
Looking for a way to take your career to the next level? The National Apartment Association (NAA) offers a number of first-rate credential programs just for you! The NAA states that earning credentials will “validate your knowledge and skills, enhance your credibility, boost your confidence and earn you respect among clients and peers.” Let’s take a look at just three of the NAA’s credential programs!
Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor (CAPS)
This course sharpens your skills as a leader, trainer and recruiter of highly effective employees. Analyzing and managing your property/portfolio results will become second nature as you develop skills such as the following:
-
Capital improvement planning
-
Property takeover management
-
Curtail legal liability and risk
-
Recruit & Retain high-achieving staff
-
Manage staff performance & engagement
To obtain your CAPS credential you must complete coursework, an exam and have 24 months of experience as a multi-site supervisor or be a CAM, RAM, or ARM.
Independent Rental Owner Professional (IROP)
This program is specifically designed to empower and train both new and veteran independent rental owners. Throughout the course you will reinforce and ingrain many skills:
-
Budget management
-
Strategic tax planning
-
Marketing to future residents
-
Resident retention
-
Screen, hire and train staff
Specialist in Housing Credit Management (SHCM)
Mastering the requirements and regulations encompassed by the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program can be tricky. Not so for someone who obtains their SHCM credential! Make navigating the sea of LIHTC complexities look easy as you develop proficiency in the following categories:
-
Communication of LIHTC regulation to owners, residents, applicants, etc.
-
Preparation for inspections, audits and maintaining compliance
-
Maximum utility and rent allowances
-
Determination of unit eligibility
-
Recertification Processing
Find out more about the online courses for these and other credential programs offered by the NAA!