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HCV Housing Quality Standards (HQS)
PURPOSE: Maintain strong ties with owners and the community by ensuring inspectors thoroughly understand the required elements of HQS. This 3-day training provides information on general room standards, kitchens, bathrooms, electricity, plumbing, and security, including the lead-based paint regulations. Day 3 involves a site inspection and analysis of inspection results focusing on the four SEMAP indicators that relate to HQS inspections.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon completion of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Housing Quality Standards Training, using HUD regulations and guidance, you should understand:
  • What constitutes a decent, safe, and sanitary unit
  • Developing local standards and the responsibilities of the inspector
  • HUD’s requirements for inspectors
  • Common Office of Inspector General (OIG) findings in recent audits
  • Electricity and security
  • Windows, walls, ceilings, floors, interior, and kitchen
  • Bathrooms
  • Building exterior
  • Heating and plumbing
  • General health and safety
  • Lead-based paint regulations
  • SEMAP performance indicators for HQS
  • How to conduct an on-site inspection 
Here's what participants of the course had to say:

"This was a valuable class I give it two thumbs up"

"Throughout the class, the instructor, Jay, was able to keep our focus and attention. Excellent trainer and I hope to take more training not only from Nan McKay but with Jay as the instructor 5 stars."

"Thank you for a wonderful and informative class"

        SEMINAR #: 101-027
        AGENDA: View the agenda
        MATERIALS: Housing Quality Standards workbook, CD Master Book, A Good Place to Live book, Housing Quality Standards study guide and answer sheet, HUD inspection form (HUD-52580-a), "Improving Test Taking Skills," NMA pen, pencil, and flashlight.
        METHOD: A group-live seminar featuring PowerPoint, case studies, group discussion, class materials (workbook, course book or master book), brainstorming, and Q & A
        LENGTH: Three days
        AUDIENCE: HQS staff and inspection supervisors
        EXAM: The certification exam is available for $150. Select the exam during checkout or click here to view a list of certification exams available.
        CREDITS: CPE units w/ exam = 22 CEU units w/ exam = 1.9
        REGISTER: Fill out the PDF registration form and fax to 619.258.5791. Or select the seminar you'd like to attend from the list of locations and dates below.


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