To help raise the standards of the Private Rented Sector (PRS) Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) and Inventory Hive are launching two brand new on-demand industry training courses – accessible anytime.
Led by Michael Hill of TDS and Richard Abbots of Inventory Hive, the courses guide property professionals through reporting at each stage of a tenancy, making the process as smooth as possible.
Below is a brief summary of the two new sessions, along with a summary of the existing TDS Academy workshops.
Pre-tenancy activity and inventory check-in
The first on-demand course includes an introduction to inventory check-ins and practical tips for compiling reports. The session focuses on key vocabulary/terminology and what to include in an inventory report.
This on-demand course is priced at £25 (includes VAT) and comes with:
- 90 minutes on-demand video
- 12 downloadable resources
- Access on desktop, tablet or smartphone
- On-demand lifetime access
- Certificate of completion
Mid-term visits and end of tenancy check-out
The second on-demand course focuses on mid-term visits and end of tenancy check-out reports. The session includes practical guidance on undertaking reports, alongside how reports are approached by an adjudicator when considering deposit deductions.
This on-demand course is priced at £25 (includes VAT) and comes with:
- 90 minutes on-demand video
- 8 downloadable resources
- Access on desktop, tablet or smartphone
- On-demand lifetime access
- Certificate of completion
Short Explainer Video
TDS foundation and adjudication workshops
Alongside these two courses, TDS also run the popular TDS Academy Online, helping property professional get a real grasp of all things tenancy deposit protection and how to think like an adjudicator. There are still places available in May 2021 for both the Foundation and Adjudication workshops.
Visit Booking PageHow can I display my ‘TDS Academy Approved’ accreditation logo?
Delegates who complete both TDS Academy Online courses and TDS & Inventory Hive courses will be awarded with the new ‘TDS Approved Academy Accreditation’ which is valid for 18 months. You can access the syllabus from the link below.
Download SyllabusUsers of the Inventory Hive platform can automatically display their ‘TDS Academy Approved’ logo in the footer of reports for added credibility. You can find a sample report here.
“Ensuring that property professionals knowledge net is as wide as it can possibly be is something us and Inventory Hive value greatly. Having a core skillset and understanding of the ever-changing worlds that are tenancy deposit protection and inventories can be the key to avoiding costly deposit disputes” said Michael Hill.
To start your journey towards your TDS Approved Academy Accreditation, sign up to the TDS & Inventory Hive Course here.