Interior decorating touches the lives of all of us in a very direct way. We all live in interiors, and most of us work, study, shop, and travel inside buildings, vehicles, and other enclosures. At one time or another, almost everyone has been an interior designer or decorator on a limited scale when choosing a painting color or a rug, when buying furniture, or when arranging furniture in a new living place.
Our course incorporates non-Western design and dynamic color illustrations that flesh out technical concepts. Also included are current trends in sustainability and green design, building codes, universal design and building information models, amplifying the already invaluable interior design tricks of the trade.
Our Interior Decorating course will help you understand the basic principles of interior design and decorating to both improve your life and set you in a new direction for your career
Interior Decorating and Design Module 1
The Historical and Theoretical Bases of Design
Current Issues in Design
Historical Overview
The Origins of Design
The Meaning and Essence of Design
The Evolution of Modern Design
New Technology and Innovative Design
The Basic Theories of Design Composition
The Principles of Design
Color and Light
Communicating Color Decisions
Interior Decorating and Design Module 2
Planning Residential and Commercial Spaces
Design as a Process
Choosing the Best Option
Programming Interior Spaces
Specifying Needs
Space Planning of Residential Interiors
Planning Guidelines
Space Planning of Commercial Interiors
Hospitality Design
Healthcare Design
Interior Decorating and Design Module 3
The Exterior and Interior Environments
Environmental Concerns, Codes, and Regulations
Land Use and Development
The Total Environment: Influences on Interiors
Form Determinants for Buildings
Interior Environmental Control and Support Systems
Energy Conservation and Climate Control
The Human Comfort Zone
Lighting for Interiors
The Measurement of Light
Types of Lighting
Interior Decorating and Design Module 4
Interior Materials, Architectural Systems, Finishes, and Components
Materials—Characteristics and Applications
Environmental Concerns
Sustainability
Wood, Masonry, Glass and Cement
Architectural Systems and Interior Finishes
Sustainable Architecture and Engineering
Building Shell and Structural Systems
Interior Components
Aesthetic Factors
Cost Factors
Interior Decorating and Design Module 5
Furniture, Furnishings, and Equipment
Programming for Furniture
Space Planning and Furniture
Furniture for Special Groups
Life-Cycle Assessments and Cost
Furniture Materials and Construction
Furnishings
Accessories
Artwork, Plants, Signage and Graphics
Healthcare and Hospitality Equipment
Retail and Institutional Equipment
Interior Decorating and Design Module 6
Aspects of Professional Practice
Drawing as Design Communication
Three-Dimensional Drawings
Photography and Videos
Presentation Models
Oral and Written Communication
The Professional Practice of Interior Design
Residential and Nonresidential Practice
Types of Services Offered
Operational Goals and Objectives
Bookkeeping and Accounting
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
WE is committed to being both environmentally conscious and making it easier for you to study! We’re making your education mobile! All of our textbooks are now provided as eTextbooks. You can access them on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and can study anytime, anywhere.
The move away from physical books to eTextbooks means you get the latest, most up-to-date version available. This also makes your training more accessible, so you can study anywhere you have your phone or tablet. The best part is that all materials are included in your training cost so there are NO extra fees for books!
Upon successful completion of our Interior Decorating & Design course, students will be prepared for an entry-level position in the field and to sit for the NCCB national certification exam to become a Certified Interior Decorating Specialist (CIDS).
**Certification exams are not included in the cost of the course.**
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.
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Students that successfully complete our career training programs are assigned a career development adviser who will coordinate placement at a local externship or hands on opportunity. These opportunities are optional and may vary based on availability and occupation. Your career development adviser will also provide job search services such as: resume building, mock interviews, job opportunity resources, and more. Our professional enrichment courses do not come with a career adviser or career services.