CIDA-accredited programs assure the public that interior design education prepares students to be responsible, well-informed, skilled professionals who make beautiful, safe, and comfortable spaces that also respect the earth and its resources.
If you would like to receive the Application for Accreditation or Request for Site Visit Dates forms or the electronic templates for completing the Program Analysis Report or Curriculum Matrix, please e-mail the CIDA office.
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Policy & Procedures
The following PDF documents serve as a comprehensive reference to all matters relating to CIDA and the accreditation process. Major topics include:
I. Council for Interior Design Accreditation
II. Professional Standards
III. Guidance for Self Study
IV. Applying for Accreditation
V. Program Analysis Report
VI. Site Visit
VII. Accreditation *Effective June 2012: Accreditation
VIII. Maintaining Accredited Status
IX. Fees
X. Standards Essays
XI. CIDA in 2011
If you would like to receive the Application for Accreditation or Request for Site Visit Dates forms or the electronic templates for completing the Program Analysis Report or Curriculum Matrix, please e-mail the CIDA office.
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