{"id":27350,"date":"2022-07-06T13:43:32","date_gmt":"2022-07-06T13:43:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qcdesignschool.com\/?p=27350"},"modified":"2022-07-06T13:43:32","modified_gmt":"2022-07-06T13:43:32","slug":"how-to-choose-a-home-staging-school-in-5-easy-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/how-to-choose-a-home-staging-school-in-5-easy-steps","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a Home Staging School in 5 Easy Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]Are you interested in becoming a professional home stager? If so, you&#8217;re likely wondering how to choose the right school for your needs. After all, there are many different schools out there, and it can be difficult to determine which one is right for you.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>In this article, we will discuss how to choose a home staging school in 5 easy steps!<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;accent-color&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;75&#8243;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; bottom_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Destined to be a home stager? Then check out our <a href=\"\/2021\/08\/how-to-become-a-home-stager-the-ultimate-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ultimate Guide on Becoming a Homer Stager<\/a> &#8211; even if you have no experience!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/how-to-choose-a-home-staging-school-in-5-easy-steps\/#Choosing_a_Home_Staging_School_Online_or_In-Person\" >Choosing a Home Staging School: Online or In-Person?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/how-to-choose-a-home-staging-school-in-5-easy-steps\/#How_To_Find_a_Home_Staging_School_in_5_Simple_Steps\" >How To Find a Home Staging School in 5 Simple Steps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/how-to-choose-a-home-staging-school-in-5-easy-steps\/#Choosing_a_Home_Staging_School_Must-Have_Criteria_%E2%80%93_and_Red_Flags_To_Avoid\" >Choosing a Home Staging School: Must-Have Criteria &#8211; and Red Flags To Avoid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/how-to-choose-a-home-staging-school-in-5-easy-steps\/#Red_Flags_To_Avoid\" >Red Flags To Avoid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/how-to-choose-a-home-staging-school-in-5-easy-steps\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choosing_a_Home_Staging_School_Online_or_In-Person\"><\/span>Choosing a Home Staging School: Online or In-Person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]The first step in choosing a home staging school is to determine whether you want to attend an online or in-person program. There are pros and cons to both options, so it&#8217;s important to consider what will work best for you.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>In-Person Schooling<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661446479{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If you choose an in-person program, you&#8217;ll have the chance to build relationships with your instructors and classmates. This can be beneficial if you want to network and build a professional support system.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661472558{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]However, in-person programs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestvalueschools.com\/faq\/is-attending-college-online-cheaper-than-attending-a-traditional-college\/#:~:text=Online%20schools&amp;text=They%20do%20not%20have%20thousands,and%2Dmortar%20colleges%20and%20universities.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">can be more expensive<\/a> and may require you to travel. Furthermore, the class schedule will be determined by the school. As such, you&#8217;ll be expected to attend, regardless of your personal availability.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]What does this mean if you have a full-time job or a busy parent? Well, this could make in-person schooling difficult at times.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Online Schooling<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661525869{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"2f4fa8e6-ca1f-4f94-b937-89aadc1ad733\" class=\"quill-block\">Online programs offer the convenience of being able to attend class from anywhere in the world. They are often more affordable than in-person programs. Plus, they provide greater flexibility when it comes to scheduling. This can be a great option if you have a full-time job or other commitments that make attending a traditional school difficult.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661540477{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"2f4fa8e6-ca1f-4f94-b937-89aadc1ad733\" class=\"quill-block\">That said, one downside of online programs is that you won&#8217;t have the opportunity to interact with instructors and classmates in person. If you&#8217;re the type of person who learns best through face-to-face interactions, an online program might not be the best fit for you.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661564229{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"2f4fa8e6-ca1f-4f94-b937-89aadc1ad733\" class=\"quill-block\">But if you want to save money and enjoy the idea of learning on your own terms, an online home staging school will be the best way to go!<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]For the purposes of this article, let&#8217;s assume that you&#8217;d like to enroll in an\u00a0<em>online\u00a0<\/em>home staging course&#8230;[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;27354&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Find_a_Home_Staging_School_in_5_Simple_Steps\"><\/span>How To Find a Home Staging School in 5 Simple Steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Okay, now that you&#8217;ve decided to enroll in an online home staging course, it&#8217;s time to start looking for the right school! Here are 5 easy steps to help you find the best online home staging school for <em>your<\/em> needs:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Step 1: Determine Your Goals<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661612620{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]The first step is to determine your goals. For example, why do you want to become a professional home stager? What are your long-term career aspirations?[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Once you have a clear idea of your goals, you&#8217;ll be able to narrow down your search and find a school that&#8217;s the best fit for you![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Step 2: Consider Your Budget<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661652244{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"3ff15610-383d-48c5-aa48-4e82788d488e\" class=\"quill-block\">The next step is to consider your budget. How much can you afford to spend on a home staging course? Keep in mind that the cost of tuition will vary depending on the school and the length of the program.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<p id=\"3ff15610-383d-48c5-aa48-4e82788d488e\" class=\"quill-block\">Some schools also offer payment plans. So, be sure to ask about this when you&#8217;re considering your options!