National American Indian Housing Council
2026 Training Schedule
Upcoming Training Events
In partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Native American Programs (HUD ONAP), the National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) provides classroom-style training courses. Additional trainings may be found on ONAPs Calendar of Events here.
Pathways Home: Train-the-Trainer | April 20 – 24, 2026 | Mahnomen, MN (White Earth)
Description: Pathways Home: Train-the-Trainer will instruct participants on how to deliver a comprehensive homebuyer education program designed to help educate prospective Native homebuyers on how to become successful homeowners. The curriculum is specifically...
Self-Sufficiency | April 29 – 30, 2026 | Kimpton Hotel Vintage – Portland, OR
Description: This two-day course focuses on how Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs) can use NAHASDA funds to support residents' efforts to become self-sufficient. Participants will explore what self-sufficiency means, what self-sufficiency could look like for...
Tribal Council Roles & Responsibilities | April 29 – 30, 2026 | Marriott Hollywood Beach – Hollywood, FL
Description: This two-day course is designed to equip Tribal Council members with a comprehensive understanding of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) and the federal requirements governing the Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG)...
Conveyance Process | May 12 – 13, 2026 | Atlantis Casino Resort Spa – Reno, NV
Description: This free, in person HUD-sponsored training empowers Tribal Leaders, TDHE staff, housing professionals, and community members to successfully transfer paid-off homes under the IHBG program. Participants will learn HUD’s conveyance requirements,...
Executive Director | June 2 – 3, 2026 | Denver, CO
Description: This two-day course explores the history of Indian housing, NAHASDA statutory and regulatory requirements, development of the Indian Housing Plan (IHP), preparation of the Annual Performance Report (APR), fiscal management, procurement standards, internal...
Pathways Home: Train-the-Trainer | June 8 – 12, 2026 | Sacramento, CA
Pathways Home: Train-the-Trainer will instruct participants on how to deliver a comprehensive homebuyer education program designed to help educate prospective Native homebuyers on how to become successful homeowners. The curriculum is specifically tailored for Native...
Board of Commissioners | June 16 – 17, 2026 | Virtual Training via Zoom
The Board of Commissioners Virtual Training provides Tribal Housing Board members with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively oversee Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs) under NAHASDA. This course covers NAHASDA regulations, board governance,...
Housing Policy | June 30 – July 1, 2026 | Fort McDowell, AZ
Description: This training provides an overview of HUD’s Office of Native American Programs (ONAP) housing policies, focusing on the Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) and related regulations. Participants will learn how to develop, implement, and monitor housing...
Self-Monitoring | July 7 – 8, 2026 | Oklahoma City, OK
Description: This training guides Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs), Tribal leaders, and housing staff in conducting effective annual self-monitoring under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA). Participants learn to...
Pathways Home: Train-the-Trainer | July 20 – 24, 2026 | Muckleshoot Hotel – Auburn, WA
Pathways Home: Train-the-Trainer will instruct participants on how to deliver a comprehensive homebuyer education program designed to help educate prospective Native homebuyers on how to become successful homeowners. The curriculum is specifically tailored for Native...
Self-Monitoring | July 21 – 22, 2026 | Virtual Training via Zoom
This training equips Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs), Tribal leaders, and housing staff with essential skills to conduct effective annual self-monitoring under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) and HUD's Office of...
Force Account | August 4 – 5, 2026 | Virtual Training via Zoom
This training will provide Tribal Housing professionals with guidance on the management of Force Account Construction in housing development activities. Participants will learn about the roles and responsibilities of Tribal Housing programs and how to export and plan...
Self-Monitoring | August 18 – 19, 2026 | Virtual Training via Zoom
This training equips Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs), Tribal leaders, and housing staff with essential skills to conduct effective annual self-monitoring under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) and HUD's Office of...
Housing Policy | August 25 – 26, 2026 | Virtual Training Via Zoom
Description: This training provides an overview of HUD’s Office of Native American Programs (ONAP) housing policies, focusing on the Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) and related regulations. Participants will learn how to develop, implement, and monitor housing...
IHP/APR | OCTOBER 14 -15, 2026 | Oklahoma City, OK
Description: This training provides an overview of HUD’s guidance for developing the Indian Housing Plan (IHP) and Annual Performance Report (APR) required under the Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) program. Participants learn how to complete each section of the...