07.04.26 Gas safety awareness

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This in-person course is designed for housing staff that are working with gas contractors on void properties, repairs management and gas safety contracts.

 

08.04.26 Get on Board

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

The session will give new committee/board members a good introduction to the terminology, roles & responsibilities, sector bodies and functions of the housing association and co-operative.

 

09.04.26 Welfare rights for housing staff

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This course is aimed at housing staff who work with tenants on their household budgeting, rent arrears or benefits claims, but are not full-time welfare rights postholders.

 

14.04.26 Fundamentals of factoring (April)

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This six day course, approved by The Property Institute (TPI) will give delegates the fundamental knowledge essential to providing a factoring service within Scotland.

 

16.04.26 Governance Masterclass (Full Programme)

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

The Governance Masterclass programme, delivered over four sessions, will help build your confidence, knowledge & ability to navigate the challenging governance environment.

 

16.04.26 Electrical safety awareness

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This in-person course is designed for housing staff that are working with electrical contractors on void properties, repairs management and electrical safety contracts.

 

21.04.26 Equalities and human rights update

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

A half day session designed to refresh and update delegates knowledge on Equalities and Human Rights and how these should inform the delivery of housing provision.

 

22.04.26 Resilience building – skills to thrive

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This course has been designed to help you assess your own personal resilience and introduce the skills and techniques that can help you work well in difficult and sometimes stressful situations.

 

29.04.26 Questions you should be asking – finance

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

Supports Committee/Board members in understanding housing finance—key terms, trends, and questions to ask when reviewing financial reports.

 

05.05.26 Report writing

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This practical course is for anyone who is charged with writing any style of report within their organisation.  It will consider the purpose, structure, content and presentation of your report.

 

05.05.26 The Scottish Housing Regulator: what Committee/Board members need to know

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This session is designed for Committee/Board members, new and established, with the aim of providing clarity about the role and power of the SHR in relation to their organisation.

 

05.05.26 CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Maintenance and Asset Management - May

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This qualification explores some of the functions that are critical to housing maintenance teams within social housing. It is suitable for those with some experience in the area, or those currently working within housing, and will explore many practical issues and challenges faced by repairs and maintenance assistants and officers.

 

06.05.26 CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice - May

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This course is ideal for staff and committee/board members who have already completed CIH SCQF Level 5 Certificate in Housing Practice or anyone who is considering a career in housing, over the age of 16 years.

 

14.05.26 Covenants & long-term financial planning

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

The financial landscape that housing associations operate within continues to be challenging. Organisations will have to consider how all areas of their business plan may need to develop given the ever-changing environment. This course will help delegates map out this process along with an up-to-date view of the current economic situation.

 

20.05.26 Scottish Mediation (Webinar)

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This webinar is for anyone who gets involved in disputes between tenants and would like to know more about how mediation can help and how to encourage people to try mediation.

 

27.05.26 HR/Corporate Services Network – Employment Law Update

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

The corporate services and HR network runs on a quarterly basis throughout the year and is open to staff with corporate services and/or HR responsibilities from all housing associations and co-operatives.

 

28.05.26 AI in Housing Organisations (Webinar)

Who’s it for and what’s it about?

This webinar will explore how AI is being used in housing organisations, including real examples, the opportunities it presents, and the risks organisations need to consider.