The CIH level 5 Diploma in Housing aims to provide housing professionals with the knowledge, understanding and skills in housing practice required to deliver effective housing services at a strategic management and executive level.
Successful completion of this qualification will make you eligible for CIH chartered membership (CIHCM).
This qualification is regulated by: Ofqual Qualifications Wales and Accredited by CCEA Regulation (Northern Ireland)
What will you learn?
The CIH level 5 Diploma in Housing covers professionalism, ethics, leadership, strategic planning for housing, customer focused housing services, and managing partner relationships.
The qualification comprises of seven mandatory units totalling 38 credits, all of these must be completed.
Qualification specification document
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is designed for learners who:
- are currently working in or aspiring to a strategic housing management or executive role in housing
- have a level 4 qualification and/or experience of working in a management or strategic role in housing
CIH does not set entry requirements. Our CIH approved study centres may establish their own criteria to ensure learners' suitability for the qualification.
It may be beneficial to have at least one of the following:
- Experience of working in housing or a housing-related industry, preferably at a strategic or management level
- Achieved a level 4 qualification previously
- Completed a management qualification
- Completed a housing qualification such as the CIH level 4 Certificate in Housing or a qualification from a related sector.
For further information on entry requirements, please contact your chosen study centre directly.
- The average total qualification time (TQT) is 380 hours
- The average guided learning hours (GLH) are 79.
Please note that these figures may vary between learners and centres.
Qualification fees can vary depending on where, how and with which centre you choose to study.
For further information on fees, please contact your CIH approved study centre directly.
The qualification is assessed by CIH approved study centres. Centres can use a variety of methods, including tasks, portfolios, assignments, and professional discussions.
The qualification aims to support progression into strategic and executive housing roles such as:
- Housing services manager
- Housing director
- Head of housing services
- Director of housing
- Executive director of housing operations.
You may wish to progress onto further learning on a CIH validated undergraduate qualification.
As a learner you may be eligible to gain access to CIH membership at a concessionary rate.
On completion of the qualification you are eligible for chartered membership (CIHCM). Chartered status is a demonstration of an individual’s housing expertise, commitment and ethical standards.
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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. See the full list of study centres delivering this qualification below.
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