Housing Officer Training

Housing Officer Training is a course that develops knowledge of housing law, tenancy management, and resident support, preparing learners with the skills needed to handle housing issues, provide guidance, and manage community housing services effectively.

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Extra Included:

  • Enrolment Letter
  • One Prompt CV Builder
  • Unlimited Free Retake Exams
  • Free CPD Accredited Certificate
  • The course was audited and updated on: 10th October, 2025

Overview of Housing Officer Training Course

Housing officers play a vital role in managing social housing, ensuring fair access, supporting tenants, and maintaining properties. The course delivers knowledge and skills required to succeed in housing.

Modules cover responsibilities including tenant selection, income management, anti-social behaviour, property safety, and encouraging resident involvement. Learners also build competence in communication, negotiation, organisation, and stress management.

Training provides confidence in handling housing challenges effectively while developing professional expertise for career progression across local authorities, housing associations, and wider community organisations.

learning Outcomes of Housing Officer Training Course

Method Of Assessment​

You will take a multiple-choice exam that is automatically marked. This exam will test your understanding of key topics from the course. You need to score at least 60% to pass. Once you pass, you will qualify for a CPD-certified certificate.

A deeper understanding of Housing Officer Training Course can be gained by completing an assignment at the end. You can do this anytime. After you submit it, a tutor will review your work and give you feedback.

Certification

one education Certificate

After completing the Housing Officer Training Course assessment, you will qualify for a CPD certified certificate from One Education to showcase your achievement. The certificate is available in two formats: a PDF version for £9 or a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.

EXAMPLE - QLS Certificate 2020 1

Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate

You will also be able to order an Quality Licence Scheme endorsed certificate as proof of your new achievement.

The QLS Endorsed certificates can be ordered and get delivered to your home by post for only £119. There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students.

Endorsement

This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

Why study this Housing Officer Training course

This course provides essential housing management knowledge, practical skills, and a CPD-accredited certificate, helping learners pursue rewarding careers in housing, community services, and social housing management.

Requirements

This course is suitable for learners aged 16 and above with an interest in housing management or community services. No prior qualifications are needed. The Housing Officer Training course is recomemded for:

Course Duration

The Housing Officer Training course takes approximately 3 weeks and 4 days of study, with most learners completing it within 6 to 8 weeks.

Career Path

Completing this Level 6 Housing Officer Training prepares learners for advanced opportunities in housing and community services, supporting progression into leadership and specialist roles.

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is positioned at Level 6, offering professional-level training designed to align with UK housing sector expectations.

No specific prior experience is required. A good command of English, basic administration skills and an interest in housing management are sufficient.

The total learning time is 3 weeks and 4 days, with most learners expected to complete it within 6 to 8 weeks.

Yes — the training covers essential knowledge and skills for housing officer roles (tenant management, rental income, anti-social behaviour, safety) and supports career entry in housing associations or local authorities.

Yes — upon successful completion you receive a CPD-recognised certificate. While it does not replace a formal academic qualification, it demonstrates professional training and commitment to the housing sector.

Housing Officer Training course Rerview

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Great coursework materials. I find there is a lot of relevant information provided to help the trainer understand the course and at the same time see the relevance to Housing officer job as a whole first instance. I am happy to have taken the course.

Course Curriculum

Housing Officer Training
Module 1: Introduction to Social Housing 00:15:00
Module 2: Career Prospects of Social Housing Manager 00:25:00
Module 3: Tenant Selection and Tenant Management 00:28:00
Module 4: Managing Rental Income and Arrears 00:24:00
Module 5: Time Management 00:37:00
Module 6: Organisational Skills 00:27:00
Module 7: Communication Skills 00:27:00
Module 8: Negotiation Techniques 00:19:00
Module 9: Dealing with Anti-Social Behaviours 00:39:00
Module 10: Stress Management 00:18:00
Module 11: Maintenance, Safety, and Security of Social Housing 00:32:00
Module 12: Resident Involvement in Social Housing 00:31:00
Assignment
Assignment – Housing Officer Training Unlimited
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