ABOUT CCIDC

California Council for Interior Design Certification (CCIDC)
Established in January 1992, the California Council for Interior Design Certification (CCIDC) is a non-profit organization responsible for administering the California Certified Interior Designers Title Act (Chapter 3.9, Section 5800 of the California Business and Professions Code). CCIDC ensures that Certified Interior Designers (CIDs) in California meet established professional standards, supporting the safety and quality of interior design practices across the state.
CCIDC undergoes a legislative sunset review every five years—or as otherwise directed by the California Legislature—to evaluate its compliance with statutory requirements. Failure to comply may result in the organization’s dissolution. CCIDC also operates in accordance with the Bagley–Keene Open Meeting Act, which governs transparency and accountability for California state boards and commissions.
Design is Everywhere. Think Deeply. Question Assumptions. Invoke Inspiration. Integrity is everything. No detail is too small.
To establish and implement professional standards and educational requirements, educate the public, and facilitate interior design professional’s compliance with our standards and code of ethics in order to provide for the protection, health, safety and welfare of the public by administering the California Certified Interior Designers Title Act.
To be the leading authority in promoting and ensuring public protection through the certification of interior designers in California. By upholding the highest standards of education, experience, and ethical conduct, we aim to empower Certified Interior Designers (CIDs) to deliver exceptional design services while fostering consumer trust and informed decision-making. Our commitment is to strengthen the profession, enhance public safety, and provide continuous opportunities for growth and professional development in the interior design industry.
The California Council for Interior Design Certification (CCIDC) will strive for high quality in all of its programs, making it an effective and efficient Certified Interior Designer regulatory organization. To that end, the Board will:
- Be professional, by treating all persons who interact with the Board as valued customers;
- Focus on prevention of consumer harm by, providing information and education to consumers, candidates, CIDs, and others;
- Encourage the respect of clients, suppliers of goods and services to the profession, and fellow professional interior designers, as well as the general-public, through the CID Code of Ethics and Conduct as a requirement for Certification.
- Be progressive, utilizing the most advanced means for providing services.
- Be proactive, exercising leadership among consumer protection and professional practice groups.
CCIDC welcomes everyone with an inclusion mindset, one that prioritizes growth through listening and learning. No matter where you come from, or how you were designed, we want to create a place where you belong. Our commitment to driving equality and greater business value does not waver. We’re working with employees, stakeholders, and CIDs to move closer to equality for all.
ABOUT CERTIFICATION
Certified Interior Designer Title Act – California
Enacted on January 1, 1991, the Certified Interior Designer Title Act (SB 153) marked a pivotal advancement for the interior design profession in California. Driven by the efforts of both commercial and residential design groups and the California Legislative Coalition for Interior Design, the Act established the formal title of Certified Interior Designer (CID) within the California Business and Professions Code.
The CID Title Act—administered by the California Council for Interior Design Certification (CCIDC)—recognizes interior designers who meet stringent requirements in education, experience, and examination. This credential ensures that certified professionals are qualified to provide safe, functional, and high-quality design solutions in both commercial and residential settings.
The legislation enhances public trust by holding certified interior designers to consistent standards of competence and professional ethics throughout California.
GENERAL INFORMATION
CCIDC Inc.
365 W Second Ave, Suite 221
Escondido, CA 92025
760.294.1936
CCIDC Office Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9AM – 4:00PM Pacific Time
Friday: 9AM – 1:00PM Pacific Time
Saturday – Sunday: CLOSED
Office Hours by Appointment Only, please email to schedule an appointment.
CCIDC E-Mail Addresses:
- General Questions: Office Administrator
- Plan Check Denials: Plan Check Denial
- IDEX Application/Exam Questions: Certification Administrator
- Billing/Payment Questions: Office Administrator
- Continuing Education/CEU Questions: Office Administrator
CCIDC, Inc. Observes all State and Federal Holidays.
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Roze Wiebe | Executive Director | Camryn Burns | Certification Program Manager |
Every year CCIDC undergoes a voluntary audit of all financial information and business operations, by an outside accounting firm. To provide the utmost transparency to those we serve. Audited financial information is provided once available and approved by the CCIDC Board of Directors.
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