The objective of this qualification is to provide you with an introduction to housing and to working in the sector.
To achieve the qualification you must pass all four units.
The range of services offered by landlords and housing organisations, who they deliver them with and how they are financed. Features of housing tenure and the relationship between landlord and tenant.
How to deal with customers and have an awareness of equality and diversity.
The range of roles in housing and what is required to fulfil them. You will explore your personal professional development.
The main types of dwellings across the housing stock and how they are maintained and repaired.
This qualification is for people that are aspiring to or working in the housing sector in Scotland.
If you are working in the housing sector and have not yet got a qualification, this is the one for you.
Qualification fees vary depending on where, how and with which centre you choose to study. Please contact your CIH approved study centre directly for further information.
This qualification is accredited by (Scottish Qualifications Authority) SQA at SCQF level 5 and intended for delivery to the Scottish market.
An SCQF level 5 qualification requires the learner to demonstrate an equal level of knowledge and/or skill to achieve their certificate as a level 2 qualification regulated by Ofqual (England) , Qualifications Wales (QW), or CCEA (Northern Ireland).
The content of this qualification, and knowledge and skill the learner must demonstrate is identical to the CIH level 2 Certificate in housing practice, regulated by Ofqual, QW & CCEA.
More information about the comparison of qualification levels across the UK can be found here.
CIH qualifications are delivered by our approved study centres. Centres will support you on your journey, working to the specification and the learning outcomes for each course.