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QC Design School
With QC's Aging in Place certification course, you'll gain the expertise you need to create safe, stylish and functional living spaces for aging clients. QC's comprehensive online curriculum covers everything from accessible design principles to developing personalized design solutions for your clients. You'll graduate with the skills and expert knowledge you need to stand out in the home design industry.
- Build on your existing design knowledge by expanding your skills and set yourself apart in the design industry
- Receive personalized feedback and advice on your assignments from our top design & decorating experts
- Join a thriving virtual community to connect with other design professionals and gain exclusive access to bonus materials and expert-led webinars
- Leverage built-in business training and real-world templates to help you launch your design career and grow your clientele with aging in place services
- Enjoy discounts and affiliations with top organizations including DesignFiles, Placez, SampleBoard, and more
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“I learned a lot of great information, and was given tools I can use over and over again in my future career. I loved being able to work on the course in my own time and not feel pressured with deadlines.”
“QC Design School seemed to be the best program for me, both in terms of quality and flexibility. I was pleased with how well this program was put together and how user friendly it was!”
“QC Design School immediately caught my attention! The program was very straightforward and the staff were very kind and helpful!”
“The course outline was clearly laid out on the website, the materials were efficient and easy to follow, I could complete the units at my own pace, and it was reasonably priced.”
“Being able to learn the business and how to work with clients is so amazing! QC Design School has been a fun and very positive experience for me.”
“The courses were very well organized, and I had amazing support from QC as well as my tutor throughout the process. I totally recommend it!”
Here's What You'll Learn
QC's comprehensive Aging In Place course will show you how to:
- Design a home or living space that's safe and convenient for any client with aging concerns
- Understand common physiological changes, medical conditions, and lifestyle changes people experience as they age
- Work with a variety of budget types, design requirements and different client personalities
- Incorporate decluttering and home transition services into your home design business
- Build your brand and market your new aging in place services
- Plan and develop a professional portfolio that helps you land new clients
Aging in Place Professional™ (APDP™)
Your Aging in Place Certification
Once you graduate from your online design course, you'll receive a certification and be able to use the designation of Aging in Place Professional (APDP).
This certification demonstrates that you have successfully completed professional aging in place training and that you possess all the skills and knowledge required to create comfortable and functional homes.
Learn from Tammy Hart
Tammy Hart is the owner of Designer Chick Co. She also served as a director on the National Board for DDA. Tammy has presented at IIDEXCanada and The Small Business Forum, been featured in East of the City Magazine, and appeared on the Rogers Daytime Durham talk show.
Access an Exclusive Virtual Community Where Creativity Thrives
Be a member of QC's supportive Virtual Community where students and graduates can connect with mentors, share insights and grow together. Tap into free webinars where top design professionals share industry secrets, and take part in lively discussions covering everything from your latest assignment to your next career move. We're here to inspire and enhance your educational journey.
Join us in shaping the future of the design industry.
Course Outline
QC's Aging in Place Design course is divided into three specialized training units designed to improve your skills and develop your expertise in universal design.
This first unit will introduce you to the Aging in Place (AIP) design industry. You'll learn about the responsibilities of an AIP designer and how AIP services differ from other types of design work. You'll also learn about common physiological changes, medical conditions, and lifestyle changes people experience as they age, and about all of the different housing and support options available to people facing aging-related challenges. This unit will also teach you how to act as an AIP educator and market your services effectively.
Unit B focuses on developing the skills required to assess client needs, evaluate homes from an AIP perspective, and create AIP modification plans. You'll start by learning about the design standards Aging in Place professionals use to guide their work, including universal design, accessible design and visitable design. You'll then learn how to apply these principles to assess clients' homes and make effective design recommendations. This unit will also teach you how you can incorporate decluttering and home transition services into your AIP business.
Unit C is your final project for the course. This unit will ask you to work with the home of a friend or relative. The home's resident(s) can be any age and at any stage of life. You will simply be assessing the home as if it belonged to an AIP client. You'll assess your mock client's home, conduct a needs assessment, create a design plan, and explain your reasoning to your tutor who will provide detailed feedback on your full approach, as always.
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Design Software Training
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Tuition & Payment Plans
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12-Month Installment Plan
Make 12 monthly payments of $72.75
(Total: $948)
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