Career Details

Housing Credit Certified Professional

Description

The Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) is a specialized designation for developers, property managers, asset managers and others working in the affordable housing industry through the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program.

Certifying Organization

National Association of Home Builders

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 1 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

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Personal Property Specialist

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International Association of Assessing Officers

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C - Specialty

Certificate name

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CCIM Institute

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Registered Landman

Certifying Organization

American Association of Professional Landmen

Type

A - Core

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