Introduction to Social Housing

About this course:

This course provides an Introduction to Social Housing. It takes a look at the history and development of the sector, how it is regulated, inspected and financed and the organisations involved in its delivery. It finishes by considering the current issues facing the sector and the challenges for the future.

Learning outcome:

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:

• Provide a definition of Social Housing
• Identify the key factors in the development of Social Housing
• List the key organisations involved in the regulation and funding of the sector
• Explain the difference between Capital and Revenue Income and Expenditure
• Recognise some contemporary housing issues

Suitable for:

• New Housing Officers
• Customer Service Officers
• Experienced Housing Officers (as a refresher)

Content:

• What is Social Housing and why is it important?
• A Brief History of Social Housing:
• Almshouses
• The Industrial Revolution
• Legislation to deal with Public Health
• The Philanthropic Movement
• The First World War
• The Second World War
• The 1950’s and 60’s
• Into the 90’s and 00’s
• The Decent Homes Standard
• The Regulation of Social Housing
• Homes and Communities Agency
• Standards for registered providers
• The Audit Commission – Housing Inspectorate
• Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOE’s)
• Social Housing Providers
• The Finance of Social Housing
• Contemporary Housing Issues
• Supporting People

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