CIH Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Homeless People

CIH scheme code 3H11

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

Approved centres:

• Birmingham YMCA
• Centre for Housing and Support
• CIH Housing Academy
• Dutton Fisher & Associates
• Liverpool YMCA 

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.