Trainings

NOTE:  To receive the member rate, members need to log in to the website before registering for a training.  Only the non-member rate will be available if you are not signed in.  Please do not proceed as a prospect if you are a member.  If you need assistance, please contact AHMA staff at [email protected]. 

As of October 1, 2025, state law requires us to collect sales tax on all trainings. Sales tax is included in the total price.

AHMA Speaker Academy

Monday, April 13, 2026, 9 am to 2 pm Lunch included
Wenatchee Convention Center
121 N Wenatchee Ave
Wenatchee, WA 98801

AHMA Member: $249 total price $269.67 • Non-Members: $350 total price $379.05
Trainer: Michael Alexander

This pre-convention session marks the launch of the 2026 AHMA Speaker Academy. Please note that separate registration is required to attend the convention.

Morning Session:
Train The Trainer

Train the Trainer is a framework for training potential instructors or subject matter experts to enable them to train other people in their organizations.
This workshop is designed for individuals aspiring to become trainers within the affordable housing industry. It focuses on equipping participants with the essential skills, knowledge, and strategies needed to effectively train and educate others in this specialized field. Whether you are new to training or looking to refine your skills, this workshop will provide practical insights and tools to succeed as a trainer.

This interactive class will prepare you to provide effective communication to the class. It will also help you understand how to prepare an effective presentation. You will have the opportunity to present material before the class of people taking this session.

Afternoon Session:
Enhancing Leadership Through Personality Awareness
This interactive workshop focuses on developing effective leadership skills by gaining insights into personal communication styles using the 16 Personalities assessment.  Read more…

LIHTC Webinars to prepare for the Specialist in Housing Credit Management® (SHCM®) certification

AHMA Member Registration fees for all 4 webinars: $796 total price $862.08 • Non-Members: $996 total price $1078.68

Trainer:  Heather Wezensky

AHMA of Washington will be offering four classes that will prepare you to take the SCHM Exam for certification. 

  • LIHTC Program Regulations Webinar (Part 1) May 5, 2026 from 9 am to 12 noon
  • Unit Eligibility (Part 2) May 7, 2026 from 9 am to 12 noon
  • Applicant Eligibility/Certification (Part 3) May 12, 2026 from 9 am to 12 noon
  • Monitoring and Reporting Compliance (Part 4) May 14, 2026 from 9 am to 12 noon

You can register for all 4 webinars or register for each webinar individually.  

Do you want to earn the Specialist in Housing Credit Management (SHCM) certification? This certification has been developed by NAHMA especially for management professionals involved with properties developed and operated under the Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) program. The SHCM is designed by management professionals for management professionals to ensure they have attained the knowledge, experience and competence required to excel in the housing credit property management industry. Read more...

Basic LIHTC Compliance Webinar

Thursday, May 28, 2026, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm 

AHMA Member: $249 total price $269.67 • Non-Members: $350 total price $379.05
Trainer: A.J. Johnson

 For newly hired managers or those with no Tax Credit experience as well as those needing a refresher course on the basics and the latest updates. This course translates the complexity of the program into plain language that even the newest manager can understand – answering the questions: “What is a housing credit?” and “How does it differ from other programs?” The course covers eligibility (including the student rule), the application process, calculating and verifying income, maintaining compliance (including the available unit and vacant unit rule, annual recertification and more) and best practices.  Students will need a calculator.

This course will offer a 3-hour interactive Zoom meeting training session.  Read more...

It’s About Ethics: Creating and Maintaining Personal and Professional Boundaries Webinar

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 2 pm to 2:30 pm

AHMA Member: $99 total price $107.22 • Non-Members: $199 total price $215.52
Trainer: Ruben Rivera-Jackman

RSCs link residents with supportive services allowing them to maintain self-sufficiency in their homes. It is most important that the SC understand the characteristics of the resident population and property in which they serve and the issues that may impact the differential use of services are socio-economic, age, culture, gender, race, sexual orientation and others. This webinar defines ethical standards & offer guidelines/principles to guide decision making & conduct when ethical issues arise.

Take-Aways

  • Define ethics.
  • Understand the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries.
  • Recognize characteristics of healthy and unhealthy boundaries.
  • Recognize warning signs.
  • Identify strategies to address dilemmas
  • Have Fun!  Read more...

Intermediate LIHTC Compliance Webinar

Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm 

AHMA Member: $249 total price $269.67 • Non-Members: $350 total price $379.05
Trainer: A.J. Johnson

This course is for those individuals with some Tax Credit experience.  The course dives deeper into eligibility, the application process, calculating and verifying income, maintaining compliance (including the available unit and vacant unit rule, annual recertification and more) and best practices.  Students will need a calculator.

This course will offer a 3-hour interactive Zoom meeting training session. Read more...

Reasonable Accommodations: Pet Policy vs Service/Companion Animals Webinar

Thursday, October 8, 2026, 2:00 to 3:30 pm

AHMA Member: $99 total price $107.22 • Non-Members: $199 total price $215.52
Trainer: Ruben Rivera-Jackman

Many fair housing violations are related to not implementing reasonable accommodations policies and procedures accurately. It is important that affordable and public housing providers understand the fundamentals of Section 504 to avoid any violations and limit litigation. It is vital that housing providers understand the fair housing regulations regarding pet and service/companion animals.

At the completion of this module, participants will be able to:
• Acquire basic awareness of Federal, State, Local, Fair Housing and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• Enhance your understanding of General Reasonable Accommodation and Modifications Guidelines. (Best practices)
• Aware of the differences between pets and companion/service animals
• Identify tools for making Housing Program(s) Accessible  Read more...

Advanced Issues of Tax Credit Compliance Webinar

Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm 

AHMA Member: $249 total price $269.67 • Non-Members: $350 total price $379.05
Trainer: A.J. Johnson

This course is for those individuals with advanced Tax Credit experience.  The course dives deeper into:

• The IRS & Compliance
• Extended Use Agreements
• Calculation of Credits
• Critical timeframes
• Placed In Service
• Important forms Read more...

 

Bundled Trainings

AHMA of Wa is pleased to announce the launch of 2 course bundles. We have taken our most popular webinars and combined them into powerful training bundles – saving you time and money while making sure you get the resources you need.

Bundle and save
Whether you are new to affordable housing and learning your role, or you are looking to strengthen your core skills within your organization, Bundled Learning from AHMA of WA provides the perfect combination of courses to jumpstart your path to success. Find out if Bundled Learning from AHMA of WA is the right fit for you.

New Hire Bundle - $299 total price $323.82
As of October 1, 2025, state law requires us to collect sales tax on all trainings. Sales tax is included in the total price.

Rural Development Bundle $299 total price $323.82
As of October 1, 2025, state law requires us to collect sales tax on all trainings. Sales tax is included in the total price.