Top Online Certification Courses for Aging-in-Place Professionals
- Fritzi Gros-Daillon
- Apr 8
- 3 min read
With more than 10,000 people turning 65 every single day, the demand for aging-in-place expertise has never been higher. Professionals across industries—from remodelers and designers to occupational therapists and home care providers—are seeking specialized training to better serve this growing population.
If you're looking to level up your skills and stand out in this field, you're in the right place. Here are the top online certification courses for aging-in-place professionals to consider in 2025—and how to choose the one that aligns with your career goals.
Best for: Builders, remodelers, designers, occupational therapists, and real estate professionals looking for a deep dive into home modifications and design for aging in place.
Taught by industry-leading instructors like Fritzi Gros-Daillon, 2019 NAHB Educator of the Year
🖥️ Offered virtually by Household Guardians
🔍 Focus: Client communication, home design, safety planning, and marketing aging-in-place services
📅 Monthly courses available (Fridays or Wed–Fri formats)
Why choose CAPS? CAPS combines hands-on planning exercises, professional design training, and real-world business growth strategies. It’s not just a certification—it’s a toolkit for professionals ready to lead in the aging-in-place movement.
Best for: Senior service providers, home care professionals, and anyone who wants to understand basic home safety.
🖥️ 5-hour self-paced online course
🧰 Covers over 240 aging-in-place and home safety topics
🌍 Used globally by professionals in home care, healthcare, and home services
Why consider SHSS? It’s a fantastic entry point or complement to CAPS. SHSS is especially useful for professionals in caregiving or home assessment roles who want quick, practical training.
Best for: Professionals in health, housing, social work, remodeling, and design who want a research-based approach to home modifications.
🎓 Offered by the prestigious USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
📚 Focuses on evidence-based strategies, policy, funding programs, and client assessment
💻 Online format with self-paced modules and expert instruction
Why it’s worth a look: ECHM is ideal for those who want to build a deeper understanding of the systems that support aging in place. It emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and policy knowledge—making it a great complement to hands-on design certifications like CAPS.
Best for: Government contractors, public-facing facilities, and housing developers
📜 Certification focused on compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
🏢 Ideal for those modifying commercial or public buildings for accessibility
⚖️ Heavy on legal and technical guidelines
Who should consider it? If you work in municipal planning, commercial construction, or compliance, this certification ensures you're operating with full understanding of accessibility standards.
Choosing the Right Course for You
When considering which certification is right for you, ask:
✅ What is your primary profession (remodeler, OT, designer, home care)?
✅ Do you want in-depth training (CAPS), or a solid foundation (SHSS)?
✅ Are you working in residential, commercial, or public settings?
✅ Do you want group instruction with real feedback—or a solo, self-paced experience?
Why Household Guardians Recommends CAPS
At Household Guardians, we specialize in delivering the CAPS course online in a format that’s both interactive and practical. Our students consistently praise the experience:
“The material was extremely valuable. Fritzi was engaging, knowledgeable, and attentive. An ideal instructor.”— Builder, 2024 CAPS III StudentCAPS evaluation summary…
If you’re serious about turning your interest in aging-in-place into a business opportunity or professional specialty, CAPS is the gold standard.
Learn More & Register Today
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