<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; bottom_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Fun Fact: <a href=\"\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QC Design School<\/a> offers low monthly payment plans on ALL of course self-paced, online courses! Check out the full list of QC programs (and their tuitions) <a href=\"\/online-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Step 3: Make a List of Potential Schools<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661689683{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">Now that you know your goals, it&#8217;s time to start making a list of potential schools. There are many different online home staging programs out there. Thus, you&#8217;ll want to take your time and research each one carefully.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661704259{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">Some things you&#8217;ll want to look for include:<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">Accreditation: Make sure the school is accredited by a reputable organization. This will ensure that you&#8217;re receiving high-quality education.<\/li>\n \t<li id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">Course offerings: What does the home staging course curriculum offer? Does it align with your career goals?<\/li>\n \t<li class=\"quill-block\">Tuition: How much does the program cost? Are there any discounts or payment plans available?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text]We&#8217;ll delve deeper into must-have criteria for online home staging schools shortly![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;27356&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Step 4: Read Reviews<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661744259{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">Once you&#8217;ve compiled a list of potential schools, it&#8217;s time to start reading reviews! There are many different websites where you can find reviews of online courses and programs.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661789122{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">Some things you&#8217;ll want to look for in the reviews include:<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Overall satisfaction rating<\/li>\n \t<li>Ease of use<\/li>\n \t<li>Course quality<\/li>\n \t<li>Customer service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; bottom_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Check out QC Design School&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/QCDesign\/reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reviews on Facebook<\/a> to see what students and grads have been saying about us!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Step 5: Ask Questions<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661865282{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">The final step is to ask questions! Once you&#8217;ve found a few schools that meet your criteria, reach out and ask them any questions you may have.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661878812{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">Some things you might want to ask include:<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Is their school accredited &#8211; and if so, how?<\/li>\n \t<li>How long does their home staging program take to complete?<\/li>\n \t<li>Is their learning environment self-paced, or does it follow a regimented schedule?<\/li>\n \t<li>Will you receive any sort of certification upon graduating?<\/li>\n \t<li>How much does the course cost &#8211; and do they offer any sort of payment plan?<\/li>\n \t<li>What type of support do students receive?<\/li>\n \t<li>Do they have a thorough course curriculum that you can review prior to enrolling?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text]Asking questions will help you narrow down your options and find the best online home staging school for your needs![\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; bottom_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Did you know that QC Design School&#8217;s awesome Support Staff are available 7 days a week by phone, email, and live chat? <a href=\"\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here&#8217;s their contact info<\/a> in case you want to get in touch!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choosing_a_Home_Staging_School_Must-Have_Criteria_%E2%80%93_and_Red_Flags_To_Avoid\"><\/span>Choosing a Home Staging School: Must-Have Criteria &#8211; and Red Flags To Avoid<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661915274{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">Now that we&#8217;ve gone over how to choose a home staging school, let&#8217;s talk about some must-have criteria &#8211; and red flags to avoid!<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<p id=\"ecede28a-73fc-410b-928e-6f8c680b9502\" class=\"quill-block\">When you&#8217;re looking for an online home staging school, here are some things to keep in mind:<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Proper Accreditation<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]The school should be properly accredited, such as through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Better Business Bureau<\/a>. This is non-negotiable! When a learning institution is accredited, it means that it has met certain standards and quality requirements. As a result, you can trust that the education you&#8217;ll receive will be of high quality.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Course Offerings<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661958312{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Does the course curriculum align with your goals? Are there any areas that you&#8217;re particularly interested in? Make sure the school offers courses that meet your needs.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Furthermore,\u00a0<em>especially\u00a0<\/em>when taking an online course of any kind, make sure you&#8217;ll also be given hands-on learning. After all, while textbook learning is also essential, it won&#8217;t be enough to prepare you for the real world. In order to start your career as a home stager as confidently as possible, your course should provide you with opportunities for practical, hands-on experience, too.