As promised, I am starting a new lab series of Home Staging Tips and an online course that will be coming later this Fall. See that button up there, on top of the blog, labeled “courses?” Yup, it is finally coming together and I am really excited about it. But, I don’t want to keep you all waiting so I have already begun sharing some tips on the spot over on my instagram stories. Basically, tips that come to mind while staging or on a staging day. Tips I wish someone would have told me. Anyhoo, those are revealed on my instagram stories and I compile them at the end of the week and send out in my weekly newsletter. Another good reason to sign up for the newsletter or follow along on instagram. Anyhoo, back to the most asked question, What are the best home staging courses or what courses do you recommend. I get asked this all the time and finally answering your question.
Best Home Staging Courses
My number one tip for anyone who is looking to start a business in home staging is to take a certification course. I personally feel, you cannot call yourself a “professional” home stager because you helped your friends and ordered business cards. I am so thankful I took my courses before I opened my business or even started advertising to get my first client. From day one, I was certified and made sure to keep up with latest staging courses by attended conferences and seminars through the years, even after having a growing business. So, there are two that I recommend and have done myself. NO affiliates links, this is my honest opinion.
1. Accredited Staging Professional
ASP is a course offered throughout the U.S. by Staged Homes. This was the first certification course I took. I devoured the book like I was back in college. Highlighing the entire book, taking notes, asking questions in class, sitting front row and taking it all in. I took everything taught to heart and implemented 100% of it when I started my business.
Becoming an ASP was the best thing I did before I started my business and I wouldn’t have gotten those first clients had I not invested the time and energy into Staged Homes.
Here is a link to the book that I speak about in my FB live series, the home staging book I truly used to begin my business. http://amzn.to/2fgFBFA
2. Certified Staging Professional
Another option is CSP’s Staging Training. I did this course a couple years into my business. Kind of like a refresher. I did learn new concepts and ideas, but, truthfully, it would have been just as good as ASP before starting my business. I simply picked ASP first because there was an opening in the course at the time.
3. RESA
Join RESA, the Real Estate Staging Assoication. I love the constant learning they provide. When I have new stats, new staging methods to implement, it is because of what I learn from RESA conferences. I attended the first ever RESA conference in Las Vegas back in 2009! It was a smaller conference and I was 1 of 3 stagers from Illinois. It is amazing to see how it has grown into a massive world of staging and the leader in Staging Conferences.
So, there you have it, my top picks for the best home staging courses based on personal experience. NOW, I did do other courses, I won’t mention them, because, well, I don’t feel like I got my money’s worth. You could say, I tested them out for you all! So, stay tune for more tips, and my home staging lab coming this Fall, in the mean time, don’t forget to follow along on instagram stories in my newsletter to get day to day tips I wish someone had told me.
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robin rue says
We want to sell in 9 years when my youngest graduates high school, so this will come in handy then. I need to get rid of all this clutter first.
Cecilia Cannon says
Yes, decluttering is crucial, but just the first step of many.
Beth Davidson says
These look like some great courses. I think it’s super important to learn your craft from the best (no matter what the craft is) if you want any chance at success!
Cecilia Cannon says
Exactly Beth! You totally get it.
Karen Morse says
I have no plans to sell the house yet, but it’s awesome to know where to go in case we’re going to put the house up in the market. It’s really going to help sell the house faster and with better value.
Cecilia Cannon says
Yes, for sure helps and finding a professional stager is key.
Melissa Chapman says
I am dreading the day I have to try and sell my house because I know nothing about staging. I think decluttering is key and my house is so cluttered. Maybe I can get some tips when the time comes.
Cecilia Cannon says
Decluttering is the first step. Totally will share some tips when the time comes Melissa
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
I would have never thought that there were courses strictly to teach you how to stage your home. I just thought that you either had the skill or didn’t. And those that did made a career out of it.
Cecilia Cannon says
haha, yes, there is an innate skill set, like any art, design, photography. They don’t teach you “how to stage” they teach you how to make is a business. Basically, likes business school for staging.
Kimberly says
Although this doesn’t apply to this current season of my life, I’m glad I read it because one day it will be. Thanks for sharing!
P.S. Love that red dress you’re wearing!!
Jeanine says
These are great tips because less clutter and a tidy home is so important when selling a house. They have to imagine their belongings in the house so you want it spacious.
Erica says
My mother was a real estate agent and she always thought it would be great if I chose that path. I’m good at sales, but always thought I would have trouble with the staging aspect. It’s nice to know there are courses. I’m sure a lot of people could use some help when it comes to staging
Mary Ann says
Great to be aware of this process. I need to declutter, too. Hard to do when there are so people that have a lot of belongings. I know it will pair down soon, though.
Brittany Fryman says
I think it speaks a lot to character how seriously you take your accreditations and personal development. Thank you for sharing your experience and tips.
Renee @ The Good Hearted Woman says
The next time I have to sell a house, I am definitely going to take advantage of a staging service. It has the potential to alleviate so much stress.
Rachel says
These look like great courses. I think some skills come naturally to people but it is also so helpful to have some credibility behind those skills.
AnnMarie John says
I honestly didn’t know that there are home staging courses! I’ve been planning on moving for some time now and I’m still not sure on whether I should push through with it or not. But I could use this in the long run.
Lori Geurin says
These course options look great! When you’re selling a home staging is essential. We’ve moved several times and the process has become easier through the years, but I’m sure I still have plenty to learn!
reesa says
I need to save these courses for when we decide to sell our condo. Staging can really be a big deal breaker in selling a home!
Charlotte says
These are interesting, I wish I had heard of some of these when we were looking to sell our house! Luckily we had quite a good photographer
Cecilia Cannon says
awesome, good photography is also crucial
Shannon Gurnee says
This sounds like an awesome service! It’s so important to stage your home well when you’re selling it. Sounds like something we would definitely use if we had a home to sell.
Cecilia Cannon says
thanks Shannon, it is a great service for selling your home
Terri Steffes says
Until I saw your staging techniques, I felt that staging was so impersonal. It doesn’t have to be and that is a good thing, in my opinion.
Cecilia Cannon says
hi there! yes, some stagers take it to a whole different level that it feels like a cold impersonal space with just furnishings placed in. the point is to make it feel homey and warm, and inviting, just not your home. lol.
Di Hickman says
No plans to sell here. We’re staying put for life now most likely. Good tips for those looking to sell though,
Cecilia Cannon says
Thanks Di
Cindy Ingalls says
I think it would be so fun to stage houses! I had no idea there were courses!
Cecilia Cannon says
oh yeah, it is a full one career.
Roxanne says
Great post! I always thinking about learning home staging. It looks like an wonderfully creative career!
Cecilia Cannon says
definitely is, but like anything, just as stressful 🙂
Heather says
This is great! Staging is so important but it’s even more important to work with a professional if you’re selling your home and don’t have any real experience with staging. We just sold our home after being listed for only five days and I credit a lot of that to the staging.
Brittany says
I have always wondered how some houses are so perfect! I really want to be able to stage a house like one of these pics!
Bellana says
I am interested in home staging, these courses are great for me.