CEU Policies:
Certified Living In Place Professional (CLIPP)
CLIPP education has been pre-approved for 16 hours of Continuing Education for members of the following associations:
- National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)
- Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC), including members of:
- American Society of Interior Design (ASID)
- International Interior Design Association (IIDA)
- Interior Designers of Canada (IDC)
- National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)
- American Society for Home Inspectors (ASHI)*
- American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
- Society of Certified Senior Advisors (SCSA)
**CLIPP Course is approved for 16 of ASHI® Continuing Education Credits.
The CLIPP Program May Meet CEU Qualification Requirements For Members Of The Following Associations:
- National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- Many other organizations
The CLIPP Program May Meet CEU Requirements In States That Have Their Own CEU Programs For The Following Licensed Medical Professionals:- Occupational Therapists*
- Physical Therapists
- Nurses
- Physicians
*The Living In Place Institute will not submit documentation or application fees for OTs in states that do not honor AOTA’s CEU program, as well as for individual states for Physical Therapists.
CEUs are not required to maintain your active CLIPP status.
Certified Living In Place Professionals (CLIPP) are invited to maintain their Active Network Benefits status every year for a US$99 activation fee. Included in those benefits is a non-printable E-manual plus a no-cost registration to attend one scheduled CLIPP class anytime during their Active Network period.
Living In Place Associate (LIPA)
Is not approved for CEUs
Living In Place Associates(LIPA) are invited to maintain their Active Network Benefits status every year for a US$99 activation fee. Included in those benefits is a non-printable E-manual plus a no-cost registration to attend one scheduled CLIPP class anytime during their Active Network period.
Home & Accessibility Trade Specialist (HATS)
Is not approved for CEUs
Home & Accessibility Trade Specialists are not required to take a refresher course.
CLIPP & LIPA ONLY
Registration closes at midnight ET, one calendar day prior to Class #1.
HATS ONLY
There is no cut-off date. As soon as you register you may begin the classes.
ON-SITE CLIPP AND LIPA CLASSES ONLY
Registration:
- Registration closes midnight ET, about two calendar weeks prior to the class for US mailing addresses and 3 weeks for most international addresses.
- Late registration is from first class date to 3 business days prior for US mailing addresses and 10 days prior for most international mailing addresses.
- Late registration is an additional $250 fee, and class materials are not guaranteed to arrive prior to the class start date.
- Written permission is required from either Erik Listou or Louie Delaware before late-registering.
Changing course dates:
A. At least 20 calendar days prior to the scheduled class start date and re-registering for a different class -
- Registrant must receive prior written approval from erik@LivingInPlace.Institute.
- Registrant must register for the new class and pay the prevailing rate.
- After registering for the new class date, Registrant will receive a 65% refund of the original registration fee to their original payment method.
- Changes within 20 calendar days of scheduled class start date are not eligible for a refund.
Transferring registration to another person:
B. At least 20 calendar days prior to the scheduled course and transfer registration to a different person - - Registrant must receive prior written approval from erik@LivingInPlace.Institute.
- New Registrant must register for the new class and pay the prevailing rate.
- After registering for the new class date, the original Registrant will receive a 90% refund of the original registration fee to their original payment method.
- Changes within 20 calendar days of scheduled class start date are not eligible for a refund.
C. Medical - - Registrant must receive prior written approval from erik@LivingInPlace.Institute.
- New registrant must register for the new class and pay the prevailing rate.
- After registering for the new class date, original registrant will receive a 90% refund of the original registration fee to their original payment method.
If the Living in Place Institute cancels a class:
- Registrant may choose a new class at no additional fee.
- Registrant may choose a 100% refund (paid within seven business days) to their original payment method.
If the Registrant does not attend the class:
- Registrant must contact erik@LivingInPlace.Institute.
- Registrant is responsible for the full original registration fee.
- Registrant is required to return all course materials at their expense.
Candidate Profile
Certified Living In Place Specialist (CLIPP)
All professionals who are responsible for the design, architecture, general contracting, and major elements of every project, including medical professionals and home inspectors.
Only Certified Living In Place Professionals in Active Network status may purchase a subscription for use of this home assessment app created by and adhering to the standards and principles of the Living In Place Institute.
Living In Place Associates (LIPI)
LIPA professionals are responsible for products, supply, and provide support services.
Home & Accessibility Trade Specialist (HATS)
Professionals who install products and bring designs to life.
To be awarded any Living In Place Institute credential candidates must:
- Fully attend all required class sessions and meet the above Candidate Profile requirements.
- Pass exam(s) that measure competency in the principles of the Living In Place Institute.
To be in compliance with approving organizations, The Living In Place Institute as a Provider Organization requires the following Professional Conduct & Requirements from its Presenters:
- Presenter will inform the Living In Place Institute and disclose any proprietary interest in any product, instrument, device, service or material discussed during their presentation, and the source of any compensation prior to the start of their presentation.
- Presenter is compliant with copyright laws and has ownership or permission to use all materials used in conjunction with the presentation.
- Presenter will demonstrate high standards of professional conduct and not discriminate against learners on the basis of gender, age, sexual orientation, disability and/or socioeconomic or ethnic background.
Yes, you can make your own Experiential Meal Kit.
You must create your own Experiential Meal Kit for Class #1. For instructions follow this link.
If after you have completed your registration you want to purchase an Experiential Meal Kit and there is a minimum 2-week shipping time prior to Class #1, use this link. Cost is US$75 in the Continental U.S. ONLY - outside of the Continental U.S. contact Louie@LivingInPlace.institute for cost and shipping time.
