Events

Training Updates:

Staying engaged and informed is extremely important, and we connect everyone in our industry to the tools and resources they need to succeed. Every year we host a Conference & Expo in Southern California, Arizona, and Nevada.

We look forward to planning and seeing everyone at the annual Conference and Expo’s in 2023. These events will offer updates in the housing industry, legislative changes, latest training topics, Vendor Expos, and more.

Check back for updates. Click here to download our 2024 Training Calendar. If you have questions or need more information, email training@ahma-psw.org or call our team at 866.698.AHMA (2462).


 

FREE Exclusive Webinar for Associates

  • March 19, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

AHMA-PSW presents a FREE exclusive webinar for Associates Only! 

Join us for an exciting Associates Webinar on Tuesday, March 19th, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm!

This exclusive webinar offers you the chance to meet our dynamic Associates Committee. Discover the impactful work they do and gain insights into an exciting new opportunity tailored just for you. Trust us, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Delve into the details of a groundbreaking opportunity crafted by the committee to strengthen their connection with our membership. Don’t let this unique occasion pass you by – reserve your spot and register now!

*** Important Information ***

This AHMA-PSW event is exclusive for AHMA-PSW Associates. Spots are limited, so secure your spot promptly.

 

Meeting Link Details

The meeting link and details will be sent out to registrants in a separate email, no later than 48 hours prior to the training date and a reminder will be emailed an hour before the training course. Please be sure to check your junk mail for any emails from training@ahma-psw.org.

Webinar: Grant Series 1- Introduction to Grant Writing

  • March 28, 2024 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: LaQuetta Shambles

A four-session Grant Builder Training divided by 2 Series, each 2 parts. The breakdown of the classes are as follows:

Grant Series 1 – Introduction to Grant Writing

Part One – 4 hour webinar (February 15th, 2024)

– Grantmaking and Grant Writing

– Differences Between Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt

– Partnerships and Collaborations

– How to be Competitive and Successful (Grant Ready!)

– Grantmaking Key Stakeholders

 

Part Two – 4 hours webinar (March 28th, 2024)

– Basic Standards, Rules, and Expectations

– Grant Research & Government Grants

– Non-Government Grant

– White Paper

 

Grant Series 2 – Advanced Grant Writing

Part 1 – 4 hours  (April 11th, 2024) 

– Writing the Grant

– Budget Development

– Workplan

 

Part 2 – 4 hours (April 25th, 2024) 

-Writing the Grant

-Reviewing and Submitting the Grant

-Reviewing and Submitting the Grant

 

*** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ***

This registration is only for Series 1: part 1 & 2. When registering for this training consider that this Grant Writing series is composed of two (2) 4-hour interactive Zoom meeting training sessions.

Bundle Rate is available for both Series 1: “Introduction to Grant Writing” & Series 2: “Advanced Grant Writing” of the Grant Builder Training. Breakdown for both Series 1 & 2 is shown above. Limited space available. 

(We HIGHLY RECOMMEND attendees register for Grant Series 1 as Series 2 will cover items discussed during Series 1)

Meeting Link Details

The meeting link and details will be sent out to registrants in a separate email, no later than 48 hours prior to the training date and a reminder will be emailed an hour before the training course. Please be sure to check your junk mail for any emails from training@ahma-psw.org.

 

Registration Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy: Payment for course registration is due prior to the scheduled class date. If a registrant is registered within 3 business days of the scheduled training, payment is required to be made via credit card. Send an email to training@ahma-psw.org or call the office at 1.866.698.2462 to make payment by credit card.

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancellation needs to be completed 7 days prior to the scheduled training date by via email to training@ahma-psw.orgYou will be charged full registration if cancellation is not done within that stated period.

Grant Series 2- Advanced Grant Writing

  • April 11, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • April 25, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Instructor: LaQuetta Shambles

A four-session Grant Builder Training divided by 2 Series, each 2 parts. The breakdown of the classes are as follows:

Grant Series 1 – Introduction to Grant Writing

Part One – 4 hour webinar (February 15th, 2024)

– Grantmaking and Grant Writing

– Differences Between Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt

– Partnerships and Collaborations

– How to be Competitive and Successful (Grant Ready!)

