2-Week HUD Exam Prep Intensive
In partnership with National Housing Resource Center
Think of this as bootcamp meets brain gymāa two-week, high-impact training experience designed to turn HUD Exam stress into HUD Exam success. Whether you're new to housing counseling or youāve been in the game for years, this course is your comprehensive, confidence-building journey to certification.
Unlike cram sessions, this course spreads out the learningāgiving your brain time to process, practice, and master the six core competencies at the heart of the HUD Housing Counselor Certification Exam.
Pennsylvania residents: You may be eligible for a scholarship for this two-week training. If interested, please contact MisIvy Reittie with the National Housing Resource Center directly for more information by clicking this Registration Link: NHRC PA REGISTRATION
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šļø Here's What You'll Master (Week by Week):
WEEK ONE: Build Your Foundation
š Monday ā Intake & Financial Management
š Tuesday ā Housing Affordability
š§® Wednesday ā Mortgage Math
š¦ Thursday ā Mortgage Products
š Friday ā Recap & Reflection
WEEK TWO: Apply & Analyze
š” Monday ā Homeownership
š« Tuesday ā Avoiding Foreclosure
š Wednesday ā Tenancy
āļø Thursday ā Fair Housin
gšÆ Friday ā Test-Taking Strategies
This course is perfect for busy professionals who need structure, strategy, and support. If you're ready to go from āIām overwhelmedā to āI GOT THISāāyouāre in the right place.
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HUD Certification Exam Prep Power Pack:
Master the 6 Core Competencies at Your Own Pace!
Six Modules. One Goal: Total Exam Domination (and a little fun too)
HUD Exam Prep: Self-Paced Edition
In partnership with TenAtNoon
Your scheduleās wild. We get it. Thatās why we teamed up with TenAtNoon to bring you a self-paced HUD Exam Prep course that lets you study when you want, where you wantāpajamas, coffee, and all.
What Youāll Get
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Binge-Worthy Lessons ā Short, clear videos you can pause, rewind, or rewatch at 2 a.m. if thatās your thing.
ā Test-Taking Superpowers ā Learn the hacks and strategies that turn ātrickyā questions into āno-brainers.ā
ā Practice, Practice, Practice ā Quizzes and sample questions so youāre never caught off guard.
ā Test-Taking Superpowers ā Learn the hacks and strategies that turn ātrickyā questions into āno-brainers.ā
ā Practice, Practice, Practice ā Quizzes and sample questions so youāre never caught off guard.
Who Itās For?
- Busy pros who want results without rearranging their life
- First-time test takers who want a clear game plan
- Learners who like calling the shots on when and how they study
No travel. No Zoom fatigue. Just you, the right tools, and the confidence to crush the HUD exam on your terms. Letās do this!
HUD Exam Prep 2-Day Bootcamp
Your Fast-Track to Certification!
Ready to crush the HUD Housing Counselor Certification Exam and take your career to the next level? Welcome to the HUD Exam Prep Bootcampāa high-energy, no-fluff training designed to get you exam-ready fast!
What Youāll Get
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Live, Instructor-Led Sessions ā No boring PowerPoints here! We keep it engaging.
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Proven Test-Taking Strategies ā Learn the tricks and techniques to tackle tricky questions.
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Hands-On Practice Questions ā Get comfortable with the exam format and time constraints.
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Exclusive Study Resources & Tools ā Workbooks, cheat sheets, and study guides, oh my!
Who This Bootcamp is for
š¹ Aspiring HUD-certified housing counselors
š¹ Counselors who have struggled with the exam and need a game plan to pass
š¹ Anyone who learns best with engaging, real-world examples and structured guidance
ā” Fast, Effective, and FunāLetās Get You Certified!
So, if youāre ready to go from "I hope I pass" to "I KNOW Iām going to pass", sign up now and letās get started!
One-on-One Housing Counseling Coaching
Sometimes group training isnāt enoughāyou need focused, personalized guidance to hit your goals. Our One-on-One Housing Counseling Coaching is designed to give you that extra edge, whether youāre preparing for the HUD Certification Exam or navigating your next steps after passing.
