Expanding Training and Accreditation Support for Landlords and Letting Agents in Scotland

Share, Scotland’s largest provider of housing industry training and accreditations, has made a significant move into the private sector to support landlords and letting agents facing increasing regulation and challenges. This expansion marks a major development for Share, which has been a key player in supporting Scotland’s social housing sector since its founding in 1985.

With new legislation such as the Repairing Standard adding to the pressures faced by landlords and letting agents, Share’s Chief Executive, Daryl McIntosh, emphasized the importance of closing the skills gap in the sector to improve its reputation. By offering a range of training courses in partnership with accredited bodies, Share aims to prepare professionals in the private rental sector for legal requirements and enhance service quality.

The innovative membership model offered by Share includes discounted training, qualifications, e-Learning, and networking opportunities, with individual membership now available for personal career development needs. This expansion into the private sector aligns with Share’s commitment to supporting both the private and social housing sector’s workforce amidst an urgent housing emergency.

Recognized by the Scottish Government, Share’s training now counts towards the mandatory CPD hours that letting agents need to complete every three years. As a registered charity, Share reinvests all profits back into its services, reflecting its values of being supportive, passionate, and excellent in all that it does.

For more information on Share Learning and its offerings, visit their website at https://www.share.org.uk/. This move by Share highlights the importance of upskilling professionals in the housing industry to improve standards and meet the challenges of a changing regulatory landscape.