Home Study Programs

Home Study Programs

We know how difficult it can be to attend a workshop or training program in person and that is why we created our Home Study programs. Although we believe there is no substitute for hands-on learning, we have put together comprehensive home study programs with the same care and commitment as our sought after studio programs.

What Makes Our Home Study Programs Different?

Just like our signature hands-on courses, the home study program provides many hands-on projects for the student to complete which are thoroughly reviewed and critiqued by the instructor. Although Kim may not be right beside you, you will receive the same attention to detail that our studio attendees receive. Her goal is to teach, guide and support you every step of the way regardless of how long it takes!

We go above and beyond other home study programs by offering unlimited access to the instructor. You will not receive taped or recorded instruction. You will receive written and live telephone instruction, review and project critiques that will allow you to interact on a more personal level.

“The home study courses are perfect for the person who likes to study at their own pace and when time allows. I understand perfectly the time restraints involved with career and family, not to mention the cost and time involved with attending a studio program. Now you’ll have the opportunity to learn the in’s and out’s of interior decorating and design from the comfort of your own home.“ Kimberly

Whether you’re interested in learning how to decorate your own home with style or start a career as an interior decorator, we have a program for you!

Choose from the following programs...

Certified Decorating Professional® Home Study Program

As with our studio program; you’ll learn how to decorate with style and begin a career in interior decorating. And just like our studio program, you will learn interior design fundamentals that will allow you to offer both interior redesign and interior decorating services to your clients. Click here for the complete course outline.

You will receive…

• Six study modules in pdf format forwarded in six installments – including the Certified Decorating Professional ® and Business by Design manuals written for our studio courses. This includes an assortment of forms and letters that you may adapt for your own business.
• Online access to instructional pages featuring real-life decorating projects, additional study materials and more
• Study supplies including a Decorating Assistant, a space planning kit, color wheel and paints mailed directly to you upon enrollment.
• Course assignments completed on your time reviewed and critiqued by Kim.
• One on one coaching and feedback via email and telephone from Kim.
• Online access to our virtual classroom at www.CertifiedDecoratingProfessionals.com
• A certificate of completion - Certified Decorating Professional®
• Eligible for ADE membership.

Certified Decorating Professional ® Comprehensive Home Study Program

As with our studio program; you’ll learn how to decorate with style and begin a career in interior decorating. And just like our studio program, you will learn interior design fundamentals that will allow you to offer interior redesign, interior decorating and home staging services to your clients. Click here for the complete course outline.

You will receive…

• Eight study modules in pdf format forwarded in eight installments – including the Certified Decorating Professional ®, Business by Design and Staged to Sell manuals written for our studio courses. This includes an assortment of forms and letters that you may adapt for your own business.
• Online access to instructional pages featuring real-life decorating projects, additional study materials and more
• Study supplies including a Decorating Assistant, a space planning kit, color wheel and paints mailed directly to you upon enrollment.
• Course assignments completed on your time reviewed and critiqued by Kim.
• One on one coaching and feedback via email and telephone from Kim.
• Online access to our virtual classroom at www.CertifiedDecoratingProfessionals.com
• A certificate of completion - Certified Decorating Professional®
• Eligible for ADE membership.

Certified Decorating Professional ® Home Study Program for Interior Redesigners and Home Stagers

You may have already completed a training program in interior redesign, home staging or both – but how much money are you leaving on the table? Learn the skills, tips and tricks to decorate your client’s home with style. Add this valuable service to your repertoire so you can feel confident in your abilities and keep that sale! Click here for the complete course outline.

You will receive…

• Five study modules in pdf format forwarded in five installments – including the Certified Decorating Professional ® manual and Business by Design supplement written for our studio courses. This includes an assortment of forms and letters that you may adapt for your own business.
• Online access to instructional pages featuring real-life decorating projects, additional study materials and more
• Study supplies including a Decorating Assistant, a space planning kit, color wheel and paints mailed directly to you upon enrollment.
• Course assignments completed on your time reviewed and critiqued by Kim.
• One on one coaching and feedback via email and telephone from Kim.
• Online access to our virtual classroom at www.CertifiedDecoratingProfessionals.com.
• A certificate of completion - Certified Decorating Professional®
• Eligible for ADE membership.

