- The starting classes for an interior design degree are primarily drawing and drafting. Specific class names will vary from school to school.
- Towards the middle of the future interior designer's education, she will begin taking classes relating to specific topics like computer design, health and safety codes and lighting issues.
- There are different degrees to choose from, all of which fill the needed requirements for an interior designer but each focusing on particular areas of the business. You can pursue a bachelor of arts, bachelor of
science or bachelor of fine arts degree. There are a few schools that offer a bachelor of interior design degree. - There are only four American colleges that offer a master's degree for interior design. This could take up to 5 years to obtain.
- Even after finishing your college education, there is qualification testing done by the National Council of Interior Design. Only after you have passed this test will you be licensed as a qualified interior designer.
- An interior designer's education does not end with his licensing. He is expected, as part of his career, to take continuing education
courses hosted by the American Society of Interior Designers.