Program Description
This comprehensive interior design certification course will gives students invaluable insights and foundational principles for building a successful design business. Students learn to cultivate client bases and develop the start of a compelling portfolio presentation that can be used to earn new business and captivate potential clients.
The Residential Interior Designer Education (R.I.D.E.) exam is the final exam in the course and is included with your enrollment. Achieving the R.I.D.E. certificate of completion credential, endorsed by the Designer Society of America (DSA), strengthens your professional image and highlights your excellence to future clientele. As a R.I.D.E. graduate, you will receive a complimentary one-year DSA membership. This membership not only provides you with the opportunity to connect with fellow interior designers but also nurtures your ongoing professional development within the field.
The Certified Residential Interior Designer credential should not be confused with the Certified Interior Designer status certified and regulated by the Maryland State Board of Certified Interior Designers. This program does not meet the education and experience requirements necessary for Maryland State Certification.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:
1. identify and discuss various design styles and movements in history,
2. list basic elements involved in residential interior design projects,
3. discuss the steps required to work as a residential interior designer, and
4. demonstrate skills in creating a design concept and floor plan for residential interior design projects.
CCBC Pathway
Arts Pathway. Pathways are designed to help you meet your academic and career goals by aligning related courses and programs. Pathway students participate in a variety of activities that help explore career opportunities in their field of study. You can meet with a CCBC advisor who help align — or realign — your educational plan with the Pathway that best supports you and your goals.
Program Credential
CCBC Credential:
Students will earn a CCBC Continuing Education Workforce Certificate and will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).
External Credential:
The Residential Interior Design Education (R.I.D.E.) exam is included in the course. This leads to achievement of the R.I.D.E. certificate of completion credential.
Certifying Organization:
The R.I.D.E. credential is endorsed by the Designer Society of America (DSA).
Financial Aid and Payment Options
We offer financial aid by packaging public and private funding options to those who qualify, in select Continuing Education courses and programs. Additional opportunities for financial support include partial payment options through Nelnet Business Solutions and tuition waivers for those who qualify. Resources outside of CCBC may also be available through employer/sponsor paid tuition, the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), and your local office of workforce development.
Some CE Workforce Development Certificate Programs are eligible for early high school funding through Maryland Blueprint for qualifying BCPS high school students. Please check with your School Counseling Office to determine your eligibility for the BCPS Tuition Benefit Program.
Length of Training
Six months
Program Requirements
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Application Process
To apply, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Continuing Education Workforce Certificate program application. An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.
Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.
Prior Learning Assessment
This program has no options for obtaining course waiver(s) for prior learning.
Program Course Sequence
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Course Number
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Course Title
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Course Hours
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Textbook Information
(approximate cost; subject to change)
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Costs
T=Tuition/F=Fees
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VOB 101
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Certified Residential Interior Designer Part 1
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60
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Included in cost of class.
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$1,073
T-$25/F-$1,048
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VOB 102
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Certified Residential Interior Designer Part 2
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60
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Included in cost of class.
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$1,072
T-$25/F-$1,047
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Course Series Totals:
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120
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$2,145
T-$50/F-$2,095
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Career Coach
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Program Contact Information
Program Director: Michelle McCallum | mmccallum@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-1925 | Catonsville BESS