This comprehensive Interior Decorating and Green Interior Design program introduces learners to the core principles of interior design while developing the knowledge needed to create functional, aesthetically pleasing, and environmentally responsible spaces. Offered through accredited school partners, the program blends design theory, technical knowledge, and sustainability practices to prepare learners for personal growth or professional opportunities in interior design and decorating.
Module 1: The Interior Design Profession and Design History
Module 2: The Interior Design Process and Human Factors
Module 3: Design Mediums, Materials, Color, Lighting, and Furnishings
Module 4: Technical Issues and the Business of Interior Design
Module 5: Foundations of Environmentally Responsible Interior Design
Module 6: Indoor Environmental Quality and Sustainable Systems
Air Quality
Lighting
Energy, HVAC, and Water
Module 7: Sustainable Finishes, Furnishings, and Certifications
USGBC and LEED
Module 8: Green Interior Design Case Studies
By the end of this program, the learner will be able to:
Define the history, principles, and professional standards of interior design
Identify the steps involved in the interior design and decorating process
Apply elements and principles of design using various materials, colors, lighting, furnishings, and accessories
Analyze technical considerations such as building systems, codes, and safety requirements
Understand project management, budgeting, marketing, and the business aspects of interior design
Define the core elements of environmentally responsible interior design
Apply strategies to improve indoor air quality and sustainable lighting design
Evaluate and specify interior finishes and furnishings using sustainability criteria
Identify requirements for LEED certification and environmentally responsible HVAC, energy, and water systems
Upon completion of this program, learners will be eligible to sit for The Certified Interior Decorating Specialist (CIDS) National Certification exam.
This class is an independent-study course. Learners 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.