From licensure and continuing education to leadership and recognition, we’re here to support every step of your professional journey. Explore the tools, resources, and funding available to help you thrive in the interior design profession.
Looking to earn a credential or take the next step in your professional licensure? These organizations offer widely recognized certifications and exams in the interior design and architecture space.
Our Chapter hosts an NCIDQ Study Series twice a year in preparation for each exam seasons (October & April). IIDA members will receive a discounted price for the study course offered by the chapter.
The NCIDQ Tuition Reimbursement Fund will award exam fee reimbursement to IIDA Student, Professional, and Associate members whom have completed and passed all three sections of the NCIDQ exam. The award is open twice annually, in the spring and in the fall after each exam period.
CIDQ offers an “Emerging Interior Design Educator” Scholarship opportunity to offset the cost of the exam fees for any of the three sections of the NCIDQ Exam.
Head over to the Official CIDQ Website to review upcoming exam deadlines, check the latest fee schedule, or start your application for the next testing window.
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) credentials validate expertise in sustainable design and green building. The exam is ideal for professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of sustainable systems and environmental impact.
Our chapter does not currently offer a study group for this exam, but you can prepare independently using the USGBC Study Plan and the official Exam Preparation Guide.
Yes! Through the LEED Design Education Fund, IIDA members who pass the LEED Green Associate or LEED AP exams may be eligible for tuition reimbursement.
Head over to the official USGBC website to review exam requirements, check the latest fee schedule, or register to schedule your exam.
The WELL Accredited Professional credential demonstrates knowledge of the WELL Building Standard, focused on health and wellness in built environments. The exam covers areas like air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort, and mind, and is geared toward design, architecture, sustainability, and wellness professionals.
Our chapter does not currently offer a study course for this exam, but you can prepare independently using the WELL 101 Education Series and the official WELL Resource Library.
Pricing discounts are provided by WELL. Click here to see if you qualify for the WELL Pricing Discounts offered by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).
Head over to the official IWBI website to review the WELL AP Overview + Process, check the latest fee schedule, or register for the exam.
EDAC (Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification) recognizes professionals who apply research-driven design to improve healthcare environments. It’s intended for healthcare-focused architects, interior designers, planners, and researchers who want to demonstrate measurable impact on patient care, safety, staff performance, and operations.
The Center for Health Design offers study materials, sample questions, and continuing education (CEUs) for maintaining certification.
Head over to the EDAC Overview to review exam requirements, check the latest fee schedule, or register for the exam.
Through generous sponsors and national initiatives, IIDA members can apply for reimbursement after completing qualifying exams.
