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Furniture Design Schools

Furniture design should be functional, aesthetically pleasing, and space-saving. This is why securing training from furniture design schools is so crucial in today's ergonomic culture. This is especially true for artisans who want to work with their hands molding metal, sculpting wood, and adding decorative finishings. There are so many mass-produced options available that only skilled furniture designers will successfully attract customers who valuable quality workmanship.

What They Teach in Furniture Design Schools
Students of furniture design schools are expected to learn areas such as interior design, melding, sculpting, CAD software, art history, curing (for leather) treating (for wood), and ergonomic science. Working in studios, factories, or workshops, graduates of furniture design schools create finished pieces that can either serve as prototypes for future production or as stand alone pieces to be bought by private clients.

Furniture Design School Career Options
Graduates of furniture design schools should expect to face fierce competition for the first several years. According to the US Department of Labor, job openings in carpentry, woodworking, and furniture will likely decline as more and more consumers opt for mass produced or imported items. However, skilled artisans will still be able to access a fairly sizeable market provided they have the requisite training and dedication. Some furniture designers manage to secure fashion status and command extremely lucrative salaries as a result. To reach this level, however, you'll probably want at least a bachelors degree or higher in the field. In this way, you can better master the business aspects of the industry.
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  American InterContinental University Online

Earn your degree online, fast. AIU Online offers degree programs in Business Administration, Information Technology, Criminal Justice, Visual Communications, and Education. Bachelor's degrees can be earned quickly and conveniently, while Master's degrees can be earned in as little as 10 months. AIU Online's degree programs are designed for maximum flexibility—study at the times and places that work best for you.

Campus Locations
Online
Bachelor's: Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communications
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  The Art Institute of Pittsburgh – Online Division

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.

Campus Locations
Online
Associate's: Graphic Design - Associate of Science Degree
Bachelor's: Graphic Design - Bachelor of Science Degree
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  Westwood College Online

Your future in technology starts right here. Westwood College of Technology is committed to student success. Westwood's staff will get to know you personally, and they'll give you the support you need to establish and achieve your goals. Focus is on computer-based technology degrees. The experienced faculty is made up of instructors with in-depth industry experience and knowledge.

Campus Locations
Online
Associate's: Graphic Design and Multimedia
Bachelor's: Visual Communications
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  Penn Foster College

Prepare for a more successful future by earning your Associate degree with Penn Foster College. Penn Foster College was designed especially for busy people looking to improve their lives and get ahead. Study with expert faculty, get hands-on training, and develop the skills you'll need to thrive in today’s fastest growing fields, including business, health services, technology, engineering, criminal justice, paralegal studies, and more.

Campus Locations
Distance Education
Associate's: Furniture and Cabinet Maker
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  The Career Institute of American International College

Whether you're looking to get a new job, switch careers or move up in your current job, The Career Institute of American International College has a career-training program that's just right for you. Choose from over 20 job-focused programs in Healthcare, Information Technology, and Digital Media. Classes are offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening to fit in with your busy schedule.

Campus Locations
Braintree, MA Cambridge, MA Framingham, MA
Woburn, MA
Programs and degree offerings vary by location and are subject to change without notice.
Certifications: Digital Graphics Design
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  American InterContinental University

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.

Campus Locations
South Florida, FL Buckhead, GA Dunwoody, GA
Houston, TX London, UK
Programs and degree offerings vary by location and are subject to change without notice.
Associate's: Visual Communication, Visual Communications
Bachelor's: Visual Communications, Visual Communications (Digital Animation), Visual Communications (Digital Design), Visual Communications (Graphic Design), Visual Communications (Illustration)
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  Antonelli College

At Antonelli College, you'll gain the practical skills employers demand while receiving individual attention in our small classes. Antonelli College offers 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. Antonelli College's 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.

Campus Locations
Jackson, MS Cincinnati, OH
Programs and degree offerings vary by location and are subject to change without notice.
Associate's: Graphic Design
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  Baker College

Founded in 1911, Baker College has helped hundreds of thousands of graduates achieve career fulfillment over the years. We provide job-specific training designed to help students launch a more personally rewarding career right out of college. And with Baker in their corner, they do — 98% of Baker College's available graduates are currently employed. Choose from convenient campus locations across the state of Michigan.

Campus Locations
Allen Park, MI Auburn Hills, MI Cadillac, MI
Clinton Township, MI Flint, MI Jackson, MI
Muskegon, MI Owosso, MI Port Huron, MI
Programs and degree offerings vary by location and are subject to change without notice.
Associate's: Associate - Interior Design
Bachelor's: Bachelor - Interior Design
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  Blue Cliff College

Blue Cliff College is an accredited school offering degrees in Massage Therapy. What's so great about a career in Massage Therapy? You'll experience less stress, be able to work flexible hours, and perhaps most important, you'll be helping others feel better. Blue Cliff College, with campuses in Louisiana and Mississippi, has a faculty made up of highly respected practicing professionals. As a graduate, you will receive extensive career placement guidance.

