Interior Design

You walk into a room and know the perfect paint color, patterns and accents, pendant lighting, and furniture choices to transform the space.

Take your passion to the next level: a career in the world of interior design.

Who Should Enroll?

For novices and those with experience, this certificate program offers hands-on training and practical information to prepare you for a career in interior design.

Upon completion of this program, you may qualify to work in design firms (interiors, lighting, drapery, etc.), furniture stores, and more. Please note that this noncredit program does not satisfy NCIDQ, ASID, or CID eligibility requirements.

Earn your certificate in as few as four semesters.

Students may take courses individually without commitment to the entire program. Students who successfully complete the required courses and elective course hours are awarded a certificate from the School of Liberal Studies & Continuing Education, reflecting 25 continuing education units (CEUs).

Note: Certificate programs must be completed within four years unless approved by the director of continuing education. Students who began their coursework before the 2015–16 academic year should refer to previous certificate requirements.

Spring 2020 Courses

Below are a few highlights of the courses offered this semester:

Window Treatments and Upholstery
Lighting Design
Business Practices for Interior Designers
Introduction to SketchUp

See the complete list of courses here.

News:

Jacqueline Hosford Selected for Holiday House 2017
Interior Design Instructor Nominated for TWO Design Awards

Lisa McTernan has been nominated for Best Use of Color and Children’s Room
4 Redecorating Tips to Boost Your Interior Design Game
Kitchen Designs with Barbara Bell

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Registration

Early Registration Discount

In addition to the tuition, there is a $25 nonrefundable registration fee paid once per semester. The early registration discount applies to registrations received (paid in full) by Friday, August 17.

From our students:

<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“This program provided foundational knowledge and hands-on experience to enable entry into the interior design field.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“The Interior Design Certificate program gave me a wide and helpful knowledge to start working as an interior designer.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Elizabeth Scheuer is so smart and a fount of knowledge on the subject she teaches!” (History & Styles I)</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Gain knowledge and skills necessary.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Much of the hands-on work projects — the hand drawing, design, AutoCAD — allowed me to learn new skills and to use these skills in my work. Expanding our horizons to work with successful individuals in related professions provided good mentors.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“It will help me start a career as an interior decorator.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“This brief introduction to the scope of interior design industry will be a great tool for an entry-level design apprenticeship.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“I feel more confident with my interior design knowledge. I am able to provide interior design consultations to my clients in a professional manner.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“It gave me a good overview of technical knowledge. Although I have satisfied the certificate requirements, I will continue to take courses and further my knowledge in this field.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Provides knowledge and practical skills for success in the interior design field.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“The hands-on training that I attained from the teachers who are professional designers and architects was invaluable. They are so passionate and knowledgeable about their professions. I learned from their experience and advice.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Really fun and interesting classes. The teachers are amazing and passionate professionals and people. Great teachers due to their love and vast experience in the field. It is a great program.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Completing the necessary courses to obtain the certificate gave me the knowledge and the confidence to work in the design industry.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“I am walking away with what I feel is extensive knowledge about the interior design world, and I feel more comfortable taking on projects that were intimidating a couple of years ago.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“I think it helped give me a general understanding of the field and I now feel more comfortable talking to people when I am decorating their homes. I have learned more about specific details in the field that I was not aware of.”</p></div>

Who Should Enroll?

Earn your certificate in as few as four semesters.

Spring 2020 Courses

News:

Jacqueline Hosford Selected for Holiday House 2017

Interior Design Instructor Nominated for TWO Design Awards

4 Redecorating Tips to Boost Your Interior Design Game

Kitchen Designs with Barbara Bell

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