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The CSP designation is recognized by real estate professionals, builders, home stagers, decorators and the average home seller for its brand reputation of excellence. It identifies home staging consultants who have earned a certification in the staging industry that included quality training with vigorous testing and hands–on apprenticeship. It is also common knowledge; CSP Members in good standing have access to leading staging industry tools and resources.

The CSP International Business Academy™ is the leading real estate home staging provider in the world. Below is a sneak peak at the many attributes which contribute to the CSP International Academy's quality. It is the recognizable DIFFERENCES which keep the CSP home staging certification course #1 in staging training.

CSP International is very proud of the experience and wealth of knowledge all our trainers bring to the classroom. Participants in the 3 day CSP Home Staging Course can be assured the CSP International Trainers who are chosen to deliver the program are successful staging business owners and recognized within the industry as “the best of the best”.

The CSP International Academy team is passionately committed to achieving the CSP core values. Personable, experienced, supportive, “above and beyond”, are only a few of the words used by our graduates to describe the team at CSP International. CSP International invites you to get to know the staff.

The Marketing Resources provided are comparable to no other staging training class out there! These resources include: 4 page website, complimentary (and already set up) weblog account, marketing organizers, complimentary marketing webinars, portfolio presentation kits, educational DVDs for their clients, staging statistics tool, the exclusive CSP M.O.R.E Program and the list goes on... The graduates of the CSP program have a wealth of marketing tips and home staging resources at their fingertips in the CSP Resource Center.

The home staging industry is infinite and shifting on a daily basis. The most successful stagers are the ones who recognize and adapt to the changes in the marketplace. Along with the 3 day CSP Staging Program, CSP International Business Academy offers continuing education designed to give home staging consultants a marketing edge, along with in–depth knowledge on a variety of niche markets. Some of these courses include: EcoStaging Professional, Zoomer Staging Specialist, Marketing Staging Specialist, Diversity Sales Specialist and the list continues to grow. Courses are delivered in class, home study and online webinars.

Another one of the outstanding differences of the CSP International Business Academy Training is the many after class support programs and opportunities available only to the CSP Members. These programs include: the CSP Mentorship Program (with job board and apprenticeship opportunities in participating areas), CSP Marketing Advantage Camp (12 sessions, 6 week webinar with marketing coach) the Pay It Forward Charity of Choice, Aeroplan Miles Rewards Program, and the CSP M.O.R.E Marketing Program. Also, members have access to the Student Resource Center, Peer Support Forum and Weblog community.

CSP International has established relationships with national organizations, home staging suppliers and décor retailers; creating exclusive programs for active CSP members. Some of these programs include preferred rates on wall art, lighting solutions, finance options, rental furniture, home accents & décor accessories, paint supplies, business insurance solutions, floor planning software, storage options, legal services, furniture covers, faux food, moving services, and more!

CSP International Business Academy believes in supporting related industries and their organizations. Memberships include: BBB (with an A+ rating), Real Estate Staging Association (RESA), Staging Excellence Alliance (SEA) Association, Canadian Employee Relocation Council (CERC), StagersList and more!

Cathy Hobbs, CSP Instructor was announced monday as a HGTV Design Star finalist, and it comes as no shock to Certified Staging Professionals; as they boast of only hiring the best of the best in the industry.

Certified Staging Professionals hires their instructors based on staging talent, business savvy in the trenches, and adult education experience. With 100 hours worth of training starting in January of 2011, between running her own successful staging business in NY (and an out of country unexpected, unexplained, absence – until now!) Cathy Hobbs was formally certified to teach the world acclaimed Real Estate Staging Program just this month...learn more

Tue Feb 7, 2012 Ajax, ON
Fri Feb 10, 2012 Miami, FL
Sat Feb 11, 2012 Barrie, ON
Wed Feb 15, 2012 Milwaukee, WI
Thu Feb 16, 2012 Calgary, AB
Fri Feb 17, 2012 Los Angeles, CA
Sat Feb 18, 2012 Sydney, NSW
Mon Feb 20, 2012 Montreal, QC
Thu Feb 23, 2012 Winnipeg, MB
Mon Feb 27, 2012 Greenville Technical College Greenville, SC

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2012 – The Year of Used!

Thursday, 19 January 2012, 7:33 pm

A green consious, eco professional and advocate for healthy homes, healthy living and healthy planet, Lynelle Hartman starts a blog dedicated to a year long commitment; Green EcoStager decides to make. […]...read more

Five Reasons Now is the Time to Start Your Home Staging Business

Thursday, December 1st, 2011

Home staging as a careerYou have an eye for home decor and style, love helping people and are …

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Certified Staging Professionals Takes a Leading Role In 2012 RESA Home Staging Industry Awards

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

Thirteen graduates of home staging certification company, Certified Staging Professionals, have been named as finalists in the 2012 Real Estate Staging Association’s Home Staging Industry Awards, accounting for fourteen total nominations.

Orlando, FL – December 13, 2011 – Christine Rae, President of CSP International Business Training Academy, a Home Staging Training and Real Estate Strategy company, is proud to announce that thirteen graduates of CSP, …

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I had heard great things about the organization by alumni as well as have had great discussions and assistance from Liz and Linda. They have always been there to answer any and all my questions, they are polite and super efficient. I enjoyed having Jackson West as the Trainer for our sessions. He was dynamic, …

I am new to the Home Staging business. I had originally taken another Home Staging course and received their certification. However, my experience was very disappointing; my interaction with their staff was unsatisfactory, I was unable to communicate directly with a trainer and the course was limited. Follow-up and mentorship was non-existent. I really felt …

Hello Duncan and Christine, Just to let you know that attending the course as an alumni was interesting and informative. It was a real treat to sit back and listen (okay Duncan – not always listening after conducting a few consultations and showcasings. Thank you for the opportunity to sit back and absorb more …

Last year I enrolled in a staging program which was very widely advertised and cost a little less than the CSP 3 Day Course. You know that saying “You get what you pay for” ? Well I graduated from that program still feeling that I needed more information – in fact, a lot more, actually. …

Several weeks ago I had the pleasure of being a trainee in CSP’s intensive three-day staging training workshop with Nairn Friemann in New York City. Being an interior designer for 37 years, and practicing in both the residential and commercial areas, it is usually me who plays “teacher” rather than student. I must confess that …