While property management certification is not required by law, it’s still something you should strongly consider whether you are new to the field or a property management veteran. In a field that is ever-changing, many property managers today are turning toward education and certification programs both as a means of getting a leg up on the competition and staying up-to-date on the latest and greatest industry practices and innovations.
If you’ve considered bolstering your property management career with an education program, there are a few that you may want to check out. Following is an overview of notable property management programs to give you an idea of what to expect and which may work best for you. This three part posts introduces three organizations and their unique certifications and education programs. Let’s begin with the National Association of Residential Property Managers.
National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM®)
The National Association of Residential Property Managers is a great option for those already in the property management profession who want to gain additional education to grow their knowledge base and forward their career. If you own or manage your own property management company, you should note that NARPM® offers a diverse set of programs tailored to job type. With programs for property management company owners, property managers, and property management office staff, your entire team can benefit from the NARPM® programs.
NARPM® courses are taught by association members who are also principals in their own property management companies. This is critical because for any education program in this field to be truly effective, it’s imperative that instructors have a solid understanding of how the principles they’re teaching translate into real-life situations.
You can choose between four certifications, depending upon your primary job function and area of focus. These include:
- Residential Management Professional (RMP®)
- Master Property Manager (MPM®)
- Certified Residential Management Company (CRMC®)
- Certified Support Specialist (CSS
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NARPM® has regional nationwide offices where classes are offered or, alternatively, you can opt for an online distance education class where students receive all the information they would in a classroom setting from the comfort of their own home or office. For a list of upcoming classes, click here.
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