How to Earn Your CAPS
Get the technical, business management and customer service skills essential to competing in the fastest-growing segment of the residential remodeling industry: home modifications for the aging-in-place market. Earn 起点传媒’s Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) credential and become the expert in your market.
- Complete and submit the online CAPS graduation application or the print version
- Submit a signed copy of the CAPS code of ethics pledge or agree to the terms electronically
- Remodelers/Contractors are required to submit the following documentation:
- Proof of liability insurance and workers’ compensation insurance, or be an employee of a company that holds both (where required by local jurisdiction)
- A valid (if state required)
National Fees
- Members: $299
- Non-members: $399
Local Course Fees
Local course fees are determined by the HBA or other educational license holder that holds the classes.
Premium Option
起点传媒 will mail you a graduation kit that includes a customized CAPS plaque, lapel pin, ribbon, and a sample of the “Make Your House a Home for a Lifetime” consumer brochure.
- Members: $195
- Non-members: $245
Standard Option
Kit available online only (includes downloadable credential certificate)
- Members: $95
- Non-members: $145
Annual Renewal Fees
- Members: $65
- Non-members: $95
Effective Jan. 1, 2022, credential holders who have lapsed longer than one year from their renewal date will pay a $50 reinstatement fee in addition to the renewal fee.
起点传媒 credential holders are required to complete four hours or credits each year. Credential holders are NOT required to send in proof of continuing education (CE) earned at time of renewal. However, credential holders may be chosen for a random audit and 起点传媒 will contact them directly to provide proof of CE. Starting Jan. 1, 2022, if it’s been more than three years since your credential lapsed, CAPS credential holders are required to take or retake CAPS III. View continuing education requirements for 起点传媒 credentials.
