Certified Professional of Occupancy — CPO
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An extensive course manual with 31 chapters covers topics from eligibility criteria, standards, tenant selection and screening to non-discrimination, allowances, adjusted income, certifying tenants and annual recertification. Each chapter is followed by a mini quiz with an opportunity for questions. Evening optional review sessions are offered.
After this three day CPO course, taught by NAHMA-certified instructors who are experts on HUD's occupancy standards, managers will have mastered using the HUD Handbook effectively. After completing the two and one-half days of interactive instruction, participants must pass a rigorous one-half day exam to become certified CPOs.
The CPO is a requirement for NAHMA's NAHP® certification program. All participants who successfully complete the course will receive a CPO certificate and lapel pin.
Certifying Organization
National Affordable Housing Management Association
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