– Grantmaking Key Stakeholders

 

Part Two – 4 hours webinar (March 28th, 2024)

– Basic Standards, Rules, and Expectations

– Grant Research & Government Grants

– Non-Government Grant

– White Paper

 

Grant Series 2 – Advanced Grant Writing

(We HIGHLY RECOMMEND attendees register for Grant Series 1 as Series 2 will cover items discussed during Series 1)

Part 1 – 4 hours  (April 11th, 2024) 

– Writing the Grant

– Budget Development

– Workplan

 

Part 2 – 4 hours (April 25th, 2024) 

-Writing the Grant

-Reviewing and Submitting the Grant

-Reviewing and Submitting the Grant

 

*** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ***

This registration is only for Series 2: part 1 & 2. When registering for this training consider that this Grant Writing series is composed of two (2) 4-hour In-Person training sessions.

Location is TBD (Southern California)

Bundle Rate is available for both Series 1: “Introduction to Grant Writing” & Series 2: “Advanced Grant Writing” of the Grant Builder Training. Breakdown for both Series 1 & 2 is shown above. Limited space available. 

 

Registration Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy: Payment for course registration is due prior to the scheduled class date. If a registrant is registered within 3 business days of the scheduled training, payment is required to be made via credit card. Send an email to training@ahma-psw.org or call the office at 1.866.698.2462 to make payment by credit card.

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancellation needs to be completed 7 days prior to the scheduled training date by via email to training@ahma-psw.orgYou will be charged full registration if cancellation is not done within that stated period.

Webinar: Document Objective Writing Training

  • April 17, 2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Objective Writing 

Presenter: Berta Montoya

Objective writing emphasizes facts, information, and arguments, and can be contrasted with subjective writing which relates to personal feelings and biases.

  • What is objective writing and its elements,
  • The differences between subjective vs. objective writing,
  • Take a look and analyze the objective writing sample
  • How to Prepare an Effective Letter /Document / Email
  • How to Ensure Proper Punctuation, Capitalization, and Spelling
  • What to Include or Not to Include in Your Written Communications (subjective vs objective language)

2nd Hour

  • How to respond to your emails
  • Keep it simple to get results.
  • Do’s and “Don’ts

 

 

Meeting Link Details

The meeting link and details will be sent out to registrants in a separate email, no later than 48 hours prior to the training date and a reminder will be emailed an hour before the training course. Please be sure to check your junk mail for any emails from training@ahma-psw.org.

 

Registration Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy: Payment for course registration is due prior to the scheduled class date. If a registrant is registered within 3 business days of the scheduled training, payment is required to be made via credit card. Send an email to training@ahma-psw.org or call the office at 1.866.698.2462 to make payment by credit card.

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancellation needs to be completed 7 days prior to the scheduled training date by via email to training@ahma-psw.orgYou will be charged full registration if cancellation is not done within that stated period.

 

2 Day Virtual Certified Course – FHC

  • April 24, 2024 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • April 25, 2024 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Presenter: Angela Cisneros 

 

The requirements set forth in the Fair Housing Act and Section 504 regulations are enormously complex and far-reaching. NAHMA’s Fair Housing Compliance (FHC) course trains managers to understand these complex regulations, and provides clear instructions on fair housing laws. The comprehensive, practical training manual for this course includes ready-to-use documents and forms to conduct a Section 504 Self-Evaluation and sample Transition Plan.

The course teaches a step-by-step approach to determining the administrative and financial feasibility of making units accessible. Not only does NAHMA’s Fair Housing course cover the application process, which includes screening, accepting, and rejecting applicants, it also presents instruction on developing company-wide policies and procedures. The Fair Housing Compliance is a required course for NAHMA’s NAHP certification program. All participants who successfully complete the course will receive a FHC certificate and lapel pin.

 

*** PLEASE NOTE ***

The class will be taught in two 4-hour Interactive Zoom meeting training sessions over two consecutive days. The dates and times are as follows: April 24th: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm PST & April 25th: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm PST, and a take home two (2) hour certification exam that must be taken within 2 weeks of completing the course.

