Interior Design School

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An Interior design school will train you to shape the way people live and work by creating functional and quality interior environments. As a student at an interior design school, you'll study computer-aided drafting and design, 3D design, space planning, problem solving, and the history of interior design and architecture. Courses may also include topics such as specialty design, including exhibit design, hospitality interior design, retail store interior design and corporate interior design. In addition, you'll learn how to communicate your interior design solutions through a variety of visual media.

Students with interior design degrees are prepared for jobs in interior design fields such as office design, restaurant design, retail space design, hotel design, theatre design, and also hospital layout and design. Interior designing professionals also must be expert at understanding space planning and how to accomplish the functional goals of a space in a visually pleasing manner. Interior design schools help you learn how to keep your client's tastes and budget in mind as you prepare drawings and specifications for interior construction, furnishings, lighting, and fixtures. Interior designers also design architectural details and must design space to conform to local, state, and federal regulations, including building codes and accessibility standards for the disabled and elderly. Interior design school prepares you to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam - which will provide you with industry recognized credentials as an interior designer.

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American InterContinental University

EnglandGeorgia

American InterContinental University helps students start down a path that leads to a rewarding career. Class sizes are kept small in order to better facilitate personal and professional growth, individual attention from instructors, and dynamic discussions.

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Antonelli College

MississippiOhio

Antonelli College offers programs focused on providing the practical training that will give students the skills needed to launch their careers. With programs in technology, healthcare, business, media, and design. Antonelli College has a wide range of programs to meet student needs.

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Berkeley College

New Jersey

Berkeley College has six locations in New York and New Jersey, with students from 18 states and 76 foreign countries attending. Degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months.

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Brown College

Minnesota

Founded in 1946 and recognized as a leader in private post-secondary education, Brown College offers degree programs that can be completed in 2 years or less. Brown College is dedicated to providing quality programs that are sound in concept, and implemented by competent and dedicated faculty.

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Collins College

Arizona

Collins College is committed to the technical training, development, and preparation necessary for graduates to succeed. Students learn through hands-on training, using the techniques and tools of professionals.

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Harrington College of Design

Illinois

Harrington College of Design was founded almost 70 years ago to offer career education and development to students in the field of design. The College makes every effort to give its students a learning environment that is progressive and focused on personal development.

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Hesser College

New Hampshire

Since 1900 Hesser College has been offering high-quality, affordable, career-focused educational programs. Classes in the continuing education program are offered during the day, evening, or on the weekend.

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International Academy of Design and Technology (IADT)

FloridaIllinoisMichiganNevadaTennesseeWashington

At the International Academy of Design and Technology, students can earn a degree in as little as 18 months. Classes are taught by instructors who have real-world professional experience, and who give students the inside knowledge they need to have a successful career in today's job market.

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Kaplan College

California

Founded over 65 years ago, Kaplan College offers career-oriented education taught by dedicated faculty whose goal is to help students succeed. Kaplan College's curriculum is practical, hands-on, and designed to help students secure the job they want.

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Louisville Technical Institute

Kentucky

The Louisville Technical Institute (LTI) was founded in 1961. It is a school of over 600 students located in Louisville, Kentucky's largest city.

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New England Institute of Technology (NEIT)

Rhode Island

The mission of New England Institute of Technology is to provide specialized associate’s and bachelor’s degree programs which prepare students for careers in technology.

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Robert Morris College

Illinois

Robert Morris College (RMC) is a school of over 5,500 students with campuses throughout Illinois. The school was recently recognized in 2005 by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Specialty Colleges in America.

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Southwest Florida College

Florida

Southwest Florida College offers students the skills they need in order to be in demand in the today's highly competitive workplace. SFC caters to students who either want training for a new career or training that will help them advance in their current career.

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The Art Institutes

The Art Institutes system of schools is a leading educator of students in the creative and applied arts, including design, media, fashion, and culinary programs.

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Westwood College

CaliforniaColoradoGeorgiaIllinoisVirginia

At Westwood College students can earn their degree in as little as 17 months. The school also offers tuition-free graduate retraining and has placed graduates in companies like Lockheed-Martin and IBM.

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Academy of Art University

Online (study from anywhere)

Academy of Art University offers degrees, online awards of completion, and individual classes online for aspiring artists and designers. The Academy offers a content-rich, highly focused curriculum that takes full advantage of the power of the Internet to foster communication, learning, and skill acquisition.

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Penn Foster Global

Online (study from anywhere)

Prepare for a new career in today’s most in-demand fields at Penn Foster Global International. Choose from over 80 quality distance education programs that are affordable, self-paced and career-focused. Study online, in print, or in combination—whichever method best suits your schedule and learning style. Program categories offered include Health Services, Business, Legal Studies, Technology, Trade, Education, Engineering, Automotive, Creative/Design, and High School.

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Penn Foster Schools

Online (study from anywhere)

With over 13 million students enrolled since 1890, Penn Foster Schools is one of the world's largest and most respected distance learning education institutions. Penn Foster Schools allows students to earn their online degrees on their own time, in their own home, and at their own pace.

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The Art Institute Of Pittsburgh Online Division

At The Art Institute of Pittsburgh -- Online Division, students can graduate to a future in art and design - and do it all completely online. The programs are tailor-made for people from various backgrounds who have a passion in art and design.

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Westwood College Online

Online (study from anywhere)

Westwood College Online allows students to attend fully online degree programs through its Denver North campus. They offer a proven approach to postsecondary education that can help students achieve their personal and career goals.

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