Official Title of Certificate: Architecture and Interior Design - Interior Design, Certificate
Award: Certificate
Code: CRT.ACH.INT-DSGN
Total Credit Hours: 26
About the Architecture and Interior Design Department
Purpose: Develop both aesthetic vision and technical skills to formulate design solutions for residential and commercial interior environments. The program provides an understanding of the design process from client needs, programming, schematic design, design development and product specification, through final presentation. The program helps the students develop basic knowledge of codes, regulations, health, safety, and welfare issues affecting the human environment. This program also provides pathways toward entry-level positions in interior design or allied fields. This program is ideal for students seeking ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) allied membership. Credits earned may be applied to the Interior Design associate of applied science degree or the advanced interior design certificate.
Range of Occupations
- Artwork and accessory representative
- Consultant for home decorating center
- Design assistant for residential or architectural studios
- Event planner
- Home staging
- Interior color consultant
- Interior decorator
- Manufacturer’s representative for interior industry
- Sales representative for furniture and fabrics
Faculty Contact (webapps.aacc.edu/directory): Carol Simms Pearce
Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.
All students must demonstrate eligibility for ENG 101 /ENG 101A . Refer to Academic Regulations on Graduation Requirements , “Certificate Requirements” for more information.
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