Tenant and landlord certification course modules

Over six comprehensive modules, participants will learn:

Housing needs

How to identify your housing wants and needs and find a home that suits you.

Applying for housing

How to become housing application-ready, increasing your chances of securing your ideal home.

Your rights & responsibilities

Learn about tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities and how tenancy legislation protects both parties.

Budgeting your finances

Manage your finances to afford housing and pay rent on time.

Communication

Develop communication skills that help ensure a conflict-free tenancy.

Household maintenance

Acquire basic maintenance skills to care for your home effectively.

Course length: This course can typically be delivered between 9 to 12 hours, depending on group needs and the chosen delivery method (virtual or in-person).

Completion benefits: Participants who completes the program receive a certificate with a unique ID number that landlords can verify on our website.

Community Educator Certification Training Course

Duration (virtual): 3 days

Participants will learn about the RentSmart model, principles of and best practices related to adult education, facilitation principles, and strategies for promoting successful tenancies. The training includes hands-on engagement with the curriculum, practice in teaching and facilitation, and guidance on integrating RentSmart into your organization and community.

* Includes: RentSmart Community Educator Manual + Curriculum

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* Upon Successful completion:

With an active RentSmart Subscription, Community Educators gain access to a dedicated dashboard. Here, educators can manage their courses, track student records, access curriculum, marketing materials, teaching resources, and more.