Homebuyer Education Courses

Thinking about homeownership? Attend our homebuyer education course and learn what it takes to become a homeowner. Our course is taught by SSHC HUD-certified housing counselors who are ready to answer your biggest questions. Courses held on Zoom are split into two 3-hour sessions. In-person courses are 8 hours with lunch.

SSHC is an Illinois nonprofit organization, and our services are free.

Register for Courses on Eventbrite:

Following your Eventbrite registration, you will receive an email with the Zoom link to join. The link will also be available on the Eventbrite Online Event Page.

Click Here to Register for a Course

Contact our office at (708) 957-4674 if you need help registering for the course.

2026 Course Schedule:

Our comprehensive course is taught across two Zoom sessions (Wednesday evening and Saturday morning) unless noted as an in-person class. Attendees must attend both sessions to receive course credit.

  • January 21 & 24
  • February 18 & 21
  • March 18 & 21
  • April 22 & 25
  • May 20 & 23
  • May 30 – In-Person!
  • June 27 – In-Person!
  • July 22 & 25
  • August 19 & 22
  • September 19 – In-Person!
  • October 21 & 24
  • November 18 & 21
  • December 16 & 19

Our Comprehensive Course Covers:

  • Fair Housing & Lending Rights
  • Homeownership Readiness
  • Money Management & Credit
  • Obtaining a Mortgage Loan
  • Down Payment Assistance Programs
  • Homebuying Team Panel ready to answer your questions
  • How to Protect Your Investment

Requirements for Completion:

Participants MUST complete both online sessions or the full in-person course AND receive one-on-one Home Purchase Counseling.

Certificates of Completion are provided at your lender’s request and only after your executed contract is submitted to SSHC.

Prefer to take the course on your own schedule?

You can receive Online Homebuyer Education through our E-Home America website.
This course has a fee. You must also complete the Home Purchase Counseling.

Equal Opportunity Disclaimer:

SSHC is a nonprofit, HUD-approved, comprehensive housing counseling agency. We serve all clients regardless of income, race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, family status, disability, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected class. We administer our programs in conformity with local, state, and federal anti-discrimination laws.

As a housing counseling program participant, you are not obligated to use the products and services of SSHC or our industry or financial partners. Upon request, SSHC can provide a list of industry and financial partners.