CIH Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Homeless People
Download qualification specificationQualification number
603/0200/8
Description
The objective of this qualification is to provide individuals with the knowledge and understanding required to support homeless people at an operational level. The qualification explores core areas of homelessness.
Aims & Outcomes
On achievement of this qualification you will:
- have skills and knowledge for supporting homeless people.
Eligibility
The qualification is for people who:
- are working or resident in the UK,
- work supporting homeless people and want to develop their skills and knowledge
- already have a level 2 qualification and / or experience of working in housing
Qualification outline
The qualification has four mandatory units:
- Homelessness services and prevention
- Involving housing service users
- Professional practice skills for housing
- Role of the support worker for independent living
The following additional unit may be offered to broaden the learning:
- Homelessness amongst ex-offenders
Where you can study
The qualification is new as at 1st September 2016 and supercedes the CIH Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Homeless People (QCF). See link for centres currently offering the previous qualification.What to do next
- Contact the CIH awarding organisation to discuss becoming approved to deliver this qualification.
- Contact your preferred centre for details of how to apply to study this qualification.
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