Perfect For:
- Exam Prep Support: If youāve taken the test before and came close, or you simply learn best with dedicated attention, weāll create a customized study plan, walk through tricky concepts, and coach you on proven test-taking strategies.
- Post-Certification Guidance: Passing the exam is just the beginning. Weāll help you build your confidence in client work, refine your counseling approach, and set up systems so youāre effective from day one.
What Youāll Get:
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A tailored coaching plan based on your specific goals and challenges
ā Flexible scheduling that works with your calendar
ā Actionable steps to move from learning to doing with confidence
ā Flexible scheduling that works with your calendar
ā Actionable steps to move from learning to doing with confidence
Whether youāre aiming to finally cross the finish line on the exam or youāre ready to step into your new role with clarity, this one-on-one coaching ensures youāre never going it alone. This session is $50.
If you are new to housing counseling and just want a quick check-in to make sure you're studying and preparing for the HUD housing counseling certification exam the most efficient way for your learning style, this complementary session is for you.
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"With over 27 years of experience in affordable housing, organizational capacity building, and leadership development, I offer trainings that are clear, practical, and engaging."
š¼ HUD & Housing Counseling Courses
- HUD Certification Exam Prep (Live, Bootcamp & Self-Paced)
- I'm Certified. Now what?
- Financial Management for Housing Counselors
- Housing Affordability
- Mortgage Math
- Fair Housing
- Homeownership Counseling
- Mortgage Products Overview
- Avoiding Foreclosure
- Methods in Effective Rental Counseling
- Tenancy Basics
- Eviction Prevention
- Pre-Purchase Counseling Fundamentals
- Advanced Pre-Purchase Housing Counseling
- Financial Coaching & Client Advocacy
- Homebuyer Education Program Development
- Program Sustainability: Marketing Your Nonprofit
š” Leadership & Intrapreneurship
- Entrepreneurial Mindset for Nonprofit Leaders
- Housing Counseling Program Management
Want to bring one of these trainings to your team or event?
š Affordable Housing & Policy Topics
- Homeless Counseling Strategies
- Predatory Lending Awareness
- Foreclosure Prevention (Parts A & B)
- Pathways to Credit Empowerment
- Appraisal Bias
š Organizational Development & Capacity Building
- Program Development & Implementation
- Streamlining Systems & Processes
- Implementing & Growing Homebuyer Education Program
- Business Development
- Business Process Improvement
š¤ Speaking & Facilitation Topics
- Thought Leadership Talks on Affordable Housing, Intrapreneurship, and Community Change
- Workshop Facilitation for Boards, Staff Retreats, and Strategic Planning
Our Teaching Philosophy
At Ubuntu Institute of Learning, we believe that training should do more than transfer informationāit should spark understanding, confidence, and action. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that everyone can learn when the content is accessible, the environment is supportive, and the learning is connected to real-world application.
We approach education as practitioners, not just presenters. Every concept we teach has been tested and refined in the fieldāwhether in housing counseling, organizational leadership, or program sustainability. This ensures that participants donāt just leave with theory; they leave with practical tools they can use immediately.
Core Principles of Our Approach
- Accessibility for All Learners ā We intentionally design our sessions to support different learning styles and needs, including neurodivergent participants, by using plain language, visual aids, real-world scenarios, and interactive engagement.
- Application Over Memorization ā We focus on translating complex topics into actionable steps, so you know not only what to do but how to do it.
- Engagement Through Interaction ā From case studies to problem-solving activities, we keep participants involved, because active learners retain more and feel more confident applying new skills.
- Respect for Experience ā Our participants often bring a wealth of lived and professional experience. We honor that by creating space for shared learning and peer-to-peer exchange.
- Mission-Driven Mindset ā Every training connects back to the bigger picture: building stronger organizations, professionals, and communities that thrive.
Our role as educators is to be guides, not gatekeepersāhelping you navigate the information, connect it to your work, and feel empowered to act on what youāve learned. Because in our view, education is not just about passing a test or completing a courseāitās about building capacity for lasting change.
