Welcome To The Asheford Institute...
Thank you for taking the time to visit the school's web site. Our newly constructed interactive web presence has been designed to give those interested in the field of the decorative arts, insight into the latest happenings and offerings from the world's largest Antiques, Collectibles & Appraising distance-learning school.
Our site now offers a full Course Prospectus on the school's comprehensive distance-learning program. If you're interested in becoming an antiques & vintage dealer, a certified professional-level appraiser, an estate sale liquidator, or perhaps a combination of all three, then read on. As the largest home-study school of its kind, we're sure you'll find everything you need to get started right here...
Our site now offers a full Course Prospectus on the school's comprehensive distance-learning program. If you're interested in becoming an antiques & vintage dealer, a certified professional-level appraiser, an estate sale liquidator, or perhaps a combination of all three, then read on. As the largest home-study school of its kind, we're sure you'll find everything you need to get started right here...
A Brief History Of The School...
WHAT WE OFFER
The Asheford Program is an internationally recognized and industry accredited instructional curriculum involving the study of antiques, vintage items, collectibles, estate sale liquidations and professional-level appraising services. Created in 1966, by school founder Peter C. Green, the Program has enrolled over 100,000 students worldwide since its inception. With its emphasis on excellence in learning, training and innovative approaches to teaching, it has become recognized as one of the premiere schools in the development of distance-learning education that is geared specifically towards successful entrepreneurship in the field of antiques & vintage sales, collectibles, professional-level appraising, and estate sale liquidation services. The student body is comprised mainly of individuals who are actively seeking employment or self-employment within these fields of study.
Asheford Course Components & Requirements
ENROLLMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
ANYONE may apply for admission to the Asheford Institute Of Antiques Program. However, to be eligible to enroll in the Institute, it is recommended that you at least have a good fundamental working knowledge of the English language. Students are not required to have a GED equivalency test score, but must demonstrate the ability to comprehend the subject matter at hand, via the submission of OPEN-BOOK Course examinations to faculty staff and instructors.
Who's Taking The Asheford Program?
STUDENT BASE
The school's base of students is diverse and ranges from complete novices to museum curators, from online antique collectors and enthusiasts, to large scale vintage dealers and professional-level appraisers, from associates at major auction houses, to country auctioneers, and estate-sale planners. From every corner of the decorative arts world, you'll find a student from the Asheford Institute.
CURRENT TOP 10 ENROLLMENT
CATEGORIES
1. Becoming an Antiques Dealer AND Certified Professional-level Appraiser in the field of antiques, collectibles and vintage items.
2. Becoming an Estate Sale Liquidator (learning how to conduct professional grade estate sales, along with training in the antiques, collectibles, vintage and appraising fields of study).
3. Becoming a Certified Professional-level Appraiser with extended PACC & USPAP credentials.
4. Becoming an Online Antiques dealer (including training on how to conduct online auctions).
5. Opening a storefront Antiques & Vintage business (learning how to operate a bricks & mortar "walk-in" concern).
6. Opening an art & antiques gallery (including vintage items).
7. Becoming an Auctioneer (learning about antiques, collectibles, vintage items and appraising for the auction market).
8. Interior Designers (becoming an "antiques" interior designer - also for client education).
9. Antique Collectors & Enthusiasts (general knowledge and interest with an eye towards appraising).
10. Real Estate Representatives looking to add Estate Sale Services to their resume.
The school's base of students is diverse and ranges from complete novices to museum curators, from online antique collectors and enthusiasts, to large scale vintage dealers and professional-level appraisers, from associates at major auction houses, to country auctioneers, and estate-sale planners. From every corner of the decorative arts world, you'll find a student from the Asheford Institute.
CURRENT TOP 10 ENROLLMENT
CATEGORIES
1. Becoming an Antiques Dealer AND Certified Professional-level Appraiser in the field of antiques, collectibles and vintage items.
2. Becoming an Estate Sale Liquidator (learning how to conduct professional grade estate sales, along with training in the antiques, collectibles, vintage and appraising fields of study).
3. Becoming a Certified Professional-level Appraiser with extended PACC & USPAP credentials.
4. Becoming an Online Antiques dealer (including training on how to conduct online auctions).
5. Opening a storefront Antiques & Vintage business (learning how to operate a bricks & mortar "walk-in" concern).
6. Opening an art & antiques gallery (including vintage items).
7. Becoming an Auctioneer (learning about antiques, collectibles, vintage items and appraising for the auction market).
8. Interior Designers (becoming an "antiques" interior designer - also for client education).
9. Antique Collectors & Enthusiasts (general knowledge and interest with an eye towards appraising).
10. Real Estate Representatives looking to add Estate Sale Services to their resume.
ASHEFORD INSTITUTE OF ANTIQUES - CLASS HOURS
The Asheford Program consists of over 120 equivalent classroom credit hours. This equivalency number is based on the average statistical hours required to complete the Asheford Program (average completion range is 8 to 12 months, although up to 4 years is allowed).
