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How To Become An Interior Designer
Some artists start with a ball of clay. Others start with a blank canvas. Imagine starting your next work of art with a large empty building. Sounds unreasonable right? But that's exactly what you'll be doing if you become an interior designer.
What exactly will my job be? As an interior designer, you basically pick up where the architect left off. You lay out the colors, contours, and lighting for homes and commercial spaces. You pick the tiles, wallpaper, ceiling, and overall theme of the place. The entire area is basically your ball of clay—your blank canvas. Do you want to create a cozy atmosphere or something more industrial? It's up to you.
Sound like the perfect job? For many, it is the perfect job. However, if you want to become an interior designer, you have to receive the proper training for two important reasons:
1. Most employers and clients only want professional designers with the appropriate education. 2. All completed commercial works must comply with federal and state regulations with regards to safety and accessibility.
To satisfy these two requirements, you'll need to attend design school first. In addition to securing a firm foundation in lighting, electrical wiring, colors, and basic carpentry, you'll also learn all applicable safety and compliance laws.
What if there are no schools nearby? Even if you live in the middle of nowhere, you can still attend interior design school. Thanks to the Internet, online courses can help you get started on this exciting career. Signing up is a breeze and class schedules are yours to control. You never even have to leave your house. This time next year, you could be designing your next house or a major corporate boardroom. You just need to take the first step and sign up. |
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| The Art Institutes® - Multiple Locations | |
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 The Art Institutes system of schools is a leading educator of students in the creative and applied arts, including design, media, fashion, and culinary programs. Every program of study offered to you is regularly reviewed by industry leaders, advisors, and employers for relevance in the marketplace. Changes are made, if necessary, to integrate subject matter into the curriculum so that our degree programs reflect the way things are done in the real world of work. Programs listed are not offered at all locations.
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 Westwood College is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The College offers broad access to education and serves a diverse, multicultural body of students in an environment that promotes pride, respect, and teamwork. The College's programs are designed to empower students to pursue their individual career goals.
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Associate's: Associate - CAD / Architectural Drafting |
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Bachelor's: Bachelor - Interior Design |
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| American InterContinental University | |
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 Start down the path to future career opportunities at American InterContinental University. AIU offers a curriculum designed to provide students with a solid foundation, including both general education and industry-specific classes. Small classes help to ensure that students receive focused attention. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
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Associate's: Interior Design |
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Bachelor's: Interior Design |
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| Brown Mackie College | |
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 Brown Mackie College Schools can help you learn the skills you need for your career and future. We have many convenient locations across the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest, and we offer a unique one-course-a-month delivery format that's specifically tailored to fit into your busy lifestyle. Take advantage of small class sizes, flexible scheduling, an outstanding faculty, and financial aid for those who qualify. Choose from a range of diploma, certificate, associate's and bachelor's in the areas of Accounting and Business, Healthcare, Legal Studies, and Computer Technology.
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Diplomas: Diploma in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technician |
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Associate's: Associate of Applied Science in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology, Associate of Science in Computer Aided Design & Drafting Technology |
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| Lincoln College of Technology | |
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 Lincoln College of Technology provides career-focused, hands-on training programs with industry experienced instructors. Get the skills for a rewarding in-demand career. For more student consumer information, please visit www.lincolnedu.com/lincolnconsumerinfo.
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Diplomas: Architectural Drafting Design & CAD technology - Diploma |
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Associate's: Architectural Drafting Design & CAD technology - Associate, Building Construction & Cabinetmaking Technology, Interior Design Technology |
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Bachelor's: Interior Design Technology |
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| The Art Institute of Pittsburgh – Online Division | |
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 Develop your creative potential through The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division where we give you the freedom to decide when and where to attend class. Because you're always on the go, we offer education to go wherever you connect to the Internet. While we meet the demands of your busy lifestyle, our online degree and diploma programs go even further by embracing the standards of excellence long held by The Art Institute of Pittsburgh and The Art Institutes system of schools backed by an over 85-year commitment to academic excellence. Learn from the leader in online creative arts education.
