Our interior design school, located in the RiNo Art District, provides aspiring designers the opportunity to cultivate their natural design talents through hands-on learning programs in a supportive classroom environment. Our curriculum enables students to transform their passion into an extraordinary design portfolio. Students build confidence as they acquire the knowledge and skills required to succeed professionally in the industry.
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DENVER INTERIOR DESIGN PROGRAMS
- PROGRAM & COURSE OFFERINGS
- PROGRAM & COURSE TRACKS
- SPRING 2026 COURSE SCHEDULE
- FALL 2026 COURSE SCHEDULE
Fundamentals of Interior Design Certification
Step into a dynamic program designed to nourish your creativity and launch your future career in interior design. This immersive, hands-on experience invites you to build a solid foundation in design principles & elements, color theory, space planning & construction documents, lighting, socially responsible design and so much more.
Design concepts are brought to life through engaging, project-based learning that translates into impactful, real-world designs. Student projects will include the design and presentation of residential spaces, culminating in the creation of an entire home renovation. You’ll learn how to successfully communicate your vision and present your ideas with confidence.
Through exclusive weekly field visits, you’ll step inside showrooms, design studios, and manufacturing space, connecting with industry experts and gaining valuable networking opportunities.
You’ll be encouraged to work with cutting-edge AI tools to enhance your creative process and prepare you for the future of the industry.
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Fundamentals of Interior Design Certification.
Completion Time:Â 1 Term
Tuition:Â $8,490
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New Offering! Fast-Track Fundamentals Certification
Fundamentals of Interior Design Certification + Technical Course
Advance your design skills and gain professional expertise in just three months with this accelerated program. Combine our comprehensive Fundamentals of Interior Design Certification with one technical course of your choice to learn an industry-standard tool such as Intro to AutoCAD, SketchUp, InDesign/Photoshop (Digital Presentation).
This program provides you with the creative and technical skills to bring your design vision to life and position yourself for success in the interior design industry at a reduced tuition rate. This provides you with the opportunity to further specialize and enhance your skills while keeping your education within reach.
Completion Time:Â 1 Term
Tuition: $8,990 (up to $9,405 value)
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Interior Design Master Certification
Elevate your skills and expertise in this comprehensive Interior Design Master Certification Program, which provides students with our most extensive interior design education, technical expertise and professional skills to make you most marketable in the industry.
Students will gain proficiency in both residential and commercial  design, learning to navigate real-world project challenges with confidence. The offering includes a focus on kitchen & bath design using NKBA requirements, the construction process & collaboration with contractors, and drawing technical plans and renderings in Revit to accompany boutique commercial design projects. You will be provided the opportunity to develop and present a stunning, professional and competitive design portfolio.
An Interior Design Master Certification is awarded to students upon successful completion of both the Fundamentals of Interior Design Program and the following additional required courses.
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- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Digital Presentation
- Intro to AutoCAD
- Advanced AutoCAD
- SketchUp
- Intro to Kitchen and Bath
- Revit
- Commercial Design
- Construction Basics
- Professional Development
Completion Time:Â 2Â Terms Minimum
Tuition: $17,905
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Upon completion of the Master Certification Program, graduates are eligible to complete the RIDQC exam to become certified. Learn more about RIDQC here.
Stand-alone Courses
Individual courses are also available to students who are not enrolled in the Interior Design Master Certification Program, as well as to industry professionals with relevant design education or work experience. Course descriptions can be found through the links below.
