus the 16 hours of hands-on mentoring.