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Welcome to your destination for certification excellence. Whether it's housing counseling or HECM, we've got you covered. Our mission is to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed for success. Join us on a journey of professional growth. Your expertise begins here.

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Housing Counselor Exam

The HUD Housing Counselor Exam provides you with certification needed for individuals and agencies to provide counseling service delivery.

HECM Exam
HECM Exam

The Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Exam is for HUD Certified Housing Counselors ready to provide assistance FHA’s reverse mortgage program.

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Resources

  • Study guides
  • Practice exams
  • Knowledge Assessment
  • Certification Handbook
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Support

  • About Certification
  • Policies and Programs
  • Exam specifics
  • Account related topics
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Reasonable accommodations are provided to test takers in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

How Does the Process Work?

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Explore and Prep

  • About Certification
  • Exam Options
  • Getting Ready
Step 2
2

Register

  • Create User Account
  • Training
  • Scheduling Online or In-person
Step 3
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Take Exam

  • Day of Checklist
  • During the Exam
  • Results and Confirmation
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Post Exam Support

  • HUD Exchange Resources
  • Post Certification Support