Career development

Helping you to do your job brilliantly

Ask many people who work in housing how they arrived there and very few will say that they always wanted to be a housing officer. Many however, will tell you that they became part of the housing sector by accident or they "fell into housing".

Some may say that housing as a career is one of the best kept secrets ever. A career in housing is varied, often challenging but hugely rewarding.

Get qualified »

qualifications, open doors

Our team of housing and education specialists design and deliver world-class qualifications so you have the skills and knowledge you need to progress your career in housing.

Whether you're just starting out on your career, or have been working in housing for many years -  we have a qualification to suit you.

Career advice »

ladder, growth

 

We have a range of advice and guidance especially designed for careers advisers.

Read the 'why housing' booklet and sign up to our careers bulletin.

Working in housing »

Love what you do, post-it notes

We're here to help you to develop your career and support your aspirations.

Whether you are looking to start your career in housing or looking to progress and would like help with your professional development - we have a range of resources to support you.


Delivering our qualifications »

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We are the largest awarding body for housing qualifications in the UK. 

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality, relevant and up-to-date qualifications for everyone in housing - read about how to become an acredited centre.

 

Qualifications from CIH

Every year 20,000 people learn with us. See how CIH can help be part of your career-long commitment to learning.
 

Getting the best from our site

Read our 'how to' guide - it explains how to use our search and finder tools and gives you tips and tricks for getting the best out of our new site.

 

In-house qualifications

Choosing CIH training to come to your organisation to deliver an accredited programme is the first step towards equipping your employees with the skills and expert knowledge they need to be better housing professionals.

Download the brochure to find out more
 

Sign up for our free careers email

Want to find out how CIH is equipping individuals and organisations with the skills and knowledge to support the housing sector? Keep up to date with job opportunities, career developments and much more.

Suscribe today - update your email preferences in the 'My CIH' area and select 'careers email'