Hours: 6 hours per week, 36 weeks
Morning: Tuesday
Afternoon: Tuesday
Next start date(s): September
Course Location: Lewisham Way Campus
What will I study?
This course explores the three core units for the CIH Level 3
Certificate in Housing plus the six units for the Housing Aid and
Advice Pathway. This course consolidates knowledge in this area and
provides a qualification accredited by the Chartered Institute of
Housing (CIH).
Subjects:
- Social factors affecting housing in the UK
- The delivery of housing services in the UK
- Professional practice skills for housing
- The framework for housing advice
- Introducing social welfare
- Housing and the law
- Occupancy, tenure and lettings
- Managing disputes and anti-social behaviour
- Homelessness services and prevention
What can I do next?
This can lead to promotion or a change of job. Many
students have gone on to higher level programmes of study.
This can lead to employment in:
Social housing management
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is through a mixture of written assignments, multiple
choice exam, presentations and portfolios and is moderated by the
Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH). Assignments are related to
the application of knowledge in the workplace. Students are also
required to undertake a range of practical tasks in their place of
work and to write reflectively about these. Students meet regularly
with tutors to help plan studies and discuss progress.
What are the entry requirements?
You will need to be working in a suitable job on a paid or
voluntary basis and attend an assessment and interview.