The objective of this qualification is to provide you with the knowledge required to manage a housing maintenance service.

What will I learn?

The qualification aims to:

  • provide housing staff working at or aspiring to a supervisory or management level with a qualification to suit their needs
  • develop skills and knowledge for the current challenges in housing and responsive repairs
  • and prepare learners for further study in housing related qualifications at level 5 / undergraduate level

In order to achieve the qualification, learners must achieve a minimum of 36 credits from one mandatory unit and five optional units. It is also possible to achieve the following pathways:

  • Responsive repairs
  • Planned maintenance

Who can apply to study for this qualification?

You can enrol onto this qualification if you:

  • aged 18 and over
  • working or resident in the UK and Ireland
  • who are seeking or are currently employed within either a management or senior technical role
  • who are providing a service in the management of operations and surveying or technical staff
  • already have a level 3 qualification and/or experience of working in housing, preferably at a supervisory/management level

Choose how you study

Our approved study centres are fully equipped to deliver CIH qualifications. Centres will support you on your journey, working to the specification and the learning outcomes for each course. Courses can be offered on a part-time, full-time, blended or via online learning.

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