Campus Locations
Mooresville, NC
Associate's: Furniture and Cabinet Maker
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  Bradford School Columbus

Need that degree, but can't spend four years in school? Jumpstart your career with a degree from Bradford School. Bradford School in Columbus has a stellar reputation for preparing high school graduates just like you for real jobs, in the real world, in no time flat. Choose from 9 career-track diploma and degree programs. Gain the skills your future employers will be looking for. 97.9% of last year's graduates requesting placement assistance were placed. (Bradford School; 2469 Stelzer Road; Columbus, OH 43219; Oh. Reg. No. 86-06-1025B)

Campus Locations
Columbus, OH
Associate's: Graphic Design
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  Bradford School of Business - Houston

Do you really want to spend four years getting a college degree? Bradford School of Business in Houston has a stellar reputation for preparing high school graduates just like you for real jobs, in the real world, in no time flat. Choose from 6 career-track diploma programs, gain the skills your future employers will be seeking, and learn from highly respected instructors who have real-world experience.

Campus Locations
Houston, TX
Associate's: Graphic Design
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  Bradford School Pittsburgh

Need that degree, but can't spend four years in school? Jumpstart your career with a degree from Bradford School. Bradford School in Pittsburgh has a stellar reputation for preparing high school graduates just like you for real jobs, in the real world, in no time flat. Choose from 11 career-track diploma and degree programs, and gain the skills your future employers will be looking for. 100% of last year's graduates requesting placement assistance were placed in careers with futures.

Campus Locations
Pittsburgh, PA
Associate's: Graphic Design
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  Briarcliffe College - Bethpage

Get the education you need for today's hot jobs. Briarcliffe College is dedicated to meeting the career-oriented needs of its student body. For over 35 years, Briarcliffe College has had one goal: to prepare students just like you for success in the business world.

Campus Locations
Bethpage, NY
Associate's: Associate - Graphic Design
Bachelor's: Bachelor - Graphic Design
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  Briarcliffe College - Patchoque

Get the education you need for today's hot jobs. Briarcliffe College is dedicated to meeting the career-oriented needs of its student body. For over 35 years, Briarcliffe College has had one goal: to prepare students just like you for success in the business world.

Campus Locations
Patchogue, NY
Associate's: Associate - Graphic Design
Bachelor's: Bachelor - Graphic Design
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  Brooks Institute

Make your education picture perfect. Brooks Institute is one of the leaders in visual arts education. Brooks' two campuses are located in Santa Barbara and Ventura, California. The faculty teaches degree programs in still photography, motion picture/video, visual journalism, and visual communications. Specialized Associate Degree programs can be completed in as little as eighteen months and career placement assistance is available.

Campus Locations
Santa Barbara, CA
Bachelor's: Bachelor - Visual Communication
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  Brown College

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.

Campus Locations
Mendota Heights, MN
Associate's: Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communications (Graphic Design)
Bachelor's: Bachelor - Interior Design
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  Brown Mackie College

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.

Campus Locations
Tucson, AZ Miami, FL Atlanta, GA
Moline, IL Fort Wayne, IN Indianapolis, IN
Merrillville, IN Michigan City, IN South Bend, IN
Lenexa, KS Salina, KS Fort Mitchell, KY
Hopkinsville, KY Louisville, KY Akron, OH
Canton, OH Cincinnati, OH Findlay, OH
Programs and degree offerings vary by location and are subject to change without notice.
Diplomas: Diploma in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technician
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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  CollegeAmerica

Finally, a college that delivers. CollegeAmerica is truly unique in that their curriculum is designed for one purpose and one purpose only: to prepare students for success. Programs are filled with more knowledge and skills. Why? Because the more students know, the more marketable they'll be in the real world. You can earn your degree and prepare for certifications at the same time. Financial aid available to qualified students.

Campus Locations
Colorado Springs, CO Denver, CO Fort Collins, CO
Programs and degree offerings vary by location and are subject to change without notice.
Associate's: AOS in Graphic Arts
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  Collins College

Prepare yourself for the future. Collins College is your gateway to the world of design and technology. Get the education you need to prepare for a career in Visual Communication, Game Design, Interior Design, Video Production or Visual Arts. Earn your degree in as little as two years and take advantage of job placement assistance.

Campus Locations
Tempe, AZ
Associate's: Associate of Arts - Visual Communication
Bachelor's: Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communications