Course Cost: $795.00 – Purchase this program.

Real Estate Staging Home Study

This home study program, just like the 2-1/2 Day Real Estate Staging Intensive covers everything you need to begin a career in real estate staging (also called home staging) or to add staging to your existing business - only the format is different!  Our Certificate Program has been approved by the Commissioner of Higher Education for the State of Connecticut, which ensures your training meets the high standards set for private occupational schools.

You will receive…

The four program modules provide you with all the information you need to know to begin your real estate staging business, or to add the fast growing field of staging to your current business.  Material covered in each module includes:

• Module 1:  The Basics of Real Estate Staging (Home Staging)
• Module 2:  Specific Information on successful staging techniques, including placement of furniture, artwork, lighting and accessories, as well as the importance of color selection and window treatments.
• Module 3:  Establishing your services and working with your clients.
• Module 4:  Everything you need to know to start your real estate staging business, including pricing, expenses, and legal requirements, as well as the marketing techniques necessary to ensure you stay in business.  

All of this is covered - and much, much more!  And you are given the opportunity to practice everything you've learned, all in your own location and on your own time!  All you need to do so is a digital camera and a computer!

 But that's not all.   At the end of the training, you will receive a Certificate of Completion in Professional Staging. And you are also eligible to join the Association of Design Education, which will continue to provide you the on-going educational support you will need as you start and grow your interior redesign or real estate staging business.  

The cost for the four module real estate staging home study training program is $695, which includes all of the above plus unlimited access to your instructor both during the program and after completion, as you start and grow your business.

Course Cost: $695.00 – Purchase this program.

Decorating with Style – 4-Week E-Course

In just 4 fun-filled and informative weeks, you will learn how to decorate your home with style and ease.  Each week you will receive a new study module filled with decorating challenges, your very own course blog to post questions and answers and the Decorating Assistant bag to keep your study materials organized and ready for any project!

The comprehensive colorful manual and workbook is your guide to decorating your home with style.  Filled with ideas and inspiration to make your next decorating project a snap!  Learn how to avoid costly mistakes, choose and arrange furnishings for a more functional and attractive home and so much more.

You will receive…

• The Decorating with Style manual and workbook in pdf format.
• Online access to a password protected e-course blog and forum.
• The Decorating Assistant bag filled with three room files, a space planning kit and more.

Click here for more information.

Course Cost:  $249.00   -  SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY PRICE  -  JUST $199.00! (Limited time only.)

Purchase this program.

Webinars, TeleClasses and TeleWorkshops

Decorate Your Home Webinar Series

Our series of webinars are perfect for the decorating enthusiast, the person who is considering a career in the decorating field and the decorating entrepreneur who wants to learn how to build a better design business. Click here for more information - DecorateYourHomeWebinar.com.

Teleclass: Real Estate Staging Intensive

This intensive real estate staging teleclass is taught in 8 1-1/4 hour sessions. Material for each session will be emailed at the end of the previous session, to allow time for review prior to the beginning of the next class. The material covers everything you need to know to successfully stage houses for sale. In addition, you are provided with business information so you can begin your home staging business as soon as the class is completed - and marketing tools to ensure you stay in business.

Cost for this 10 hour real estate staging teleclass is $695, which includes your manual filled with staging, business, and marketing information, as well as marketing materials ready for your immediate use - just plug in your name and go!

Teleclass: Real Estate Staging for the Professional
Perfect for Realtors!

If you are currently in business and would like to add home staging to your resume, Real Estate Staging for the Professional is for you!

Cost for this 5- hour real estate staging training teleclass is $329, which covers everything you will need for the session except your time.

Please contact us for more details about the staging teleclasses.