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; bottom_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>QC Design School&#8217;s online Home Staging Course provides a healthy balance of textbook AND hands-on learning! View our full course curriculum <a href=\"\/online-courses\/home-staging\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Tuition and Payment Options<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]How much does the program cost? Are there any discounts or payment plans available? You&#8217;ll want to make sure you can afford the program before enrolling &#8211; and that you&#8217;ll be getting your money&#8217;s worth![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;27359&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>A Legitimate Website<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662661996407{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]When you&#8217;re looking for an online home staging school, one of the first places you&#8217;ll probably look is the internet. As a result, it&#8217;s important to make sure that the school&#8217;s website is legitimate! A few things to look for include:[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>A physical address<\/li>\n \t<li>An email address<\/li>\n \t<li>A phone number<\/li>\n \t<li>Professional-looking photos<\/li>\n \t<li>A clear and concise course curriculum<\/li>\n \t<li>Tuition rates and payment options<\/li>\n \t<li>Student and grad reviews and\/or spotlights<\/li>\n \t<li>Links to social media channels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text]It&#8217;s also important to make sure that the website is updated regularly. If it looks like it hasn&#8217;t been touched in years, that&#8217;s a red flag! For a prime example of the kind of website you should be looking for, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QC Design School&#8217;s<\/a>![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Social Media Presence<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662662026368{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"14c7a529-9113-471a-b7ee-cbb418b6d448\" class=\"quill-block\">In addition to having a legitimate website, the school should also have an active presence on social media. This is a great way to get an inside look at the school, get a feel for their culture, and see what kind of community they have.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662662039592{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"14c7a529-9113-471a-b7ee-cbb418b6d448\" class=\"quill-block\">A few things to look for include:<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Regular posts<\/li>\n \t<li>Original content<\/li>\n \t<li>Interaction with followers<\/li>\n \t<li>A good mix of content (photos, videos, articles, etc.)<\/li>\n \t<li>Content that showcases students and alumni<\/li>\n \t<li>A positive overall tone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text]Again, QC Design School is a great example of an online home staging school with a strong social media presence. Check us out on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/QCDesign\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/qcdesignschool\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/qcdesignschool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/qcdesignschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pinterest<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/ca.linkedin.com\/school\/qc-design-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/QCDesign\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a>![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Customer Support<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662662085111{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Does the school have a dedicated customer support team? Do they offer 24\/7 support? Are they actually reachable?[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]You&#8217;ll want to make sure you can get help when you need it![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Red_Flags_To_Avoid\"><\/span>Red Flags To Avoid<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Now that we&#8217;ve gone over some must-have criteria, let&#8217;s also talk about some red flags to avoid:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Upfront Payment<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662662204614{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Be wary of any school that asks for payment upfront &#8211; before you&#8217;ve had a chance to try the program. While it&#8217;s totally fine if a school offers an\u00a0<em>option\u00a0<\/em>of paying your full tuition at the time of enrollment, that&#8217;s all it should be: an option.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Furthermore, if a school demands full payment upfront and doesn&#8217;t have any sort of money-back guarantee or trial period, that&#8217;s especially worrisome![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Lack of Transparency<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]The school should be transparent about their accreditation, course offerings, tuition, and so forth. If they&#8217;re not, that&#8217;s a major red flag![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>A Majority of Poor Reviews<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662662246093{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Every school will have its share of both positive <em>and <\/em>negative reviews. That&#8217;s just the way it is! However, if there are more negative than positive reviews, that&#8217;s definitely something to take into consideration.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]So, take the time to read as many reviews of the school as you can find. This way, you&#8217;ll be able to make an informed decision about whether the institution is worth your time and money &#8211; or whether they&#8217;re not.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Nothing Upon Graduation<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662662273533{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]When you graduate from an online home staging school, you should receive a certificate of completion or &#8211; better yet &#8211; a certification in the home staging field. Otherwise, you&#8217;ll have nothing to actually show for your dedication and hard work.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]For instance, graduates of QC&#8217;s Home Staging Course get to walk away with an <i>International Staging and Redesign Professional (ISRP)\u00a0<\/i>double certification + designation! This not only looks great on a resume&#8230; It&#8217;s sure to impress clients and employers alike![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Suspiciously Low Tuition Rates<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662662300309{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Just because online schooling is cheaper than in-person schooling doesn&#8217;t mean your course should be dirt cheap. If the tuition rates seem too good to be true, they probably are. This is why it&#8217;s critical that you do your research and compare rates with other schools <em>before<\/em> enrolling in any program.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<p id=\"1a86e99e-a149-4dfe-88bb-b52bd683d20b\" class=\"quill-block\">Keep in mind, you get what you pay for! So, if a school is charging next to nothing for their coursework, that&#8217;s definitely something to be concerned about.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>You Have To Pay Extra For Your Certification<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662662331717{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p id=\"e09b8155-cec3-420f-932a-0e305e62cb79\" class=\"quill-block\">As we mentioned earlier, you should receive a certification upon completion of your home staging course. However, some schools will try to nickel and dime you by charging extra for this.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<p id=\"e09b8155-cec3-420f-932a-0e305e62cb79\" class=\"quill-block\">Needless to say, this is a major red flag! You should NEVER have to pay an addition fee for your certification. After all, you&#8217;ve earned it! 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