Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)

Supporting housing professionals to create a future in which everyone has a place to call home.

We'd like to wish everyone a Happy Christmas and all the very best for the festive season! Our offices will be closed from Christmas Eve until 2 Jan 2026. If you'd like to get in touch, please email customer@cih.org and we'll pick this up when we return. Stay safe and have a happy New Year!

The standard is being implemented in the social housing sector in 2026, and means managers will need to be fully qualified in a relevant subject. The change also brings with it the chance to raise professionalism in the sector.

Get your 2026 off to the best start as a member of CIH. Make sure you renew to maintain access to all your member benefits, including events, resources, networking opportunities, and professional development tools.

Explore our newly revised fast-track, experiential routes to chartered membership.

Membership

Gain recognition across the sector for your commitment to professionalism, be part of a global community and receive access to member-exclusive events.

About membership Benefits Corporate membership

Education

Our goal is simple – we provide everyone involved in housing with the skills, knowledge and behaviours you need to be brilliant.

Qualifications Training Apprenticeships Study with the CIH Housing Academy

Events

CIH events are brilliant opportunities to learn with inspiring and challenging speakers from housing and beyond, to build networks with colleagues, solve problems and scan the horizon.

Upcoming events Exhibition and sponsorship