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  • Degrees:  Interior Design Degree (S1301)
  • Interior Design - Kitchen and Bath Design Degree (S1302)
  • Certificates: Interior Design Level 1 (B0303)
  • Interior Design Level 2 (T0304)                                           
  • Certificates: Interior Design Level 3 (T0305)
  • Interior Design Kitchen and Bath Specialization (T0306)
  • Download a Certificate Application Form      
  • Do I qualify for Interior Design Certificates?                    
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The Interior Design Career Program at Mt. SAC offers these two Associate degrees:
  • Interior Design Degree (S1301)
  • Interior Design - Kitchen and Bath Design Degree (S1302)
and these four certificates:
  • Interior Design Level 1 (B0303)
  • Interior Design Level 2 (T0304)
  • Interior Design Level 3 (T0305)
  • Interior Design Kitchen and Bath Specialization (T0306)
Click on any of the tabbed degree or certificate links above to find out the requirements for each.
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Interior Design Degree (S1301)

The Interior Design A.S. degree provides students with an excellent foundation for a successful career in interior design.  Students will obtain the skill sets necessary to obtain a variety of positions in the design field.  Students desiring a bachelor's degree should consult with a counselor, advisor or faculty member in the interior design program to discuss transfer options.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the degree requirements for:
Interior Design Degree (S1301)

To find out more about any of the courses, click on its course number below.

Requirements for the Major:
Required core courses:
  • ID 10 -- Introduction to Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 12 -- Interior Materials and Products (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 14 -- History of Furniture and Decorative Arts (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 20 -- Two Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 21 -- Three Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 22 -- Design Drawing for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 23 -- 2 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 25 -- Codes and Specifications for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 26 -- Space Planning for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 27 -- Rapid Visualization (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 29 -- Interior Design Studio 1 (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 31 -- Building Systems for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 32 -- Lighting Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 34 -- 3 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 36 -- Professional Practices for Interior Design (3.0 units)
    • --or--
  • ID 37 -- Business Practices for Interior Design (3.0 units)
  • ID 38 -- Internship in Interior Design (Variable Units 1-3) (2 units required)
  • ID 39 -- Interior Design Studio 2 (3.0 units) CSU
Total units = 50.0

Elective Courses:
  • AGOR 13 -- Landscape Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • AGOR 15 -- Interior Landscaping (3.0 units) CSU
  • ARCH 23 -- Architectural Presentations (3.0 units) CSU
  • ARTG 20 -- Art, Artists and Society
  • BUSA 72 -- Bookkeeping - Accounting (5.0 units)
  • ID 50 -- Interior Design Specialized Studio (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 52 -- Interior Design Laboratory Studies (3.0 units) CSU

Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the Interior Design Degree (S1301) will be able to:
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Kitchen and Bath Design Degree (S1302)

The Interior Design: Kitchen and Bath Design A.S. degree provides students with specialized skills in the area of Kitchen and Bath Design and is accredited by the
National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) . Students will strengthen career perspectives and develop work to incorporate into a professional portfolio.  This certificate may aid in the student's search for an intermediate position as an assistant to a kitchen and bath designer.

Students completing this program and meeting the eligibility requirements will qualify to sit for the academic portion of the Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD) and Certified Bath Designer (CBD) upon graduation to earn the Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD) designation.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the degree requirements for:
Interior Design: Kitchen and Bath Design Degree (S1302) .

To find out more about any of the courses, click on its course number below.

Requirements for the Major:
Required courses:
  • ID 10 -- Introduction to Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 12 -- Interior Materials and Products (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 14 -- History of Furniture and Decorative Arts (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 20 -- Two Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 21 -- Three Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 22 -- Design Drawing for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 23 -- 2 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 25 -- Codes and Specifications for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 26 -- Space Planning for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 27 -- Rapid Visualization (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 29 -- Interior Design Studio 1 (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 31 -- Building Systems for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 32 -- Lighting Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 34 -- 3 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 36 -- Professional Practices for Interior Design (3.0 units)
    • --or--
  • ID 37 -- Business Practices for Interior Design (3.0 units)
  • ID 38 -- Internship in Interior Design (Variable Units 1-3) (2 units required)
  • ID 39 -- Interior Design Studio 2 (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 40 -- Kitchen and Bath Studio 1 (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 41 -- Kitchen and Bath Studio 2 (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 48 -- Internship in Kitchen and Bath (1 unit)
Total units = 58.0

Recommended Electives:
  • ARCH 23 -- Architectural Presentations (3.0 units) CSU
  • BUSA 72 -- Bookkeeping - Accounting (5.0 units)
  • BUSM 66 -- Small Business Management (3.0 units)
  • BUSS 50 -- Retail Store Management and Merchandising (3.0 units)
  • ID 50 -- Interior Design Specialized Studio (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 52 -- Independent Studies in Interior Design (Variable units 1-3) CSU

Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the Kitchen and Bath Design Degree (S1302) will be able to:
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Interior Design - Level 1 Certificate  (B0303)


Interior Design: Level I Certificate is designed to prepare students with a broad overview and solid foundation in the area of interior design and related fields. This certificate may lead to new opportunities and provide students with the groundwork upon which to build a career.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the certificate requirements for:
Interior Design - Level 1 Certificate (B0303)

To find out more about any of the courses, click on its course number below.

Requirements for the Certificate
  Required Courses:
  • ID 10 -- Introduction to Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 12 -- Interior Materials and Products (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 14 -- History of Furniture and Decorative Arts (3.0 units) CSU
Total units = 9.0

Certificate Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the Interior Design - Level 1 Certificate (B0303) will be able to:
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Interior Design - Level 2 Certificate  (T0304)


The Interior Design: Level 2 Certificate builds upon the Level 1 coursework to provide students with intermediate skills that will lead to a career in interior design.   There is a focus on design process including drawing and presentations skills, model-making, sketching, computer applications, the planning of space and studio design.   Students will prepare professional portfolios to strengthen career perspectives.

