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Free CIH Level 2 Housing Practice Course in Liverpool

CostFREE
Duration8 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCIH
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About this course

Free CIH Level 2 Housing Practice Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The Learning Foundry, part-time during the day. The course runs over 8 days, so it fits around other commitments. It covers the essentials of housing practice and is open to people new to housing, those already in a frontline housing role, and tenants or board members wanting a stronger understanding of the sector. You must be aged 19 or over and living in the Liverpool City Region to enrol. This is a recognised level 2 cih housing practice qualification that gives you a solid grounding in how housing services work.

Who this course is for

This qualification is suitable to anyone new to housing or who work in a frontline position and want to improve their general awareness of housing or get their initial qualification.

You may enrol if you are not currently working in housing but are considering a frontline housing position as a career option. It can also be useful for tenants, residents and board members wishing to enhance their personal involvement and understanding of housing

Entry requirements

Individuals must be aged 19+ and living in Liverpool City Region

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how social housing is organised and managed in the UK.
  • You'll learn about the rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords.
  • You'll explore how housing organisations deliver frontline services.
  • You'll develop knowledge of housing law and policy relevant to day-to-day practice.
  • You'll understand how housing providers support vulnerable residents and manage tenancies.
  • You'll gain awareness of the standards housing professionals are expected to meet.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Learning Foundry across 8 days of part-time study. Learning is delivered in a group setting, with tutor-led input and discussion. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks that you complete as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Learning Foundry will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Housing officer, managing tenancies and supporting residents
  • Repairs and maintenance coordinator for a housing association
  • Resident liaison officer, working between tenants and housing teams
  • Housing support worker, helping vulnerable tenants sustain their tenancy
  • Neighbourhood officer, handling local housing issues and complaints
  • Customer services advisor within a housing association or local authority

What you could study next

  • CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice: the natural next step if you want to move into a more senior housing role or meet the Competence and Conduct Standard required in the sector.
  • CIH Level 4 Certificate in Housing: suited to those moving into management or specialist housing roles.
  • Housing apprenticeships: if you're already employed in housing, a higher-level apprenticeship can build on your Level 2 qualification while you earn.
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