Training Services

Florida Association of Code Enforcement

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The Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) was established to study and advance the science and practice of Code Enforcement statewide through training, certification, and the exchange of ideas, information, and code enforcement techniques.

We're pleased to coordinate certification classes and provide professional development training to code enforcement personnel within our service area. FACE has four levels of curriculum for certification. Please read through the bottom of this page for details on registration and exams. 

Fundamentals of Code EnforcemenT

  • Report Writing
  • Communication Skills
  • Legal Aspects
  • Property Ownership
  • Ethics
  • Principles & Practices

Upcoming Fundamentals Courses, Exams, exam retakes

Oct. 13-17, 2025 - Pasco County - FULL Registration Closed - for wait list information contact btibbett@usf.edu

Monday-Thursday 8 AM 鈥� 5 PM, Friday 8 AM - 12 PM
Exam: Friday 1 PM - 3 PM 

NEW Location (updated 6/30/25):
Pasco County Safety Town, Home Depot Building Classroom
15362 Alric Pottberg Road
Shady Hills, Florida 

Fundamentals Exam Retake - Dec. 12, 2025

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
USF Tampa EDU building, room 411

Bring ID for entry. Check in begins at 9:30.
 (be prepared to pay in full and to enter past exam dates and locations during registration)

Check back soon for Spring 2026 courses.

 

Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement

  • Manager's Role in Code Enforcement
  • Media Relations
  • Records Management
  • Employment Laws
  • Performance Management
  • Stress Management
  • Time Management
  • Public Speaking

Upcoming Administrative Aspects Courses, Exams, exam retakes

Administrative Aspects Exam Retake - Dec. 12, 2025

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
USF Tampa EDU building, room 411

Bring ID for entry. Check in begins at 9:30.
(be prepared to pay in full and to enter past exam dates and locations during registration)

Check back soon for Spring 2026 courses.

Legal Issues in Code EnforcemenT 

  • Mock Code Board Hearing
  • Case Development
  • Special Issues
  • Code Enforcement Board Evidentiary Issues
  • Local Government Ordinances
  • Mock Citation Trial
  • Other Legal Options
  • Testifying and Demeanor 

Upcoming Legal issues Courses, Exams, exam retakes

Legal Issues Exam Retake - Dec. 12, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
USF Tampa EDU building, room 411

Bring ID for entry. Check in begins at 9:30.
(be prepared to pay in full and to enter past exam dates and locations during registration)

Check back soon for Spring 2026 courses.

 

Officer Safety and Field Applications

  • Practical Applications
  • Conflict and Defensive Tactics
  • Courtest and Respect
  • Human Behavior, Diversity and Culture
  • People of Special Concerns
  • People of Special Concerns
  • Substance Abuse
  • Officer Survival Considerations
  • Animal Encounter Issues
  • Hazardous Materials/Situations and Incident Command

Check back soon for Spring 2026 courses.

Exam Requirements

*In order to be eligible for the exam, you must have completed all sections of the classroom instruction. The exam fee is $100 for Active Members, and $150 for Non-Members.

If you need any special consideration or accommodations at testing time for medical or any other reason, please submit your request via the link below no less than 30 days prior to exam date. 

Exam ADA Accommodations

This application should be submitted 30 days prior to the candidate鈥檚 assigned examination.  Requests must be supported by documentation certifying the disability from a qualified professional appropriate for evaluating the disability, licensed pursuant to Chapters 490 (Psychological Services), 458 (Medical Practice), 459 (Osteopathy), 461 (Podiatry), 463 (Optometry), or 468 Part I (Speech Language Pathology and Audiology), Florida Statutes.  Review of a request for test accommodations will be deferred until the necessary documentation is submitted.

FACE Exam ADA Accommodations Request Form 

Class Details

Class size is limited and registration will be closed when capacity has been reached. The registration fee includes course materials. Participants will be on their own for lunch. Due to the strong interest in the certification program and limitations on class size, registrations will be confirmed only if they are accompanied by payment.

Become a FACE Member

Annual membership with the Florida Association of Code Enforcement ($25-$35) will entitle you to discounts on training, education, and the annual conference registration. You will also receive five issues annually of the organization's newsletter known as "INTERFACE".

Course Refund Policy

Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing and received no later than one week prior to the first day of classes. In such cases, the registration fee, less a $75 administration charge, will be refunded. No requests for refunds will be honored after that date. Non-attendance does not constitute a withdrawal or refund.

EXAM REFUND POLICY

Request for refunds must be submitted in writing and received no later than one week prior to the exam date. In such cases, the registration fee, less a $15 administration charge, will be refunded. No requests for refunds will be honored after that date. Non-attendance does not constitute a withdrawal or refund.