ACADEMIC ACCREDITING STANDARDS
The Asheford Course is administered by expert instructors, and is open to all participants who have a willingness to learn and a desire to expand their entrepreneurial horizons. The Program follows resident school methods in its teachings, and evaluates student progress based on a series of reflective academic criteria. The Asheford Program is designed to cultivate learning, enhance business opportunities, and enrich the lives of individuals regardless of their age, sex or educational background.
The Institute is internationally recognized in the field of antiques, collectibles and professional-level appraising. As the largest school of its kind, the Institute's accreditation is based on a two-tiered system of third-party, peer reviewed recognition (outside specialists in the field of antiques), as well as in-house criteria that is established and reviewed by the school's board of directors and antique experts alike. The Institute’s curriculum and certified credentialing process is also accredited by the Decorative Arts & Accreditation Council (DAAC). Appraisers are subjected to rigorous examination standards, including Professional Appraiser Code of Conduct (PACC) testing, as well as the Uniform Standards Of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) certification process.
*Note: The Asheford Institute does not accept nor pay for any third party recognition, or endorsements from organizations claiming to offer credentialing status for a fee. Our third-party peer reviewed credentialing process is based on unbiased reviews from individuals and organizations with no financial connection or affiliation to the school in any way.
The Asheford Program consists of over 120 equivalent classroom credit hours. This equivalency number is based on the average statistical hours required to complete the Asheford Program (average completion range is 8 to 12 months, although up to 4 years is allowed).
ACADEMIC ACCREDITING STANDARDS
The Asheford Course is administered by expert instructors, and is open to all participants who have a willingness to learn and a desire to expand their entrepreneurial horizons. The Program follows resident school methods in its teachings, and evaluates student progress based on a series of reflective academic criteria. The Asheford Program is designed to cultivate learning, enhance business opportunities, and enrich the lives of individuals regardless of their age, sex or educational background.
The Institute is internationally recognized in the field of antiques, collectibles and professional-level appraising. As the largest school of its kind, the Institute's accreditation is based on a two-tiered system of third-party, peer reviewed recognition (outside specialists in the field of antiques), as well as in-house criteria that is established and reviewed by the school's board of directors and antique experts alike. The Institute’s curriculum and certified credentialing process is also accredited by the Decorative Arts & Accreditation Council (DAAC). Appraisers are subjected to rigorous examination standards, including Professional Appraiser Code of Conduct (PACC) testing, as well as the Uniform Standards Of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) certification process.
*Note: The Asheford Institute does not accept nor pay for any third party recognition, or endorsements from organizations claiming to offer credentialing status for a fee. Our third-party peer reviewed credentialing process is based on unbiased reviews from individuals and organizations with no financial connection or affiliation to the school in any way.
Asheford Mission Statement
The Asheford Institute Of Antiques seeks to create and develop innovative teaching methods utilizing a wide variety of acclaimed academic resources. The results of these efforts and initiatives are then applied and directed towards the field of the decorative arts (antiques, collectibles, vintage and appraising), in order to help further develop and study these genre based entrepreneurial endeavors.
The practical application of these initiatives is evidenced by students who are curious, focused, and socially responsible. Whether it’s finding creative ways to learn through their Study Plans, or developing new and unique ideas when it comes to the selling and marketing of antiques and appraisal services, Asheford students are taught how to be innovative, and are given all the tools necessary to motivate them to succeed. The school's ethos has always been one of providing excellence and quality education above all else.
The practical application of these initiatives is evidenced by students who are curious, focused, and socially responsible. Whether it’s finding creative ways to learn through their Study Plans, or developing new and unique ideas when it comes to the selling and marketing of antiques and appraisal services, Asheford students are taught how to be innovative, and are given all the tools necessary to motivate them to succeed. The school's ethos has always been one of providing excellence and quality education above all else.
Course Formats & Materials
The Asheford e-Course consists of almost 3000 pages and comes in 13 Online e-Course Modules. Or, choose the printed version with 12 Textbook Volumes (*Does not include online resources). Also Included in your course of studies: seven comprehensive examinations along with 15 Additional Teaching Aids.
