25 Jun 2024 ● CIH
An introduction to CIH career resources and housing qualifications
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When working in the housing sector you can find things fast moving and hard to keep up with the best practice in the industry. With the new Social Housing (Regulation) Act some housing professionals working in England are required to have a certain level of qualification, and we're seeing professionalism being addressed in all nations. This article gives you a taste of some of the CIH resources that are available to support you to be a better housing professional.
***New staff training available***
Introduction to social housing for new staff: Social housing in England is a £200 billion industry with an amazing history. This online training course will provide you with both big picture vision and aspirations of social housing, as well as exploring the day-to-day practicalities and challenges within the sector. This training will be valuable for anyone who works in social housing that wants a better understanding of the history of social housing and the fundamentals.
CIH career resources
- New to housing: If you are new to the sector this is a great starting point to get up to speed on all things housing.
- Roles in housing: Looking to start your career in housing – here are some examples of some of the roles on offer.
- Professional standards: Find out more about how you can be a better housing professional with our professional standards.
- Apprenticeships: Considering other ways to becoming a better housing professional? Apprenticeships could be your option.
- Mentoring benefits: As a member you can take advantage of our mentoring programme to help share best practice.
- Good practice: Read how organisations are doing when it comes to professionalism and training in the sector.
CIH housing qualifications
CIH housing qualifications are designed with the housing sector, for the housing sector. Establish yourself as a professional in the housing sector and ensure you have the theoretical knowledge, essential skills, and learning to perform at the highest level in your job and thrive in your career.
CIH qualifications are delivered by our approved study centres. Centres will support you on your journey, working to the specification and the learning outcomes for each course. Courses can be offered part-time, full-time, blended or via online learning. You can view all our approved study centres at https://www.cih.org/study-centres.
Find the right qualification for you...
Whether you’re starting out in the housing sector or are an experienced professional, we have qualifications suited to you. CIH qualifications range from level two for anyone new to the housing sector, through to postgraduate certificates for those in strategic management roles. Select the level for you to find the right qualification to suit your experience and ambitions.
Level two qualifications
If you are new to the housing sector or wish to pursue a career in the housing sector, our level two qualifications are designed to provide you with an introduction to the subject and are suitable for residents, assistants and administrators. Follow the links below to find out more:
- CIH Level 2 Certificate in Housing Practice
- CIH Level 2 Award in Letting and Managing Residential Property
- CIH Level 2 Award in Involvement in Housing and Communities
- CIH Certificate in Housing Practice at SCQF Level 5 - Scotland
- CIH Award in Neighbourhood Maintenance at SCQF Level 5 - Scotland
Level three qualifications
Our level three qualifications are designed to provide you with contextual and specialised knowledge to support you in your role and career. They are suitable for housing practitioners who are already working in the sector e.g. officers and co-ordinators. On completion of a certificate at this level of qualification you can become a certified practitioner member of CIH. Follow the links below to find out more:
- CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice
- CIH Level 3 Certificate in Letting and managing residential property
- CIH Level 3 Certificate in Providing Homelessness Services
- CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Services
- CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Maintenance and Asset Management
- CIH Level 3 Award in Housing Practice
- CIH Certificate in Letting and Managing Residential Property at SCQF Level 6
Level four qualifications
Our level four qualifications are designed to explore in greater depth the contextual and specialised knowledge for the housing professional. They are suitable for supervisors and managers. On completion of a qualification at this level you can become a certified practitioner member of CIH. Follow the links below to find out more about each qualification:
Level five qualification
Our level five qualification is designed to explore the contextual and specialised knowledge for the housing manager. On completion of a qualification at this level you can become a chartered member of CIH. Follow the links below to find out more about each qualification:
