Program at a Glance
- Three online courses, complete in as little as 3 months
- Explore California housing policy, planning and subdivision regulations
- Practical instruction using real-world planning examples and case studies
Help Create More Equitable, Livable and Resilient Communities.
California's housing shortage continues to shape planning, policy and development decisions across the state. Addressing housing affordability, expanding housing opportunities and creating resilient communities requires professionals who understand the intersection of land use planning, housing policy and development regulations.
The Housing Development, Policy and Planning Professional Program provides practical, applied training in the policies, laws and planning tools that influence housing production and community development. Through three specialized courses, you'll explore General Plans, affordable housing policy and the California Subdivision Map Act while developing the knowledge and practical skills to support housing initiatives from planning through implementation.
Which Courses Apply to the Program?
The Housing Development, Policy and Planning Professional Program includes the following required courses:
- The General Plan in California
- Housing 101: Affordable Housing
- Subdivision Map Act
Interested in just one of the courses? You can also register for each class individually.
What You’ll Be Able to Do
- Understand how General Plans guide housing, land use and long-range community development
- Interpret California housing policies, affordability standards and housing development strategies
- Evaluate the historical, economic and policy factors contributing to California's housing challenges
- Identify affordable housing programs, financing approaches and housing production strategies
- Navigate the California Subdivision Map Act and its role in land development and property subdivision
- Apply planning and legal requirements related to subdivision approvals, vested rights and development regulations
- Better coordinate housing planning with land use, environmental review and local government decision-making