Fundamentals of Interior Design Certification + Core Technical Courses:
Full-time Weekday Fundamentals & Core Technicals
Complete in 1 Term:
Term 1
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Digital Presentation
- Intro to AutoCAD
- SketchUp
- Advanced AutoCAD
Part-time Saturday Fundamentals & Core Technicals
Complete in 2 Terms:
Term 1
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Digital Presentation – Evening
- Intro to AutoCAD – Evening
Term 2
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Advanced AutoCAD – Evening
- SketchUp – Evening
Interior Design Master Certification Track Options:
Full-time Weekday Fundamentals & all Supplemental Courses
Complete in 2 Terms:
Term 1
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Digital Presentation
- Intro to AutoCAD
- SketchUp
- Advanced AutoCAD
Term 2
- Commercial Design
- Revit
- Intro to Kitchen & Bath
- Construction Basics
- Professional Development
Complete in 3 Terms:
Term 1
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Intro to AutoCAD
- Advanced AutoCAD
Term 2
- Digital Presentation
- SketchUp
- Commercial Design
- Revit
Term 3
- Kitchen and BathÂ
- Construction Basics
- Professional Development
Complete in 4 Terms:
Term 1
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
Term 2
- Commercial Design
- Revit
Term 3
- Digital Presentation
- Intro to AutoCAD
- SketchUp
- Advanced AutoCAD
Term 4
- Kitchen and Bath
- Construction Basics
- Professional Development
Part-time Saturday Fundamentals & all Supplemental Courses
Complete in 3 Terms:
Term 1
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Digital Presentation – Evening
- Intro to AutoCAD – Evening
Term 2
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Advanced AutoCAD – Evening
- SketchUp – Evening
Term 3
- Commercial Design
- Revit
- Intro to Kitchen & Bath
- Construction Basics
- Professional Development
Complete in 4 Terms:
Term 1
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Digital Presentation – Evening
- Intro to AutoCAD – Evening
Term 2
- Fundamentals of Interior Design
- Advanced AutoCAD – Evening
- SketchUp – EveningÂ
Term 3
- Commercial Design
- Revit
Term 4
- Kitchen and Bath
- Construction Basics
- Professional Development
Spring 2026 Course Schedule
Digital Presentation
Day:Â Friday
Time: 8:30am – 11:00am
Date: April 10 – May 15
Intro to AutoCAD
Day: Friday
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Date: April 10 – May 15
Advanced AutoCAD
Day: Friday
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Date: May 22 – June 26
SketchUp
Day: Friday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: May 22 – June 26
Intro to Kitchen & Bath Design
Day: Friday
Time: 2:30pm – 5:00pm
Date: April 10 – May 29
Revit
Day: Thursday
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Date: April 9 – June 4
Commercial Design
Day: Thursday
Time:Â 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Date: April 9 – June 25
Professional Development
Day: Wednesday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: May 20 – June 24
Construction Basics
Day: Wednesday
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Date: May 20 – June 24
Fall 2026 Course Schedule
Fundamentals of Interior Design (Full-time)
Day: Tuesday – Thursday
Time: 9:00am – 2:30pm (course delivery) and 2:30pm – 4:30pm (studio time)
Date: September 15 – December 10 (No class Nov. 24 – 26)
Fundamentals of Interior Design (Part-time)
Day: Saturday
Time: 9:00am – 3:30pm (course delivery), and 3:30pm – 5:30pm (studio time)
Date: September 19 – March 27 (No class Nov. 28, Dec. 26, Jan. 2, Feb. 13)
Digital Presentation (Virtual or In-person)
Day:Â Friday
Time: 8:30am – 11:00am
Date: September 18 – October 23
Digital Presentation (Virtual or In-person)
Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Date: September 16 – October 21
Intro to AutoCAD (Virtual or In-person)
Day: Friday
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Date: September 18 – October 23
Intro to AutoCAD
Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Date: October 28 – December 9 (No class Nov. 25)
Advanced AutoCAD (Virtual or In-person)
Day: Friday
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Date: October 30 – December 11 (No Class Nov. 27)
SketchUp
Day: Friday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: October 30 – December 11 (No Class Nov. 27)
Intro to Kitchen & Bath Design
Day: Friday
Time: 2:30pm – 5:00pm
Date: September 18 – November 6
Professional Development
Day: Wednesday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: October 28 – December 9 (No Class on Nov. 25)
Construction Basics
Day: Wednesday
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Date: October 28 – December 9 (No Class on Nov. 25)
INTERIOR DESIGN MASTER CERTIFICATION
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TUITION
Master Certification Program
Fundamentals of Interior Design
Digital Presentation
Intro to AutoCAD
Advanced AutoCAD
SketchUp
Kitchen & Bath Design
Revit
Commercial Design
Construction Basics
Professional Development
Total Tuition: $17,905
Individual Courses
Fundamentals of Interior Design:Â $8,490
Digital Presentation: $915
Intro to AutoCAD: $755
Advanced AutoCAD: $755
SketchUp: $755
Intro to Kitchen & Bath: $1,240
Revit: $1,110
Commercial Design: $2,375
Construction Basics: $755
Professional Development: $755
Financing Options
Students can make 3 equivalent and consecutive monthly payments for both the Fundamentals Program and Master Certification Program. Click here to see detailed payment plan options.
