Professional Credentials

Advance your career while increasing your impact

NeighborWorks America offers a high-quality learning experience and comprehensive curricula for all levels of staff, novice to experienced. Our certificate programs, certifications and micro-credentials position you as a better candidate for future job advancement – while paying off for your organization and the constituents you serve. 

With curricula developed collaboratively by the training institute staff, along with expert community development practitioners and thought leaders in the field, these programs encourage effective, continuous education and facilitate both expert-led and peer learning. 

 

Our growing roster of micro-credential offerings presents a series of focused courses that, upon completion, demonstrate your knowledge and skill in specific areas. These credentials provide timely training on critical issues in community development and affordable housing, catering to professionals at all experience levels.

  • Competitive Advantage: You’ll demonstrate your commitment to staying ahead of industry trends and make yourself a more attractive candidate for promotions and new job opportunities.

  • Affordability: Micro-credentials are a budget-friendly way and time-efficient way to enhance your skills and build your professional portfolio.

  • Focused Learning: You’ll gain specific skills and competencies directly relevant to the work you do.

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The NeighborWorks Center for Homeownership Education and Counseling (NCHEC) offers nine certifications for homeownership practitioners, in accordance with the requirements of the National Industry Standards for Homeownership Education and Counseling. NCHEC certification must be renewed every three years. These certifications are the key to both funding opportunities as well as cementing your reputation – and that of your organization – as a quality provider of housing and financial capability services. 

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Our professional certificate offerings provide a comprehensive, in-depth educational experience. Earning a certificate is an ideal opportunity for professionals to invest in their careers and prepare for advancement in their work.

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: The curriculum is designed to be expansive, addressing a wide range of aspects, viewpoints, and opportunities.

  • In-Depth Coursework: Earning a certificate require the completion of multiple courses, offering a deep and thorough educational experience.

  • Continuous education: Candidates gain the latest trends and best practices in the field.

  • Peer-to-peer exchange: Over the course of the program, candidates have ample opportunity to engage with peers and build a network of support, sharing knowledge, experiences and insight.

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