• My Account
  • Membership
  • Classes by Category
  • Donation
  • Store
  • CAA Home
  •  Cart: 0

classes





  Updated for 2026, the California Certified Residential Manager (CCRM) Property Management series of courses provide comprehensive training specific to the laws and regulations of California.  When you complete the CCRM certification program, you will have the skills necessary to efficiently and effectively manage rental property and an asset to any employer.  The CCRM series of courses has been approved by experts throughout the industry. When you complete the CCRM certification program, you will have the skills necessary to efficiently and effectively manage rental property and be an asset to any employer.

In addition to comprehensive property management training, the property management series instills best practices to run top-notch rental communities and teaches compliance with California’s unique laws and regulations.


Start Date :  September 14, 2026
Renewal of Tenancy and End of the Tenancy: Termination of the tenancy, Three-Day Notices, Abandonment, Disposition of Security Deposit and the Eviction

This class will guide you through lease termination and renewal options, including the significant limitations imposed by AB 1482.  Dealing with tenant misconduct and non-payment of rent, and new rules for using three-day notices will be covered. Unusual circumstances related to termination will also be addressed : abandonment, death, military deployments and change of duty station, etc.  Finally, this class will cover the security deposit disposition law and provide an overview of the unlawful detainer process. 


Qualifies for 3 Units of CCRM Continuing Education Credit
Non-Member Price

$119.00

Member Price

$89.00

Maintenance Management: Maintaining a Property

Without proper upkeep, a rental unit loses its luster, and before long, its ability to attract and retain tenants. It makes more sense to keep your properties shipshape. Brush up on best practices with the California Apartment Association’s class "Maintenance Management: Maintaining a Property."

Qualifies for 3 Units of CCRM Continuing Education Credit
Non-Member Price

$119.00

Member Price

$89.00

Budget Development and Implementation

Ever scratch your head and wonder: Where’d the money go? Without a budget, it’s bound to happen. To succeed in the rental housing business, you can’t be foggy with the numbers. This course teaches the benefits of a budget, how to develop one and the resources you’ll need. Familiarize yourself with various types of budgets, the differences between operating and capital expenses, and the software and templates to help you succeed.

Qualifies for 3 Units of CCRM Continuing Education Credit
Non-Member Price

$119.00

Member Price

$89.00

Professional Skills for Supervisors

When a star employee gets promoted to a supervisory position, it’s exhilarating – but it can be intimidating, too. The newly minted supervisor has a great career opportunity, but without the right people skills and organizational know-how, she and her direct reports can fall short. Professional Skills for Supervisors helps head off this scenario.

Qualifies for 3 Units of CCRM Continuing Education Credit
Non-Member Price

$119.00

Member Price

$89.00

Fair Housing: It’s the Law

With discrimination complaints, undercover investigations and penalties on the rise, it is imperative to abide by federal, state and local laws regarding Fair Housing. With this course, Fair Housing: It’s the Law, you’ll receive the knowledge you need to follow the rules.

Qualifies for 3 Units of CCRM Continuing Education Credit
Non-Member Price

$119.00

Member Price

$89.00

Liability and Risk Management: Protecting the Investment 

For better or worse, California has a litigious business environment – and the rental housing industry is no exception. If you don’t play by the rules, you’ll eventually end up in court. Ignorance of the law isn’t a defense.  Luckily, those in the rental housing business have the California Apartment Association’s help in becoming versed in the law. With this course, learn to protect your investment in property, and count yourself among the savvy when it comes to liability and risk management.

Qualifies for 3 Units of CCRM Continuing Education Credit
Non-Member Price

$119.00

Member Price

$89.00