How to Succeed in Interior Design
by BJ Fairbax
bj.fairfax@careerschooldirectory.com
Career School Directory Columnist
Do you rearrange your living room once a month? Does it pain you to see a portrait hung askew or a vase of flowers angled in the wrong direction? Do you pick up the subtlest colors in everything you see and you love to be surrounded by a charming, comfortable environment? If any of the above describes you, career training in interior design can give you a shot at success in this glamorous profession.
Take your innate talent for interior design to the next level with quality
career education, and you can have a real chance at success in this ultra-creative field.
Career Training in Interior Design
To truly break into the field of interior design, you must enroll in a two- or four-year degree program. Before you decide how much time to invest in your career education, think about where you want to take your interior design career. With an associate's degree, you can qualify for entry-level interior design assistant positions. It will get you into the workforce sooner, but you may end up needing to go back for a four-year degree. With a bachelor's degree, you can qualify for an interior design apprenticeship, which is a great first step toward a long and prosperous career.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 24 states and the District of Columbia require interior designers to be licensed, which involves passing a national licensing exam. Only those who have a bachelor's degree and one to three years of apprentice experience can sit for the exam.
Your Career Education
Whether you choose to invest in an
associate's or bachelor's degree, many of your foundational courses will be much the same. Your classes in interior design will include topics such as drawing, perspective, computer aided design (CAD), spatial planning, color and fabrics, architecture, ergonomics, furniture design, and more.
Check out your options in interior design today and be on your way to success tomorrow.
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About the Author
BJ Fairfax holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She writes for a variety of print and online publications.
Posted on March 16, 2007 at 9:34 AM
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