This certificate may aid in the student's search for an entry-level position as an assistant to a designer, library coordinator, or sales personnel for interior design products.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the certificate requirements for:
Interior Design - Level 2 Certificate (T0304)

To find out more about any of the courses, click on its course number below.

Requirements for the Certificate
Successful completion of Interior Design: Level 1 and course work as follows:
  • ID 10 -- Introduction to Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 12 -- Interior Materials and Products (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 14 -- History of Furniture and Decorative Arts (3.0 units) CSU

Required courses for Level 2 as follows:
  • ID 20 -- Two Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 21 -- Three Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 22 -- Design Drawing for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 23 -- 2 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 25 -- Codes and Specifications for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 26 -- Space Planning for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 27 -- Rapid Visualization (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 29 -- Interior Design Studio 1 (3.0 units) CSU
Total units = 33.0

Elective Courses:
  • ID 50 -- Interior Design Specialized Studio (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 52 -- Independent Studies in Interior Design (Variable units 1-3) CSU

Certificate Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the Interior Design - Level 2 Certificate (T0304) will be able to:
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Interior Design - Level 3 Certificate  (T0305)


The Interior Design: Level 3 Certificate builds upon the Level 2 coursework to provide students with advanced skills that will enhance their Interior Design careers.  There is a focus on building systems, lighting, advanced computer applications, business practices and studio design.   Students will prepare professional portfolios to strengthen career perspectives.  

This certificate may aid in the student's search for an intermediate position as an assistant to a designer, library coordinator, or a specialization in the field of interior design.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the certificate requirements for:
Interior Design - Level 3 Certificate (T0305)

To find out more about any of the courses, click on its course number below.

Requirements for the Certificate
Successful completion of Interior Design: Level 1 course work as follows:
  • ID 10 -- Introduction to Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 12 -- Interior Materials and Products (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 14 -- History of Furniture and Decorative Arts (3.0 units) CSU

Successful completion of Interior Design: Level 2 course work as follows:
  • ID 20 -- Two Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 21 -- Three Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 22 -- Design Drawing for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 23 -- 2 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 25 -- Codes and Specifications for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 26 -- Space Planning for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 27 -- Rapid Visualization (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 29 -- Interior Design Studio 1 (3.0 units) CSU

Required courses for Level 3 as follows:
  • ID 31 -- Building Systems for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 32 -- Lighting Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 34 -- 3 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 36 -- Professional Practices for Interior Design (3.0 units)
    • --or--
  • ID 37 -- Business Practices for Interior Design (3.0 units)
  • ID 38 -- Internship in Interior Design (Variable Units 1-3) (2 units required)
  • ID 39 -- Interior Design Studio 2 (3.0 units) CSU
Total units = 50.0

Elective Courses:
  • ID 50 -- Interior Design Specialized Studio (3.0 units) CSU
  • ID 52 -- Independent Studies in Interior Design (Variable Units 1-3) CSU

Certificate Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the Interior Design - Level 3 Certificate (T0305) will be able to:
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Interior Design Kitchen and Bath Specialization Certificate  (T0306)


The Kitchen and Bath Specialization coursework builds upon the Level 3 Certificate to provide students with specialized skills in the area of Kitchen and Bath Design and is accredited by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) .  Students will strengthen career perspectives and develop work to incorporate into a professional portfolio.  This certificate may aid in the student's search for an intermediate position as an assistant to a Kitchen and Bath Designer.

Students completing this certificate and meeting the eligibility requirements will quality to sit for the academic portion of the Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD) and Certified Bath Designed (CBD) upon graduation to earn the Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD) designation.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the certificate requirements for:
Interior Design Kitchen and Bath Specialization Certificate (T0306)

To find out more about any of the courses, click on its course number below.

Requirements for the Certificate
Successful completion of Interior Design: Level 1 course work as follows:
    • ID 10 -- Introduction to Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 12 -- Interior Materials and Products (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 14 -- History of Furniture and Decorative Arts (3.0 units) CSU

    Successful completion of Interior Design: Level 2 course work as follows:
    • ID 20 -- Two Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 21 -- Three Dimensional Color and Design Theory (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 22 -- Design Drawing for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 23 -- 2 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 25 -- Codes and Specifications for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 26 -- Space Planning for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 27 -- Rapid Visualization (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 29 -- Interior Design Studio 1 (3.0 units) CSU

    Successful completion of Interior Design: Level 3 course work as follows:
    • ID 31 -- Building Systems for Interior Design (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 32 -- Lighting Design (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 34 -- 3 Dimensional Computer Aided Design (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 36 -- Professional Practices for Interior Design (3.0 units)
      • --or--
    • ID 37 -- Business Practices for Interior Design (3.0 units)
    • ID 38 -- Internship in Interior Design (Variable Units 1-3) (2 units required)
    • ID 39 -- Interior Design Studio 2 (3.0 units) CSU

    Required courses for Kitchen and Bath Specialization:
    • ID 40 -- Kitchen and Bath Studio 1 (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 41 -- Kitchen and Bath Studio 2 (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 48 -- Internship in Kitchen and Bath (Variable Units 1-3) (2 units required)
    Total units = 58.0

    Elective Courses:
    • ID 50 -- Interior Design Specialized Studio (3.0 units) CSU
    • ID 52 -- Independent Studies in Interior Design (Variable units 1-3) CSU

Certificate Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the Interior Design Kitchen and Bath Specialization Certificate (T0306) will be able to:
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Mt. SAC Certificate Application Form

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Do you Qualify for Certificates in Interior Design?

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