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Diplomas: Residential Planning - Diploma |
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Bachelor's: Interior Design - Bachelor of Science Degree |
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| Collins College | |
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 Prepare yourself for the future. Collins College, located in Phoenix, AZ, is your gateway to the world of design and technology. Get the education you need to start a new career in Visual Communication, Interior Design, Animation, Graphic Design, or PC/Network Technology. Earn your specialized associate degree in as little as two years and take advantage of career placement assistance.
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| Brown College | |
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 Prepare for a career you love. Brown College, located in Mendota Heights, Minnesota, is dedicated to providing quality specialized associate degree programs in the areas of Design, Broadcasting and Technology. The programs emphasize hands-on education, and focus on areas that offer promising employment opportunities. Specialized Associate degree programs can be completed in as little as eighteen months. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
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Bachelor's: Bachelor - Interior Design |
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| International Academy of Design & Technology | |
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 Have an opportunity to turn your natural abilities in design, technology, or business into a dynamic and creative career at the International Institute of Design and Technology. With campus locations nationwide, including business and cultural hotspots like Los Angeles, Chicago, and Orlando, International Academy of Design & Technology is dedicated to helping students prepare for the innovative jobs of tomorrow. We offer a variety of degree levels and program areas designed to fit your individual career track.
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Certifications: Certificate - Interior Design |
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Diplomas: Diploma - Computer Assisted Drafting (CADD), Diploma - Interior Design, Diploma - Interior Design (Year Three) |
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Associate's: Associate - Interior Design |
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| New England Institute of Technology | |
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 Get your career on the right track with New England Institute of Technology. We are a private, co-educational technical college offering more than 30 associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs in the technical, industrial, business, and allied health fields. Most of our associate degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months, and bachelor's degree programs in as little as three years.
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Associate's: Associate in Science Degree in Interior Design Technology |
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Bachelor's: Bachelor of Science Interior Design Technology |
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| Southwest Florida College | |
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 Since 1974, Southwest Florida College has been helping students start the careers they want. We offer state-of-the-art facilities, expert instructors and excellent job placement programs. Click here to learn more about our programs in Business, Technology, Medicine, Design and Law.
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Associate's: Computer Aided Drafting & Design |
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| Antonelli College | |
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 At Antonelli College, you'll gain the practical skills employers demand while receiving individual attention in our small classes. We offer you (and your parents/spouse) an extensive individual tour of the school and a detailed explanation of your chosen program. You will have the opportunity to speak to teachers and current students or graduates if you wish. Our well-staffed Job Placement departments help you find part-time work while you're in school, and an entry-level job for when you graduate. For more information on our graduation rates, the median loan debt of graduates, and other important information, please see http://www.antonellicollege.edu/antonelli-disclosure-information.pdf
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| Lincoln Technical Institute | |
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 Lincoln Technical Institute is a career-focused training school that offers short-term Automotive, Skilled Trades, Healthcare and Computers programs designed to get you into the workforce quickly. Programs vary by campus so contact a location near you to see the training options available. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. With national accreditation, state licensing and nearly 60 years of career education and job placement experience, Lincoln Technical Institute knows what it takes to help give you the competitive edge so you can establish yourself in a rewarding career. Get started today! For more student consumer information, please visit www.lincolnedu.com/lincolnconsumerinfo
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East Windsor, CT
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Lincoln, IN
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Diplomas: Architectural Drafting Design & CAD technology - Diploma |
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Associate's: Architectural Drafting Design & CAD technology - Associate |
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| NewSchool of Architecture & Design | |
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 Change the way the world looks with a degree from NewSchool of Architecture & Design, located in San Diego, California. NewSchool has become one of the most innovative architectural schools in the country. NewSchool strives to meet the ever-changing demands of the architecture profession by providing an instructional program that nurtures a student's artistic passion into professional excellence. NewSchool is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), and grants Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
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Bachelor's: Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Arts, Architecture |
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Master's: Master of Architecture, Master of Science, Architecture |
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 Bauder College of Atlanta, GA, provides career-based programs to students wishing to work in the fields of Business, Design and Information Technology. Our exceptional teaching curriculum ensures that graduates have the tools they need get ahead in the real world. Attend classes in the morning, afternoon or evening and benefit from extensive job placement services.
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