Frequently Asked Questions about the requirements and process to become a Certified Interior Designer (CID) in California.
Meet Minimum Qualifications to Take the IDEX California® Minimum of 40 Semester Core Units from accredited design program (60 Quarter Units). Education requirements to complete certification vary as well as an option for experience-only candidates to apply explanation in further detail to follow.
Design Experience Including: Prepare complex nonstructural or nonseismic plans Instruction for the preparation of complex nonstructural or nonseismic plans Complex nonstructural or nonseismic plans: Require the skills of a licensed contractor to implement Includes programming, planning, designing, and documenting construction Installation of nonstructural or nonseismic elements, finishes and furnishings Protect and enhance [...]
Full-Time Diversified Design Experience Requirements: (36 hours or more per week, 52 weeks per year). 1 Year = 1,872 Hours+ 2 Years = 3,744 Hours+ 3 Years = 5,616 Hours+ 4 Years = 7,488 Hours+ 5 Years = 9,360 Hours+ 8 Years = 14,976 Hours+
Proof of Diversified Design Experience May be Submitted in Two Ways: Proof for Self-Employment: Federal Tax Returns 1040/1040A/1040EZ (Page 2 Only) Return for each year of experience Letter from a CPA or Attorney confirming candidate’s profession, verify knowledge required duration of occupation. Résumés NOT accepted for self-employment Proof for Outside Employment: Verifiable, Professional [...]
All Candidates who Meet the Qualifications are Encouraged to Become Certified: International education allowed, provided: International Education from Accredited Source Accreditation by USDE International Equivalent accrediting agency Provide translated/verified transcripts International experience considered Provide verifiable proof of diversified design experience