Homebuyer Education Class
Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions you will make. Douglas County Housing Partnership (DCHP) is here to help you prepare. Our Homebuyer Education class walks you through the entire home-buying process so you can make informed decisions, qualify for assistance programs, and become a confident homeowner.
This class meets the standards set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the National Industry Standards for Homeownership Education and Counseling (NISHEC), and the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA).
DCHP is a HUD-approved Housing Counseling Agency and a CHFA-approved Homebuyer Education provider.
Class Format and Cost
The class is free and open to anyone interested in buying a home, regardless of income or residency. This in-person, six-hour class is held on the third Saturday of each month, taught by a HUD-certified housing counselor.
Attendees who complete the full class receive a Certificate of Completion that satisfies the homebuyer education requirement for CHFA loan programs and most other first-time homebuyer assistance programs in Colorado.
Topics Covered
The class covers the entire home-buying process, including:
- How to create a budget as a homeowner
- How credit impacts homebuying options and how to improve your credit
- How to find a real estate agent and a lender
- The costs of homebuying and the approval process
- What to expect after closing
In-Person Class Dates
Classes are held from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the following location:
Unity on Park
Community Room
884 Park Street
Castle Rock, CO 80109
Dates of upcoming classes:
- Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Saturday, June 20, 2026
- Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
Attendance Requirements
To receive a Certificate of Completion, attendees must complete the entire class. Per CHFA requirements, certificates cannot be issued to anyone who arrives more than 15 minutes after the class begins, leaves before the class ends, or misses a substantial portion of the curriculum.
One-on-One Classes
If you are unable to attend a group class for a reason beyond your control, a one-on-one class may be available with prior approval from CHFA. Contact us to request a one-on-one class.
Questions or Registration
Please contact DCHP by phone or email to register for the next class:
Raymunda Sibrian, Housing Specialist
Douglas County Housing Partnership
9350 Heritage Hills Circle
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Ph: 720-673-4036 Email: rsibrian@douglasco.gov
Shanan Daugherty, HUD Certified Housing Counselor
Douglas County Housing Partnership
9350 Heritage Hills Circle
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Ph: 303-784-7859 Email: sdaugherty@douglasco.gov
Alternative Options Online: A self-paced course through eHome America, available any time. Please contact our office to learn more about a $75.00, self-paced, online education option that is also available.
Reasonable Accommodation
DCHP is committed to ensuring equal access to all of our programs and services. If you require language assistance or are a person with disabilities who requires a specific accommodation to participate in this program, please contact our Section 504 Coordinator, ideally at least 48 hours before the class. Accommodations are provided at no cost. The Unity on Park location is ADA-compliant. Contact DCHP’s Section 504 Coordinator, Stephine Valdez, Address: 9350 Heritage Hills Circle, Lone Tree, CO 80124, Phone: 720-369-6004, E-mail: SValdez@douglasco.gov.
Section 504 Non-Discrimination Notice
The Douglas County Housing Partnership does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its federally assisted programs and activities based on disability. If you or anyone in your household has a disability that requires specific accommodations to use our programs and services, please let us know.
Disclosure to Clients
DCHP does not steer clients toward, or away from, any particular lender, real estate professional, title company, or loan product. Attending this class does not obligate you to use any other DCHP service or any specific industry partner. You are free to choose the professionals and products that best fit your needs. DCHP is not affiliated with any lender, title company, or real estate brokerage.
Privacy
DCHP is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of client information. In accordance with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act of 1999 and 24 CFR § 214.315(e), we maintain administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect the personal and financial information you share with us. We do not share client information with third parties without your written consent, except as required for HUD and CHFA program oversight or as otherwise required by law. Hard-copy records are kept in locked files; electronic records are password-protected and encrypted, and access is limited to authorized DCHP staff.
Fair Housing Complaints
If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination, you may file a complaint with HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity at hud.gov/fairhousing or by calling 1-800-669-9777.