Each participant will receive the Zoom meeting credentials and an electronic copy of the NAHMA Fair Housing manual via email two (2) business days prior to the course. You will use this manual during the two (2) training sessions.

 

 

Meeting Link Details

The meeting link and details will be sent out to registrants in a separate email, no later than 48 hours prior to the training date and a reminder will be emailed an hour before the training course. Please be sure to check your junk mail for any emails from training@ahma-psw.org.

 

Registration Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy: Payment for course registration is due prior to the scheduled class date. If a registrant is registered within 3 business days of the scheduled training, payment is required to be made via credit card. Send an email to training@ahma-psw.org or call the office at 1.866.698.2462 to make payment by credit card.

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancellation needs to be completed 7 days prior to the scheduled training date by via email to training@ahma-psw.orgYou will be charged full registration if cancellation is not done within that stated period.

47th Annual CA Conference & Expo

  • May 19, 2024 - May 21, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Be the Inspiration at AHMA-PSW’s 2024 CA Conference & Expo!

A high-quality program to educate, train and empower attendees to make a difference in their communities.

  • Expo Grand Opening Receptions, May 19th
  • 2 Days – Concurrent Sessions
  • 8 Training Tracks
  • 6 Sessions per Track
  • Maintenance Madness, May 20th

Click here to visit the microsite for more details.

 

Registering a group of 5 of more? We can assist. Email Jazmin Ceballos at ed@ahma-psw.org and she will send you a group registration form. Once completed and returned, AHMA-PSW staff will register your group for your convenience.

Don’t wait!

Conference registration closes May 10, 2024

 

Hotel Information:

All attendees must make their own hotel reservation. Click here or call Oswaldo Campos at 310-337-5335 to book a room at the special group rate for the “AHMA-PSW”.

Last Day to Book at the Special Group RateSunday, April 28, 2024

 

Payments:

All payment, including registration and bowling, must be received by Wednesday, May 15th.

 

Conference Terms & Conditions:

We strongly recommend that  you review the attached terms and conditions prior to registering for the conference & expo.

 

***Review the Photography & Marketing Terms & Conditions, prior to registering.***

***Review the Conference Terms & Conditions here, prior to registering.***

***Review the Bowling Event Waiver, prior to registering.***

Webinar: Reducing Fair Housing Claims by Providing Exceptional Customer Service

  • June 12, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Instructor: Ruben Jackman-Rivera – Good Human

This interactive presentation will help reduce fair housing complaints by providing an enhanced understanding of effectively communicating with residents while providing good customer service. Participants will increase their awareness of Federal Fair Housing Laws while identifying strategies on developing safe relationships with residents. Learn how to:

  • Recognize the difference between good and bad customer service traits.
  • Identify and utilize effective communication skills.
  • Enhance skills in developing resident relationships while staying within fair housing guidelines.

 

Meeting Link Details

The meeting link and details will be sent out to registrants in a separate email, no later than 48 hours prior to the training date and a reminder will be emailed an hour before the training course. Please be sure to check your junk mail for any emails from training@ahma-psw.org.

 

Registration Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy: Payment for course registration is due prior to the scheduled class date. If a registrant is registered within 3 business days of the scheduled training, payment is required to be made via credit card. Send an email to training@ahma-psw.org or call the office at 1.866.698.2462 to make payment by credit card.

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancellation needs to be completed 7 days prior to the scheduled training date by via email to training@ahma-psw.orgYou will be charged full registration if cancellation is not done within that stated period.

Webinar: Computer Etiquette Training

  • June 18, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Computer Netiquette or Net Etiquette

Presenter: Berta Montoya

Computer Etiquette or Internet etiquette, is an ideal pattern or behavior for Internet users, Do’s and Don’ts guidelines about what is acceptable in an online medium for professional and personal use.

