Certificate in Interior Design
Our programs provide a hands-on design experience, plus training that enables students to translate abstract concepts into three-dimensional reality. Students develop the type of portfolio and presentation style that is the mark of a professional.
View our Interior Design Courses for Spring 2013
Two programs to choose from...
I. Professional Certificate - 45 credits
This program provides a hands-on design experience, plus training that enables students to translate abstract concepts into three-dimensional reality. Students develop the type of portfolio and presentation style that is the mark of a professional. The professional certificate, when taken for credit, satisfies the minimal educational eligibility requirements for NCIDQ certification (four years of full-time work experience is also required) as well as the ASID Allied Membership category. Courses can also be taken as non-credit, but this option will not satisfy NCIDQ eligibility requirements.
The Curriculum
Introductory Level
Drawing & Presentation
History of Furniture I
History of Architecture & Interiors
Level 1:
Interior Design I
Color Design
Perspective Techniques
Lighting for Interiors
History of Furniture II
Level 2:
Level 3:
Level 4:
Level 5:
II. Residential Certificate - 30 credits
This program provides the same foundation for hands-on design experience and training as the professional certificate, but is geared to the student who wishes to specialize in residential design only and is not interested in certification. Students develop the type of portfolio and presentation style that is the mark of a professional. Students may at any time choose to pursue the professional certificate; however, any courses taken for non-credit will not apply toward National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certification.
The Curriculum
Introductory Level:
Required: Drawing & Presentation
History of Furniture I
Elective: History of Architecture & Interiors
Level 1:
Required: Interior Design I
Color Design
Perspective Techniques
Lighting for Interiors
History of Furniture II
Elective: Sustainable Design
Level 2:
Required: Interior Design II
Elective: Kitchen and Bath Design
Level 3:
Required: Interior Design III
Elective: Basic CADD
Level 4:
Electives: Interior Design IV
Commercial Design
Courses are offered on a rotating schedule throughout the year. Additional electives, seminars, and lectures are frequently offered.
Faculty Bios
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Fees
Credit courses: $2,100 per course ($700 per credit) plus a $30 registration fee
Non-credit fees: $1,050 per course
Contact Us
For more information or to register, please contact Sandy Richardson at (203) 254-4000 ext. 2911