The complete Asheford Program is divided into Five Plans Of Study.
Each Plan of Study is further categorized into four main modules of learning: Pleasure, Profit, Appraising, and Care & Restoration. Additional Teaching Aids including, Instructional Audio Segments, Price Guides, Research Service, Newsletters, Books on Antiques or Collectibles, plus much more are also included. These Teaching Aids are designed to accompany each Plan of Study as part of the overall Asheford curriculum.
Upon the successful completion of the program, students are awarded the internationally recognized Asheford Institute Of Antiques Diploma, as well as full Appraisal Certification status in the field of antiques and the decorative arts.
The complete Asheford Program is divided into Five Plans Of Study.
Each Plan of Study is further categorized into four main modules of learning: Pleasure, Profit, Appraising, and Care & Restoration. Additional Teaching Aids including, Instructional Audio Segments, Price Guides, Research Service, Newsletters, Books on Antiques or Collectibles, plus much more are also included. These Teaching Aids are designed to accompany each Plan of Study as part of the overall Asheford curriculum.
Upon the successful completion of the program, students are awarded the internationally recognized Asheford Institute Of Antiques Diploma, as well as full Appraisal Certification status in the field of antiques and the decorative arts.
Mapping Out A Strategy
For a detailed analysis of what our program offers, we invite you to examine this web site thoroughly, read the Course Prospectus, see what the Press has to say about our program, review a condensed outline of Course subjects, find out what our past and present students are saying, get in-depth answers to your questions, plus so much more...
If you want to know why the Asheford Institute of Antiques is the recognized world authority when it comes to antiques, collectibles, vintage items, and appraisal education, then we encourage you to read on. If working within the decorative arts field has always been something you've dreamed of, then look no further, with offices in the United States, Canada and England, we're sure to be able to map-out a plan of success for you no matter where your interests may lie. Contact us Toll Free at: 1-877-444-4508, or email us at: [email protected] for more information.
If you want to know why the Asheford Institute of Antiques is the recognized world authority when it comes to antiques, collectibles, vintage items, and appraisal education, then we encourage you to read on. If working within the decorative arts field has always been something you've dreamed of, then look no further, with offices in the United States, Canada and England, we're sure to be able to map-out a plan of success for you no matter where your interests may lie. Contact us Toll Free at: 1-877-444-4508, or email us at: [email protected] for more information.
Things To Keep In Mind
The world of the decorative arts is constantly changing and evolving, which is why you'll find everything from A to Z regarding antiques, collectibles, vintage, and other popular genres, such as mid-century modern and retro all covered within the Asheford Program.
The AIA's staff and instructors keep abreast of all the latest breaking trends which affect the world of antiques, while keeping you updated, so that you stay informed.
You'll be connected to the best online publications, websites and periodicals about today's antiques and decorative arts, as well as current market conditions and future buying trends. You'll also learn how to source fantastic deals and make some great buys.
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Like this Art Deco toy car from France that was purchased for $15.00 at an estate sale and sold for $950.00. |
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Or, this mid-century modern Ruspan chair that was bought at a local auction for $42.00 and later sold for $1,200.00 to an online collector. |
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Deals like these can be found, but you must have the knowledge and training in order to be able to take advantage of them. So, keep this in mind as you peruse our online prospectus, because there's never been a better time to take advantage of this great opportunity to enter into the world of the decorative arts than now!
View The Course Prospectus & Tuition Pages
FIND WHAT YOU'RE LOOKING FOR
Below you will find links to our Course Prospectus page, as well as our Course Tuition page. To get a detailed understanding of how the Asheford Program works, select the Course Prospectus link. For information on tuition payment options and payment plans please select the Course Tuition & Enrollment link.
Course Prospectus
To view the Full Online Course Prospectus about the Antiques Collectibles & Appraising Distance-Learning Program being offered by the A.I.A. click HERE... |
Course Tuition & Fees
To view the A.I.A Course Enrollment Contract, including all Tuition Payment Plan Options for the Asheford Program, click HERE... |
Read What The Press Has To Say
From the nation's oldest leading antique publication, to the Toronto Star and all other papers in between, you'll find great stories written about the Institute over the last 25 years! |
Student Testimonials
Read what our past and present students have written about the Asheford program - where they've gone with it and what they've done to be successful. |
Student And Members News
If you're already an A.I.A. member, click here for members news & updates. We've got all the latest school news, events, and updates on our students page... |
Condensed Outline Of Course Subjects
Get an idea of what our program offers, by viewing a Condensed Version of subject titles covered by the Asheford Course. |
Enroll Online
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