Professional Development and Employability Courses

Date updated: 8/07/2026

Some of the fees are yet to be confirmed and will be updated appropriately.

Develop your knowledge and confidence

The CIH Level 2 Certificate in Housing Practice is a professional qualification that provides a strong foundation for anyone looking to begin or progress their career in housing. Delivered through ASES as a CIH Approved Centre, this programme offers a practical introduction to housing and community services.

Programme overview

Duration: Approximately 3 months
Attendance: One day per week at Guildhall
Flexible structure designed to fit around work and personal commitments

What will you learn?

Participants will gain knowledge and practical understanding of:

Housing organisations and their role
Tenancy management
Estate and neighbourhood management
Housing law
Customer care and communication

All content is aligned to professional standards set by the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH).

Who is it for?

This qualification is suitable for:

Individuals new to housing
Housing officers and support staff
Customer service and administrative professionals
Anyone considering a future career in housing

No previous housing qualifications are required.

Progression opportunities

Successful learners may progress to:

CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice
Housing-related apprenticeships
Housing Officer, Tenancy Officer, Estate Officer and other specialist housing roles

The qualification provides an excellent stepping stone towards a long-term career in housing and community services.

Why housing?

The housing sector offers meaningful and rewarding careers that make a genuine difference to people's lives. Housing professionals help create thriving communities, support residents, and contribute to the delivery of safe and sustainable homes. If you are looking for a career that combines professional development with social impact, these programmes provide an excellent starting point.

Find out more

To learn more about either programme or discuss suitability, please contact the Adult Skills and Education Service (ASES).

Email: AdultEducation@cityoflondon.gov.uk

Complete our form to confirm your interest: EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Studying this qualification will develop practical accountancy skills in the double-entry bookkeeping system and in using associated documents and processes while gaining an understanding that digital accounting systems are automating some of the stages in the process. Students will cover transactions for accuracy, make entries in appropriate books and ledgers and calculate sales invoices and credit notes.

Date: TBC

Time: 2 – 5pm

Venue: Guildhall West Wing, London EC2V 7HH

Fee per term: Free - Subject to Eligibility

Looking to take your first steps into employment or return to work after a break?

This practical workshop will help you build the skills and confidence you need to move forward. Learn how to identify your strengths, create a standout CV, search for jobs effectively, and prepare for interviews. Whether you're starting out or changing direction, this session will support you in finding your way into work.

Date: TBC

Time: TBC

Venue: TBC

Fee per term: TBC

Concession: TBC

To be eligible for funding on our free courses you should be a UK national or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme and have been resident in the UK/EEA for the past three years. Proof may be required, more information about this is on the enrolment form.

Contact the Adult Education Team for further information about our courses.

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All course information is subject to change.