National Occupational Standards for housing

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What are National Occupational Standards?

National Occupational Standards (NOS) are agreed statements of skills, knowledge and understanding required of individuals at work. In particular they:

• describe good practice in particular areas of work
• set out a statement of competence which brings together the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to do the work
• provide managers with a tool for effective workforce management and quality control
• offer a framework for training and development
• form the basis of National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and Vocationally Related Qualifications (VRQs)

To view National Occupational Standards for housing click on the links below.

Housing Level 2

Housing NOS Full Suite 2008

Housing Assessment Strategy 2008

Housing Qualifications Structure 2008

Housing Key and Core Skills 2008

Housing and Council Tax Benefits Level 3 - available from the Institute of Ratings, Revenue and Valuation.

For an in-depth explanation of the standards click here.