Fundamentals of Interior Design Certification Program
HISTORY OF THE INTERIOR DESIGN PROFESSION
– Inception of Interior Design
– Industry Organizations
– Career Options
FOUNDATION TOOLS/SKILLS FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
– Drawing Tools
– Scale, Measuring, Presentation
DESIGN PRINCIPLES AND ELEMENTS
– Principles and Elements of Interior Design
– Color Theory/Color Schemes/Color Psychology/Color Placement
– Lighting Design
HISTORY OF FURNITURE
– Furniture from Ancient Times to Present
– Design Styles/Trends
– Interior Architectural Elements
DESIGN PROCESS
– Project Validation
– Overview of Project Phases
– Project Closeout
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF DESIGNING
– Environmental Considerations and Design (Sustainable Practices)
– Universal Design
– Psychology of Space
– Products and Material
MATERIALS FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
Product Knowledge for Materials:
– Terminology, Product Construction, Application and Specification
– Fabrics, Furniture, Case Goods, Window Treatments and Hardware
– Artwork & Mirrors: Designing/Placement
– Accessorizing: The Definitive Touches: What? Where? How?
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS
– Business Start-up Requirements
– Business Formations and Advice Counsel
– Starting a Business: Image, Designer Profile and Marketing Strategies
– Contracts, Fee Schedules, Forms
– Presentation and Public Speaking Skills
– Industry Organizations, Resources and Partners
STUDENT EVALUATIONS AND TESTING
– 1st & 2nd Client Appointment: Instructor/Student Demonstration
– Student Design Projects/Design Boards
– ICD Exam
GRADUATION
– Guest Graduates Panel Discussion: Q & A
2017 COURSE SCHEDULE | Portland
12 WEEK DAY PROGRAM
Day classes are Tues, Wed and Thurs from 9am – 4/4:30pm / $6,995
| Term | Start Date | Grad Date |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2017 | 9/12/2017 | 12/7/2017* |
| Winter 2018 | 1/2/2018 | 3/22/2018 |
| Spring 2018 | 4/3/2018 | 6/21/2018 |
*No class Nov. 21-23, 2017
24 WEEK EXECUTIVE PROGRAM
The goal of the Executive Program is to accommodate full time jobs or a busy lifestyle and to allow the opportunity to take additional night courses.
The Executive Program is Saturdays from 9am – 5pm / $6,995
| Term | Start Date | Grad Date |
|---|---|---|
| Fall/Winter | 10/7/2017 | 3/24/2018* |
| Spring/Summer | 4/7/2018 | 9/22/2018** |
*No class Dec. 23, 2017
**No class July 7, 2018
REQUIRED READING
Foundations of Interior Design, 2nd ed. by Susan J Slotkis; ISBN: 978-1-60901-115-4
Estimating and Costing for Interior Designers (A step-by-step workbook) by Diana Allison; ISBN: 978-1-60901-1-519-0
GRADUATION
The Graduation Ceremony will be held at the school. At the ceremony you will receive your Interior Custom Design Certificate and enjoy food and drinks with your fellow classmates.
CERTIFICATION
Heritage School of Interior Design is licensed and accredited through the State of Oregon Department of Education as a Private Career School. Upon completion of the Certification program, students receive a Certificate in Interior Custom Design.
