Welcome to Our Board Member Educational Resources
At DST Property Management, we understand the vital role that board members play in ensuring the effective governance and success of our organization. To support your ongoing growth and enhance your leadership capabilities, we’ve curated a comprehensive set of educational materials designed to provide valuable insights and practical knowledge.
Whether you’re a seasoned board member or new to the role, these resources will equip you with the tools you need to navigate responsibilities, make informed decisions, and foster collaboration within the board. We encourage you to explore the various materials, attend webinars, and engage with the content regularly to stay updated on best practices and emerging trends in governance.
Thank you for your commitment to our mission. We are excited to support you in your role and help you thrive as a board member.
Standard Operating Procedures for Board Members
Becker’s NEW 4-Hour Board Certification
Related Statutes and Administrative Codes
Chapter 720 – Homeowners’ Associations
Chapter 468 Part VIII – Community Association Management
HOA Board Education Requirements Questioned” – News-Press (Becker)
The following appears to be the DBPR’s interpretation of the new laws:
4-Hour Board Member “Certification”
- HOA Directors elected or appointed prior to July 1, 2024, must complete a 4-hour Board Member Certification class within four years, if the director serves on the board without interruption during the 4-year period. Directors who have been continuously on the Board since July 1 2024, have until June 30, 2028 to take this 4-hour Board Member Certification class.
- HOA Directors appointed or elected on or after July 1, 2024, must complete a 4-hour Board Member Certification class within 90 days after being elected or appointed. So, if someone is newly elected or appointed after July 1, 2024, they will have to take the 4-hour Board Member Certification class within 90 days of being elected or appointed.
- The Certificate of Completion is valid for up to 4 years before the certification course must be retaken.
Board Member “Continuing Education”
- In addition to “certification,” an HOA Director must complete at least 4 hours of “continuing education” annually. This does not have to be a 4-hour class but can be broken into a series of classes. For HOA’s operating more than 2500 parcels, 8 hours of continuing education is required.
- HOA Directors who were elected or appointed prior to July 1, 2024, have until June 30, 2025, to take 4 hours of continuing education, 8 hours for directors of communities with more than 2500 parcels.
One question that has been asked is whether the 4-hour “certification” class can satisfy the 4 hours of “continuing education” for the year in which the Board certification class was taken. The DBPR has not provided guidance or interpretation on this issue, perhaps the administrative rules will, when or if they are adopted.