The Best Online Courses for Home Modification Professionals in 2025
- Fritzi Gros-Daillon
- May 13
- 2 min read
As the population continues to age and multigenerational living becomes more common, the demand for home modification professionals has never been higher. Whether you’re a remodeler, occupational therapist, designer, or housing consultant, one thing is clear: having the right credentials sets you apart in this competitive and rapidly growing field.
If you’re searching for the best online courses for home modification professionals in 2025, this guide is for you. We've rounded up the most valuable and trusted training options available—so you can find the right fit for your goals, schedule, and scope of work.
1. Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) – NAHB
Best for: Builders, remodelers, designers, and OTs looking to offer customized aging-in-place solutions.
Offered by: National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
Format: Live online via Zoom, taught by expert instructors like Fritzi Gros-Daillon of Household Guardians
CAPS is one of the most comprehensive and respected credentials in the field. Throughout three interactive sessions (CAPS I, II, III), you’ll learn:
How to communicate effectively with aging clients and their families
Design principles and construction solutions for safety and accessibility
How to assess homes, recommend upgrades, and work with trades and caregivers
Best for: Caregivers, home service providers, and real estate professionals new to the home safety space
Time Commitment: 5 hours, self-paced
Topics Covered: Fall prevention, fire safety, bathroom modifications, medication management, and more
SHSS is a great starting point for professionals who need to quickly build awareness of common home safety issues for older adults. Many CAPS students begin here, then move into the more advanced CAPS curriculum.
Best for: Professionals interested in policy, funding, and systems-based home modifications
Format: Online, instructor-led, research-driven curriculum
Focus Areas: Assessment strategies, funding programs, home modification interventions, policy and advocacy
ECHM offers a broader, systems-level understanding of home modification programs, making it an excellent complement to CAPS or SHSS for those working in public health, social services, or housing organizations.
Choosing the Right Certification for You
If you’re a... | Start with... | Then consider... |
Remodeler or Builder | CAPS | ECHM (for policy insight) |
Occupational Therapist | CAPS | SHSS or ECHM |
Home Safety Newcomer | SHSS | CAPS |
Designer or Architect | CAPS | ECHM |
Caregiver or Consultant | SHSS | CAPS |
Each course offers something different—and when combined, they provide a well-rounded education for anyone working to keep homes safe, accessible, and dignified for older adults.
Final Thoughts
2025 is the year to take your professional development to the next level. Whether you're expanding your business, entering a new market, or deepening your skills, online courses for home modification professionals are accessible, affordable, and career-changing.
And if you’re ready to start, the next round of CAPS courses at Household Guardians is just around the corner.
📩Have questions? Email fritzi@householdguardians.com
Fritzi Gros-Daillon MS, CSA, CAPS, UDCP, SHSS
Household Guardians, Owner
2019 NAHB Instructor of the Year
Published author of "Grace and Grit: Insights to Real Life Challenges of Aging"
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