HOUSING SYSTEMS

Course Overview
Housing professionals operate within a particular social, political and economic environment which has shaped the way that social housing is delivered in their community. This course deals with the context for social housing: where it fits in the broader housing system and in Canadian society.

This course qualifies as an elective towards IHM’s Property Management Certificate program.

Key Topics Explored:

• The big links between housing, including social housing, and larger concerns or systems

• The social, political and regulatory context in which social housing organizations operate

• The history of Canadian social housing and its implication on current issues, including good repair of older buildings, expiring subsidy, complex intergovernmental roles, multiple funding formulas, and diverse providers

• The diverse types of housing organizations and stakeholders

• Policy and the roles of government in housing

• Funding framework for social housing

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

You must be a member of CIH Canada to enrol in a course or designation program.

You will be considered for entry for Certified-level courses/program, if you meet one of the following requirements:

• University/College degree/diploma
• Experience working in housing sector or related field
• Evidence of qualification with the Real Estate Institute of Canada (REIC) or the Institute of Housing Management (IHM)

Complete an application form and submit it to cihcanada_info@cih.org

FEES

Certified- Level Course/Designation Costs:

• $850 + tax per online course*
• $3400 + tax for entire certified designation

*taking a course does not commit you to pursuing Certified Membership