Diploma in Housing Level 5

Course duration – 12 months

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Next Cohort Starts November 2026 – Book your place early to avoid missing out.

CIH Level 5 Diploma in Housing

The Level 5 Diploma is designed for professionals aspiring to senior leadership positions within housing organisations. The course offers a strategic understanding of housing policy, management practices, and leadership skills.

Students will learn about governance, ethics in housing, financial planning, and advanced housing law. The programme is highly interactive, with a focus on real-world applications through case studies, policy analysis, and strategic project planning. It is also a pathway to CIH chartered membership, reflecting the high level of expertise developed.

What you'll learn

Ethical practice and housing
Housing and context
Leadership, management and housing
Managing relationships and housing
Strategic business planning for housing
Professional practice skills for housing
(only if you have not done level 4)

This course is Competence and Conduct standard compliant

From October 2026, social housing providers in England must comply with new Competence and Conduct Standards. These regulations are designed to strengthen professionalism across the sector, improve safety, and ensure better outcomes for your customers. 

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We are CIH approved

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AKG Learning is a CIH approved centre offering qualifications from level 2-5 as stand alone courses, or blended with our Housing & Property apprenticeships.

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