caps #2 DESIGN CONCEPTS & METHODS FOR LIVABLE HOMES & AIP

As millions of Americans redefine what it means to grow older, they're demanding homes that grow with them. They don’t want to move—they want to modify. But most homes aren't designed for what’s next.

You can be the expert who helps them stay safe, independent, and comfortable—without sacrificing beauty or function.

This course empowers you with the design knowledge and techniques to transform homes into livable, lasting environments for people of every age, stage, and ability.

Too often, homes are built without considering the long game—how spaces must adapt to illness, injury, or aging. While demand for aging-in-place solutions grows, many professionals still rely on outdated design models or don’t know how to plan for flexible, accessible living.

CAPS II – Design Concepts and Methods for Livable Homes and Aging in Place takes your expertise to the next level—giving you the tools to design with purpose, adapt existing spaces, and integrate smart, client-centered solutions into every home.

By completing this course, you’ll be able to:

• Design with empathy and foresight: Learn how to modify homes while clients remain in residence—minimizing disruption, maximizing dignity.
   
• Select products and solutions that enhance quality of life and improve daily function for aging and diverse populations.
   
• Apply livable home principles: Understand how universal design, accessible design, and aging-in-place concepts intersect and support real client outcomes.
   
• Tailor your designs to the three key aging-in-place market segments—helping you provide relevant, cost-effective, and beautiful solutions.
   

This intermediate-level course is ideal for:

• Builders and Remodelers
   
• Occupational and Physical Therapists
   
• Real Estate Professionals
   
• Trade Contractors
   
• Designers, Architects, and Academics
   

If you're serious about creating homes that support safety, style, and independence—this is your next step.

• Required for the Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) designation
   
• Earn 6 CE credits for NAHB designations: CGA, CGB, CGR, GMB, CSP, Master CSP, CMP, MIRM
   
• Includes 6 AIA/CES HSW Learning Units (reported by NAHB for AIA members)
   
• Earn 6 CE credits from AIBD
   
• Receive 0.6 AOTA CEUs (virtual format included)