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Mastering the Rural Development Program + HCM-R Exam


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Virtual Webinar  |  April 21-22, 2026  |  10 hrs CEC

Important

This purchase includes HCM-R Exam access or preparation.

The Zeffert University Housing Compliance Manager of the Rural Development Program (HCM-R) designation exam is a key way to demonstrate your expertise in managing Rural Development properties.

Here's a breakdown of what to expect:

  • Format: It’s an open-book exam consisting of 100 questions.
  • Passing Score: You need to achieve a score of 67% or higher to earn your HCM-R designation.
  • Time Limit: You have 3 hours to complete the exam.
  • Reference Materials: All the necessary references to pass the exam are found in the manual provided.
  • Level and Audience: It’s considered an intermediate-level exam, designed for Owners/Agents and Site Staff.
  • Passing the Exam: Once you pass the exam your HCM-R designation will generate as a PDF for you to download.

Certificate of Attendance

Receive 10 hours of continuing education credits.

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Use “For Someone Else”; 20% off groups of 10+.

Time: 3-hour limit

Level: Intermediate

Target Audience: Owners/Agents, Site Staff

All topics affected by HOTMA on this agenda are fully updated and will be covered.

Program Agenda

Day 1

10:00am – 3:30pm Central Time
  • Overview of RD Program
  • HB-2-3560 & the 3560 Regulations
  • Housing Programs Under Section S15
  • Family, Elderly, and Congregate Properties
  • Maintaining the Property
  • Civil Rights
  • Applications & the Wait List
  • Required Notices
  • Project Occupancy Requirements
  • Income

Day 2

10:00am – 3:30pm Central Time
  • Assets
  • Allowable Deductions from Income
  • Determining Rent
  • The Re-Certification Process
  • Annual Re-Certifications
  • Household Changes
  • Ineligible Tenants
  • Lease Requirements
  • Tenant Warnings & Termination
All information above reflects the most current HOTMA-impacted guidance covered in this session.

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