HSID Denver students are eligible to utilize the GI Bill.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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OUR DENVER TEAM
Rhonda Larson
Owner and Executive Director of HSID Denver
Elizabeth Berry
Director, Operations & Communications
Ashley Luke
Fundamentals of Interior Design & Commercial Design Instructor
Pamela Alcántara
Fundamentals of Interior Design Instructor
Amy Borman
Professional Development Instructor
Yi-Chen Chang
Revit Instructor
Elizabeth Lord-Levitt
Construction Basics Instructor
Christi Knapp
AutoCAD & SketchUp Instructor
Erica Swanson
Kitchen & Bath and Digital Presentation Instructor
Eli Hariton
Construction Basics Instructor
CONNECT WITH OUR DENVER INTERIOR DESIGN SCHOOL
HSID Denver is independently owned and operated by Rhonda Larson.
How to Reach Us:
720.772.1025
2535 Walnut Street, Suite K
Denver, CO 80205
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Designers: have you ever thought about teaching what you know? 🎨
Heritage Denver is looking for an experienced interior design professional to join our team as a part-time instructor for our 24-week Fundamentals of Interior Design Certification course. Classes meet Saturdays only, 9am to 5:30pm, for 6 months each year, starting September 19, 2026.
Compensation is $35 to $45/hour based on experience.
If you have 5+ years of professional experience, a passion for mentoring the next generation, and a love for residential design, we would love to hear from you. Send your resume to hsiddenver@gmail.com.
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6 days ago
She cancelled every other college tour the day she walked through our doors. 🌿
Meet Elasah, a Colorado native, current student, and one of the most intentional people to walk through Heritage Denver. From paper dollhouses as a kid to space planning and schematics that light her up today, Elasah has always known, on some level, that design was her direction. She just needed the right path to get there.
Her spotlight is live on the blog now.
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1 week ago
Big names, big moments. Our panel features three of Denver’s most respected designers, Lynn Coit, Christopher Shields, and Kim Layne, and our commencement speaker is one of our own: Heritage Master’s grad Brei Miller, now a designer at Basil & Tate. From the classroom to the industry floor, this is what growth looks like. Come celebrate with us.
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2 weeks ago
This is what it’s all about. From Fundamentals of Interior Design to the technical skills that land real jobs, our alumni are out there doing the work with top designers in the industry. Hearing that Heritage felt like family? That means everything to us.
If a career in interior design is calling your name, this is your sign to answer it. Your future in design starts here.
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3 weeks ago
Some experiences you just have to live to understand. 🎨
At Heritage, students don’t just learn interior design from a textbook. They explore the city for local inspiration, step behind the scenes of warehouses, showrooms, and workshops most people never get access to, and build genuine friendships along the way. These are the moments that shape a designer. The memories made here go way beyond the classroom.
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3 weeks ago
Is the reason you haven’t changed anything actually logic, or is it just fear wearing a practical disguise? Worth thinking about. We’ll be here when you’re ready. . . .
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