What You'll Learn
This comprehensive course provides housing counselors and community development professionals with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively counsel clients on homeownership, rental housing, and financial stability.
Whether you're new to housing counseling or looking to strengthen your foundational skills, this course will equip you with evidence-based strategies and tools to support clients in achieving their housing goals.
- Understand the fundamentals of HUD-approved housing counseling and compliance requirements
- Conduct effective client intake assessments and develop personalized action plans
- Guide clients through the homeownership process from pre-purchase to post-purchase support
- Provide rental counseling and tenant education services
- Assess client financial readiness and develop budget counseling strategies
- Identify and connect clients with appropriate housing resources and assistance programs
- Document counseling sessions and maintain compliance with HUD reporting requirements
- Apply ethical principles and best practices in client counseling relationships
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Course Curriculumr
Who This Course Is For
Ideal For:
- New housing counselors entering the field
- Community development professionals expanding into counseling roles
- Nonprofit staff supporting affordable housing programs
- Anyone seeking HUD housing counseling certification
- CDC staff providing homeownership education
What to Expect
Welcome to this accelerated 4-day faculty-led course which is designed for optimal interactivity and engagement. Days 1 and 3, are each comprised of a total of 4 hours of live online instruction, divided into two sessions with a 1-hour break in between. Days 2 and 4 are dedicated to self-paced completion of all activities and assignments. All required coursework is due by 11:59 p.m. PT on the designated day of class.
Pre-Work & Preparation
Complete all pre-work by provided deadlines
Active Participation
Attend live sessions and engage in collaborative activities
Software Requirements
Microsoft Excel and Zoom proficiency required
Hardware Setup
Dual monitors, webcam, and file management capabilities
Budget Exercises
Six hands-on Excel assignments for practical application
Learning Reinforcement
Assignments designed to strengthen real-world skills
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