In this course we will learn;

  • What is computer netiquette and why is it important?
  • Some Rules:
  •  Remembering the human
  • Know where you are
  • Make yourself look good online
  • Respect others privacy and
  • Don’t abuse your power and Be forgiving

2nd hour

  • Respond to emails and texts promptly
  • Video meetings netiqquete
  • Share with discretion
  • Always fact check
  • Applying the same standards online as in real life.

 

Meeting Link Details

The meeting link and details will be sent out to registrants in a separate email, no later than 48 hours prior to the training date and a reminder will be emailed an hour before the training course. Please be sure to check your junk mail for any emails from training@ahma-psw.org.

 

Registration Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy: Payment for course registration is due prior to the scheduled class date. If a registrant is registered within 3 business days of the scheduled training, payment is required to be made via credit card. Send an email to training@ahma-psw.org or call the office at 1.866.698.2462 to make payment by credit card.

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancellation needs to be completed 7 days prior to the scheduled training date by via email to training@ahma-psw.orgYou will be charged full registration if cancellation is not done within that stated period.

Executive Series 3, Session 1: Conducting Effective, Legally Compliant Investigations of Harassment & Bullying Allegations

  • June 20, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Presenter: Diane Dee 

Your employees have the right to a safe, non-threatening work environment. Their productivity and morale can be seriously affected not only by instances of workplace bullying and harassment, but also by their leaders’ response to these problems. Therefore, it is imperative that organizations have strategies in place in order for managers and supervisors to recognize the signs of toxic and/or illegal behavior among employees, and take action to restore a healthy work culture.

 

*** Executive Series Bundle Registration ***

This class is part of the AHMA-PSW Executive Series, consisting of 3 webinars. A Bundle rate is available at registration . The Bundle will include attendance to the following scheduled sessions:

Session 1 – Conducting Effective, Legally Compliant Investigations of Harassment & Bullying Allegations (June 20th)
Session 2 – Investigating Instances of Insubordination (July 16th)
Session 3 – Offboarding with Care; Conducting Legal  Ethical Employee Terminations (August 21st)

 

Meeting Link Details

The meeting link and details will be sent out to registrants in a separate email, no later than 48 hours prior to the training date and a reminder will be emailed an hour before the training course. Please be sure to check your junk mail for any emails from training@ahma-psw.org.

 

Registration Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy: Payment for course registration is due prior to the scheduled class date. If a registrant is registered within 3 business days of the scheduled training, payment is required to be made via credit card. Send an email to training@ahma-psw.org or call the office at 1.866.698.2462 to make payment by credit card.

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancellation needs to be completed 7 days prior to the scheduled training date by via email to training@ahma-psw.orgYou will be charged full registration if cancellation is not done within that stated period.

Executive Series 3, Session 2: Investigating Instances of Insubordination

  • July 16, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Presenter: Diane Dee

Instances of insubordination can cause conflicts in your workplace. This concept refers to any employee who disrespects or intentionally disobeys authority figures and this type of behavior may lead to consequences to the employee. Understanding what constitutes insubordination and how to address this issue can help managers maintain a positive, productive work environment.

 

 

*** Executive Series Bundle Registration ***

This class is part of the AHMA-PSW Executive Series, consisting of 3 webinars. A Bundle rate is available at registration . The Bundle will include attendance to the following scheduled sessions:

Session 1 – Conducting Effective, Legally Compliant Investigations of Harassment & Bullying Allegations (June 20th)
Session 2 – Investigating Instances of Insubordination (July 16th)
Session 3 – Offboarding with Care; Conducting Legal & Ethical Employee Terminations (August 21st)

Meeting Link Details

The meeting link and details will be sent out to registrants in a separate email, no later than 48 hours prior to the training date and a reminder will be emailed an hour before the training course. Please be sure to check your junk mail for any emails from training@ahma-psw.org.

 

Registration Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy: Payment for course registration is due prior to the scheduled class date. If a registrant is registered within 3 business days of the scheduled training, payment is required to be made via credit card. Send an email to training@ahma-psw.org or call the office at 1.866.698.2462 to make payment by credit card.

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancellation needs to be completed 7 days prior to the scheduled training date by via email to training@ahma-psw.orgYou will be charged full registration if cancellation is not done within that stated period.