Hours: 6 hours per week, 18 weeks
Daytime: Wednesday
Next start date(s): February, September
Course Location: Lewisham Way Campus
Who's it for: Adult Learner 19+
Is this course for me?
This course suits those interested in a career in
the housing sector, or those already working in housing and who
want to improve prospects or prepare for further study. It is also
suitable for tenants looking to improve general awareness of
housing issues.
What will I study?
This course teaches the basic issues affecting rented housing. It
also looks at the different types of organisations in the sector.
Students develop specific housing communication skills and look at
the different roles within the sector and the abilities needed to
support them. Skills for working effectively in a team are also
learnt. A short period on work placement within a housing
organisation is undertaken in the latter half of the course.
Students are expected to arrange their own work
placements.
There are the following compulsory subjects:
- Housing Provision and Housing Organisations
- Customer Care in the Housing Context
- Careers and Opportunities in Housing
- Developing Skills for Working in Housing
What can I do next?
This can lead to the Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice
on a day-release or distance-learning basis (if students obtain
paid work or considerable amounts of voluntary work in the housing
sector). It may also be possible to progress to other Level 3
qualifications in areas such as the care sector.
This can lead to employment in:
Social housing management and private sector
lettings.
What are the entry requirements?
You will need to attend a written test of your English skills and
an interview.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is by written assignments and a
presentation.