Title: Fundamental Organizing Principles
Course #: PO-102T (teleclass)
This eight-hour course provides a solid foundation in basic organizing theory. Participants are introduced to core concepts behind categorizing, sorting, and the disposal of excess. The fundamentals of paper and time management are presented, as well as the principles of space utilization and workflow. Also included are an overview of client types such as ADD and chronic disorganization, personality factors, and learning styles. Each topic draws on case studies or tried-and-true methods in the real world of professional organizing. This is a must-take course for all levels of professional organizers: the beginner seeking a good foundation in organizing principles, the intermediate organizer who understands practice and wants to understand theory, and the advanced organizer seeking to build upon experience and knowledge.
Debbie Stanley is a chronic disorganization coach, owner of Red Letter Day Professional Organizers, author of BCPO-recommended Newbie Pitfalls and the forthcoming Ethical Pitfalls, and developer of NAPO’s “PO-402: Safety in the Organizing Environment.” She presented the well-received workshop “Demystifying Boundaries: New Ways to Check Your Ethics” at the 2007 NAPO Conference. Debbie holds a master’s degree in industrial and organizational psychology and is pursuing a second master’s in mental health counseling.
Prerequisites: None
Instructor/Developer: Debbie Stanley, Red Letter Day Professional Organizers
Cost: $179 for members/$279 for non-members (add $20 if registering within 10 days of class)
Cancellation & Transfer Policy: ALL CANCELLATIONS & TRANSFER REQUESTS MUST BE MADE IN WRITING. A $20 processing fee will be charged for all cancellations or transfers. No refunds will be made on cancellations received less than one week before the first class.
*Please Note: The registration rate includes all four dates. Also, the dial-in number for this teleclass is NOT a toll-free number. Registrants are advised to utilize a long-distance service that provides cost-effective rates for extended-length calls and use a land-based phone line.
Confirmation & Course Materials: Confirmation of registration & course materials will be sent at least three days prior to the course via email. If you do not receive this email, it is your responsibility to call NAPO at least 24 hours prior to the course at 856/380-6828.