Ignite your design potential with learning opportunities to help advance the knowledge and careers of design professionals
We support your growth
Continuing education and research have been a core commitment at IIDA since we were founded. IIDA provides learning opportunities to help advance the knowledge and careers of design professionals through mentorship, specialized courses that are not available elsewhere, and events that help foster peer to peer relationships.
IIDA Professional and Associate members are required to complete and report 10 hours of continuing education each compliance period. The current compliance period for Professional and Associate members is January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2025.
For additional information, please contact Lindsay Grab, VP of Professional Development: lindsay.grab@iidamichigan.org
Continuing Education Resources
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IIDA Academy
A one stop shop for CEUs approved by the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC). Learn more about the compliance period and download resources here.
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AEC Daily
View 1,000s of pre-recorded or live learning events that have been approved by the IDCEC.
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COLLECTIVE D(ESIGN)
Webinar series from IIDA that provide resources, information, and inspiration to the design community.
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usg e-university
Discover USG’s complete online library of continuing education, industry trends and product training courses.
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IDCEC EVENT CALENDAR
The course or conference search will enable a customized search of scheduled courses and seminars that suit your education needs.
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Architecture + Design Master Continuing Education
Gives architects and design practitioners the opportunity to earn free continuing education units (CEUs) through online articles and webinars.
Industry
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Each year, IIDA Michigan offers NCIDQ study support to those preparing for the exam. Support may include study groups, discounted pricing for Qpractice, or study guides, and the offerings vary annually. If you're seeking information on the NCIDQ, please reach out to us via email.
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AAHID: American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers
ASID: American Society of Interior Designers
CIDA: Council for Interior Design Accreditation
CIDQ: Council for Interior Design Qualification
IDCEC: Interior Design Continuing Education Council
IDEC: Interior Design Educators Council
IIDA: International Interior Design Association
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CAD: Computer-Aided Design
FF&E: Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment
HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act
FSC: Forest Stewardship Council
LEED: Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
DFA: Design for All
BIM: Building Information Modeling
ASID: American Society of Interior Designers
NCIDQ Exam: National Council for Interior Design Qualification
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