Frequently Asked Questions about the requirements and process to become a Certified Interior Designer (CID) in California.
Qualified Professionals From one of the Following: Interior Design Architecture Building Design
Requirements must come from an accredited institution approved by US Department of Education. CIDA or FIDER accreditation NOT required.
Total Units, (Excluding General Education Courses), From Coursework in the Following Categories: Interior Design Drafting Architecture Art History Building Design History Design Graphic Design Architectural Interior Decoration History Building Codes Construction Documents Green Building Practices Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) Business Practices as Related to [...]
Core units are calculated by semester units; Quarter units will be converted into Semester Units
Total Core units determine eligibility, completion of a degree not required.