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Details & Solutions for Livable Homes and Aging In Place (CAPS III)

This course builds on the CAPS II course (which is a highly recommended prerequisite to this course) by introducing design solutions and techniques for professionals whose clients require specialized design and equipment to live and thrive comfortably in their homes. Whole house product specification and installation techniques will be covered accompanied by practical, hands-on activities. By completing this course, participants will be able to:
  •Describe the challenging nature of design for aging in place projects.
  •Identify available innovative and specialized products.
  •Explain best practices for design and installation of key components in AIP home design.
  •Describe the importance of budget and early product selection
  •Identify common missteps for design and installation of AIP solutions.
  •Recommend the best solutions for common single-room modifications based on needs identified in a provided client assessment and a room survey.
  •List installation considerations for recommended modifications in a specified space.
  •Prioritize the comprehensive solutions based on previous exercises when integrated into a real-world whole house scenario.
  •Evaluate design considerations and installation requirements for recommended modifications based on whole house layout and circulation patterns.
  •Prioritize individual projects relative to budget, needs and urgency. This course qualifies for:
  •6 CE for AIBD
  •0.6 AOTA CEUs
  •6 AIA/CES HSW Learning Units
  •6 NAHB CE for: CAPS, CGA, CGB, CGR, GMB, CSP, Master CSP, CMP, MIRM

Event Information

Course
When: 7/10/2025 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Where: Washington, DC NAHB Live Online
ONLINE
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Contact:
NAHB Live Online
ONLINE
SEE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTRATION LINK
Washington, DC 20005
Council Fee: $169
NAHB Member Fee: $169
Non-member Fee: $225


Instructor: Steve Monroe CAPS, CGP

Sponsoring HBA: NAHB Live Online
Sponsoring HBA Website: https://elearning.nahb.org/live-online-courses

Special Instructions: Take all the classes you need for your CAPS credential in one go, and get a 10% discount! This live class is intended to be interactive. Please ensure you are in an environment that allows you to participate and that your camera and microphone are working. Due to the live, interactive nature of this course, no recordings will be available. By completing this course, participants will be able to: Create comprehensive designs for aging in place projects. Become familiar with available innovative and specialized products. Practice design and installation for key components of in AIP home design. Implement techniques of budget integration into design and product se

 

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