Florida HOA &
Condominium Board
Certification Course
Become a more effective board member with legal guidance from Attorney Dania S. Fernandez. Learn your fiduciary duties and Florida’s newest legislative updates.
DBPR-APPROVED
Meet Florida's board member education requirements under Chapters 718 & 720 and receive your official Certificate of Completion.
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26 YRS EXPERIENCE
Learn from Dania S. Fernandez, Esq., with over 26 years of experience advising Florida condominium and HOA boards on real-world legal issues.
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ONLINE, ON-SITE, & PRIVATE COURSES
Choose the training format that works best for you with live online classes, on-site courses, and private group training available in English and Spanish.
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Board Certification Course
Our board certification courses and training programs provide the legal knowledge, practical tools, and confidence you need to lead your community effectively and in compliance with Florida law.
HOA Board Certification
Florida Chapter 720 Board Certification Course
Meet Florida's HOA board certification requirements with our DBPR-approved course. Learn your legal responsibilities, governance best practices, and earn your official Certificate of Completion.
$149
Per Person
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Condominium Board Certification
Florida Chapter 718 Board Certification Course.
Satisfy Florida's condominium board certification requirements with our DBPR-approved course. Gain the legal knowledge every director needs and receive your official Certificate of Completion.
$199
Per Person
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Private Group Training
On-Site & Live Online Training
Customized DBPR-approved training for condominium and HOA boards, community association managers, management companies, and organizations. Available in English and Spanish.
$1,250
Starting at
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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Stay up-to-date with the latest in condominium, HOA, cooperative, and community association law. Dania S. Fernandez & Associates offers Board of Directors certification classes designed to help board members understand their legal responsibilities and confidently serve their communities.
Board Responsibilities
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Understand fiduciary duties
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Board ethics and governance
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Compliance obligations
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Leadership best practices
Florida Association Law
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Condominium laws
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HOA regulations
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Cooperative associations
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Latest legal requirements
Meetings & Elections
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Meeting notices
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Voting procedures
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Election requirements
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Official board records
Budgets & Reserves
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Budget planning
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Reserve funding
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Financial reporting
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Fiscal responsibility
Insurance & Risk Management
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Insurance requirements
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Risk management
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Maintenance obligations
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Liability protection
2026 Legal Updates
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Recent legislative changes
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New compliance requirements
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Board responsibilities
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Current legal guidance
Record Keeping & Compliance
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Official records
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Document retention
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Inspection requirements
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Compliance procedures
Financial Oversight
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Reading financial statements
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Reserve planning
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Budget monitoring
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Vendor contracts
COURSE SCHEDULE
Choose the format that works for you.
ONLINE COURSE SCHEDULE
- Start Anytime
- Self-Paced | 24/7 Access
- Complete at Your Own Pace
- English & Spanish Available
ON-SITE TRAINING SCHEDULE
- July 18, 2026
- 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
- Kendall, Miami, FL
- Up to 10 Participants
PRIVATE GROUP TRAINING SCHEDULE
- Schedule Your Date
- Up to 20 Participants
- At Your Location or Ours
- Certificates for All Participants
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Florida HOA & Condominium Board Certification? Here are answers to some of the most common questions prospective board members ask before registering.
Who is required to complete the Board Certification Course?
Under Section 718.112, Florida Statutes, newly elected or appointed condominium directors must complete the required board member education. Likewise, Section 720.3033, Florida Statutes, requires newly elected or appointed homeowners’ association directors to complete board member education. Our DBPR-approved courses satisfy these statutory education requirements while providing practical legal guidance to help you confidently fulfill your responsibilities as a board member.
Is this course DBPR approved and does it satisfy Florida's legal requirements?
Yes. Our Board Certification Courses are approved by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and satisfy the education requirements established by Section 718.112, Florida Statutes, for condominium associations and Section 720.3033, Florida Statutes, for homeowners’ associations.
Will I receive a Certificate of Completion?
Yes. Upon successfully completing the course, you will receive an official Certificate of Completion documenting your completion of Florida’s applicable board member education requirements.
Can I take the course online, in person, or in Spanish?
Yes. We offer live online and on-site Board Certification Courses throughout Florida in both English and Spanish. We also provide flexible scheduling for private group training, making it easy for associations and management companies to train their boards in the format that best fits their needs.
Do you offer private group training?
Absolutely. We provide customized on-site and live online training for condominium associations, homeowners’ associations, community association managers, management companies, and organizations. Private training can be scheduled at your preferred date and time and tailored to address your board’s specific needs and questions.
What topics are covered during the course?
Our Board Certification Courses cover the legal duties and fiduciary responsibilities of board members, governance, board meetings, elections, financial oversight, official records, ethics, statutory compliance, and recent legislative updates under Chapters 718 and 720, Florida Statutes. Participants leave with practical legal knowledge they can immediately apply to help lead and protect their communities.
Building Sustainable Communities:
A Blueprint for Change
Practical strategies and real-world guidance for creating stronger, more resilient communities. A valuable resource for board members, property managers, and community association leaders seeking to improve governance, communication, and long-term success.
- Strengthen community governance
- Improve communication & transparency
- Plan for long-term success
- Navigate legal & financial challenges
- Foster community engagement
26+
Years Of Experience
Meet The Instructor: Dania S. Fernandez, ESQ
26 Years Experience Offering Legal Counsel to HOA, Condominium, and Real Estate Clients Across Florida
For more than 26 years, Dania S. Fernandez, Esq. has helped condominium associations, homeowners’ associations, boards of directors, community association managers, and developers understand and comply with Florida’s evolving community association laws.
Register For A Board Certification Course
Whether you’re registering for an upcoming Board Certification Course, requesting private group training, or seeking legal guidance for your association or property, we’re here to help. Complete the form below, and a member of our team will contact you as soon as possible.
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Dania S. Fernandez & Associates, P. A.
Phone Number: (305) 254-4492
Email Address: info@dsfpa.com
Dania S. Fernandez, Esq. is the founder and principal attorney of Dania S. Fernandez & Associates, P.A., with more than 26 years of experience representing condominium associations, homeowners’ associations, property owners, community association managers, and developers throughout Florida. In addition to providing experienced legal representation, Ms. Fernandez teaches DBPR-approved Board Certification Courses that equip board members with the practical knowledge and confidence needed to comply with Florida law and effectively serve their communities. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she proudly serves clients throughout Florida.