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Applying What We Have Learned

  • This is a one-day, 6-credit hour, standalone class that will combine with CAPS I and CAPS II to complete the requirements for the CAPS designation.
  • CE (6-hours) credits are available for AIA, AIBD, AOTA, APTA, ASID, NAHB, NKBA, and others.
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Overview of CAPS III 

CAPS III: Details & Solutions for Livable Homes & Aging in Place is the third and final course required to earn the Certified Aging In Place Specialist (CAPS) designation. This one-day, standalone course builds on the foundations established in CAPS I and CAPS II, focusing on practical applications, design solutions, and real-world case studies for creating safe, accessible, and livable home environments.

Course Details

  • Duration: 1 Day
  • Credit Hours: 6 CEUs
  • Format: Live, online, interactive, distance learning
  • CEU Credit: 0.6 CEUs (6 CE hours) approved by AOTA and accepted by AIA, AIBD, AOTA, APTA, ASID, NAHB, NKBA, and others; however, AOTA CEUs do not imply endorsement of specific course content or clinical methods
  • Level: Introductory – suitable for professionals new to Aging In Place concepts – and taught as an interactive distance learning activity, qualifying for Category One, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery
  • A downloadable PDF reference book is available with your registration

Who Should Take CAPS III?

This course is ideal for:

  • Builders and Remodelers
  • Architects and Designers
  • Occupational and Physical Therapists
  • Aging In Place Specialists
  • Home Accessibility Professionals

Whether you’re involved in home design, remodeling, or healthcare, this course equips you with the skills to help clients age comfortably and safely in their homes.

What You’ll Learn

Participants will engage in learning exercises (case studies and scenarios) to gain advanced knowledge and hands-on skills, including how to:

  • Understand and apply universal design and visitability principles
  • Specify and implement appropriate solutions
  • Identify and avoid common design and installation mistakes
  • Recommend effective single-area home modifications
  • Evaluate client needs, budgets, and circulation patterns
  • Determine solutions for real-world home scenarios
  • Integrate design solutions for mobility, sensory, and aging needs

Important Information

  • CAPS III is required to complete the CAPS designation – no exemptions or substitutions allowed.
  • You must complete CAPS I and CAPS II prior to taking this course
  • There is no time limit for completing all 3 classes, but many people complete them in a single week
  • After finishing all three courses, participants may apply for their CAPS certification online through NAHB

Registration Policy

By registering, you agree:

  • You will be added to Steve Hoffacker, CAPS professional email contact list
  • Classes are subject to rescheduling due to unforeseen events but will not be canceled
  • You may move your registration to another date without penalty, but no refunds are provided

Accreditation

Steve Hoffacker LLC and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) are AOTA Approved Providers of professional development.

Ready to Advance Your CAPS Certification?

Take the final step toward becoming a Certified Aging In Place Specialist by completing CAPS III.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main focus of the CAPS III class?

A: This class uses the information addressed in CAPS I and CAPS II to solve or address case study issues that are posed. It is very interactive and invites active participation.

Q: Do I need to take all 3 CAPS classes for the designation or just this one?

A: While this class may seem more relevant to some people because it involves real-world scenarios, it is the third of the three required classes for the CAPS designation.

Q: Do the three classes need to be taken in the same week?

A: They can split into as many weeks as you need to complete them, to accommodate your schedule or learning style. This third class, CAPS III, should be completed after taking CAPS I and CAPS II.

Q: Is the format lecture, slide show, recorded video, or discussion?

A: This CAPS III class is a discussion format of cases studies across the range of aging in place concerns. CAPS III invites the active discussion of the case studies presented.

Q: Do you have to be a builder, architect, or designer to benefit from this class?

A: Any background is helpful for this class – designers, architects, builders, therapists, nonprofit organizations, care managers, and so many others. It utilizes real-world experiences plus knowledge from the three CAPS classes to arrive at solutions.

Q: Are there any pre-requisites for this class?

A: CAPS I and CAPS II are the only prerequisites for this class. Otherwise, life experiences will come into play to work with the studies presented.

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