Training & certification
Fair Housing
Our Fair Housing training course is designed to equip Tribal housing professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage affordable housing units, while supporting the rights of tenants.
The course covers the fundamentals of the Fair Housing Act, protected classes, prohibited practices, reasonable accommodations and modifications, penalties for violations, and strategies for successful project implementation within Tribal communities.
Upcoming courses:
Fair Housing and Maintenance Training
Kansas City, Missouri
May 20-21, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Benefits of the Fair Housing course
The course is tailored for Tribal housing professionals, including housing directors, project managers, financial officers, maintenance personnel, and other stakeholders involved in developing and managing affordable housing within Native communities.
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the Fair Housing Act and how it applies to Tribal housing projects.
Key topics include:
- Introduction to the Fair Housing Act
- Prohibited practices
- Reasonable accommodation/modification process, including assistance animals.
- Financial penalties of Fair Housing violations
- Key documentation and submission requirements
- Steps in the approval process
- Deadlines and timelines
- Strategies for community engagement and support
- Common challenges and solutions
- Best practices and case studies
- Interactive workshops and exercises
Participants will receive a digital comprehensive course manual, access to online resources, and ongoing support from trainers and experts in the field of affordable housing and the Fair Housing Act.
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the course and pass the exam will receive a certification, demonstrating their proficiency in understanding the Fair Housing Act and how it pertains to Tribal housing development and management.
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