(a) The department may certify nonprofit owner-builder housing programs operated by a tax-exempt organization listed under Section 501(c)(3), Internal Revenue Code of 1986, to:
(1) qualify potential owner-builders for loans under this subchapter;
(2) provide owner-builder education classes under Section 2306.756;
(3) assist owner-builders in building or rehabilitating housing; and
(4) originate or service loans made under this subchapter.
(b) The department by rule shall adopt procedures for the certification of nonprofit owner-builder housing programs under this section.