Interior Design (AAS)
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Overview
The interior design program provides hands-on skills and a visual design sense necessary for professional work in the interior design industry. Students graduate with a presentation portfolio to move immediately into an interior design career. This program prepares students in the business skills of interior design such as the use of computers and business writing. Graduates from this rigorous program have a reputation for excellence in the design industry.
Students completing this degree will have the option to complete a further 8 credits of study to meet the educational requirements to take the NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) Exam in the future. They will also have the option to take the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Associate Exam.
Career Opportunities
Positions are available in architectural and interior design firms for entry-level interior designers. In time, students may decide to open their own design firm. Fine furniture stores have openings for designers. Students may also choose to work as sales representatives for one of the design-related industries. Whichever direction students pursue, they can be assured of an exciting and creative career.
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Professional Licensure
In general, most states, including Utah, do not require a license to work in this field. However, individuals who are licensed often have additional benefits, such as being able to stamp and permit their own drawings. Some states may have additional licensure requirements. It is recommended that you contact the appropriate licensing entity in the state in which you plan to practice in order to seek information and guidance regarding licensure requirements. For information about professional licensure, see State Authorization and Professional Licensing | Ensign College. The table below indicates whether this program meets, does not meet, or has not been determined to meet the educational requirements for licensure in each state and U.S. territory.
State / Territory | Abbrev. | Determination | Date Reviewed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Alabama | AL | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Alaska | AK | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Arizona | AZ | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Arkansas | AR | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
California | CA | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Colorado | CO | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Connecticut | CT | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Delaware | DE | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Florida | FL | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Georgia | GA | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Hawaii | HI | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Idaho | ID | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Illinois | IL | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Indiana | IN | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Iowa | IA | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Kansas | KS | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Kentucky | KY | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Louisiana | LA | Does not meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Maine | ME | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Maryland | MD | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Massachusetts | MA | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Michigan | MI | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Minnesota | MN | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Mississippi | MS | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Missouri | MO | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Montana | MT | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Nebraska | NE | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Nevada | NV | Does not meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
New Hampshire | NH | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
New Jersey | NJ | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
New Mexico | NM | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
New York | NY | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
North Carolina | NC | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
North Dakota | ND | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Ohio | OH | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Oklahoma | OK | Does not meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Oregon | OR | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Pennsylvania | PA | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Rhode Island | RI | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
South Carolina | SC | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
South Dakota | SD | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Tennessee | TN | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Texas | TX | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Utah | UT | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Vermont | VT | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Virginia | VA | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Washington | WA | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
West Virginia | WV | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Wisconsin | WI | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Wyoming | WY | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
District of Columbia | DC | Does not meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Puerto Rico | PR | Does not meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Guam | GU | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
U.S. Virgin Islands | VI | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
American Samoa | AS | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 | |
Northern Mariana Islands | MP | Does meet requirements | 03/01/2026 |