P r e s i d e n t ’s M e s s a g e Hello IHM Members As we all know, IHM is the Organization for Education and we have advised members over the past years of the leaps and bounds we have taken with offering our courses through a wide range of avenues to make them available to students. In this regard, it’s important to share this message with all the members about our program at Humber College. Our program has been approved as a Micro Credential program at the college. It is another huge step forward. The following article was authored by Deborah Filice, our Education Director. Our special thanks to Deborah for the hard work in accomplishing this – we are pleased to share this information with our members. Jimmy Mellor, FIHM IHM President
Micro Credential Program How was IHM created? In the 1940s, large-scale public housing development necessitated the need for an accepted accrediting body for professional housing management in the Province of Ontario. Working with housing representatives from the Provincial Government and the Ministry of Colleges and Universities, the IHM steering committee's efforts led to the creation of the Institute of Housing Management – Canada (IHM). As a member organization, IHM introduced an accreditation program for property management professionals working in the private and public housing sector. One of the organization's first goals was to develop a comprehensive learning program to enhance student knowledge and skills acquisition while building on the competencies and characteristics employers were seeking at that time and today. The partnership between Humber College and the IHM provided the exposure needed to reach a broader student body while encouraging program graduates to seek accreditation upon completion of their education component. In addition, the rental sector continues to be a growth industry, and the continuing investment in the IHM minicredential education program represents an investment in human capital and human resource development while providing well-trained and industry-ready property management professionals.
IHM Program graduates have commented • “The provision of safe and healthy communities, the building of relationships, and the development of knowledge have been a driving force in pursuing additional knowledge and skills through the IHM Property Management program.” • “I am looking forward to using my acquired skills to advance my career in Property Management.”
A focus on learning IHM recognizes that financial hardship may present a direct barrier to accessing formal education for some students wanting to achieve their career goals, and we are pleased that students can now apply for financial assistance through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). This financial aid can assist with the cost of tuition, a laptop, living expenses, and childcare so that students can focus on their learning.
IHM News • Summer 2022
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