FLIR ITC Infrared Certification: Level 1

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Level 1 Infrared Thermography Certification

In this certification course, you’ll learn how infrared cameras make and capture images, how to take accurate temperature measurements with an infrared camera, and all of the foundational science you’ll need to get the most out of your camera. Plus, you’ll discover how to conduct safe thermographic inspections in a variety of common use cases and create basic reports so you can share your findings with team members, customers, and other stakeholders. In short, a Level I/Category I certification gives you all the tools you need to begin your journey as a safe, capable thermographer, getting the most value out of your investment in infrared cameras and adding tremendous value to your organization or business.

What you will learn:

• The factors that make thermal images look the way they do and how these factors influence temperature measurement accuracy.
• Infrared image analysis and interpretation techniques.
• The basics of infrared science concepts such as emissivity, reflected apparent temperature, heat transfer, and the influence of the atmosphere.
• Inspection technique fundamentals, including advice on data collection, how to approach different types of inspections, and important safety considerations.
• What information to include in a report and how to use thermal analysis software to quickly create simple, easy-to-understand reports.
• Hands-on exercises that let you get practical experiences of the theoretical concepts taught throughout the week.
• Vital application-specific insights for electrical, mechanical, and building inspections.

Your course fee covers:

• Live Course Instruction for 4 Days (8hr. sessions each day)
  
• Instructional Course Manual
  
• Hands-on Practical Lab Exercises
  
• Certification Exam
  
• Certification Documents

Students who complete all training course requirements receive a Level I Infrared Thermography Certification

Accreditation
Continuing Education Credits:
ITC: 24 CEUs 
NETA: 16 Continuing Technical Development Credits (CTDs)

What do you need?

Whether attending your course online or in the classroom, students will be required to complete various labs & exercises throughout the duration of the course. For these you will need

• IR Camera*
• Laptop or tablet computer
• Installed IR Reporting Software (The free starter version of FLIR's Thermal Studio Suite is ok)

* Completion of hands-on labs & exercises will be required, so please bring your thermal camera to class. 

• If you do not have access to a camera, you can rent one through Teledyne FLIR by calling 866-477-3687 ext. 1. If you're attending one of the in-person classes at InterNACHI's House of Horrors, please contact us (Inspector Outlet) to borrow an IR camera free of charge. 
• If you are attending the course with a colleague or friend you may share a camera, however it is recommended no more than three students per camera.

To Purchase:
When purchasing, please choose above whether you’d like to take the class in person at InterNACHI’s Colorado House of Horrors location, or at any of the other in-person or online class locations and dates listed below that ITC offers.
InterNACHI Members, please click here for ordering instructions

Course Schedule

InterNACHI's House of Horrors in Boulder, CO:
Level 1 Classroom: March 24-27, 2026

ITC's Other Locations and Dates:

Classroom

Online

After completing your purchase you will be contacted by a representative to schedule your course. Other than the options listed above, you do not need to choose a specific ITC course time or location before purchase.