Academy

Understanding the value of continuing education and research has been the mainstay of IIDA since its inception. Educated practitioners make informed, safe, and creative decisions that affect us all. Educational programs serve as a creative outlet to promote awareness regarding pertinent issues within the practice of interior design.
IIDA accepts all Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) approved courses. AIA/CES and USG/GBCI approved courses may be self-reported and will count towards the IIDA compliance requirement.
IIDA offers the opportunity to earn CEUs through events, webinars, and publications. You can also get CEUs through programs and events hosted by your local IIDA Chapter.
Questions about earning CEU's or the compliance period? Visit Academy FAQ: CEUs and Continuing Education
Learn more about earning CEU's
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Collective Design S6, Ep.1: How to Design Sustainably Now
In the first episode of the 2025 season, we convene a panel of experts and sustainability leaders to discuss topics like circularity and reuse, and to share best practices, next practices, opportunity spotting, and key strategies to boost sustainable practice now and lay the groundwork for a more sustainable future. This episode is sponsored by Interface.
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Biophilic Design: 14 Patterns for the Built Environment
This webinar discusses the science of biophilia and biophilic design and how it can promote health-conscious built environments and furniture to meet the functional, aesthetic, and technological and experiential needs of a diverse clientele.
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Consortium for Interior Design Advocacy Idaho
This program discusses the importance of Interior Design Legislation as well as Idaho’s current status in the legislative process.
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Collective Design Special Series: The State of EDI Part 3
In this Collective Design special series, sponsored by Tarkett, IIDA convenes design leaders for a discussion on ideas that will help cultivate greater diversity in the design industry. We examine how to create new and strengthen existing pathways for more diversity in design, starting with efforts that empower young designers.
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Collective Design Special Series: The State of EDI Part 2
In this Collective Design special series, sponsored by Tarkett, IIDA convenes design leaders to examine the current state of design for diverse populations of all types, designing inclusive spaces, and refining actionable strategies around EDI for the design industry.
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Collective Design Special Series: The State of EDI Part 1
In this Collective Design special series, sponsored by Tarkett, IIDA convenes design leaders for a discussion on designing for sustainability through the lens of diversity and community. We look at different approaches to community-based sustainability practice and the ways in which design can help foster equitable communities.
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Chapter Leadership Academy: The Power of Podcasting
Are you ready to elevate your chapter's outreach and professional development through the power of podcasting? Have you considered starting your own professional podcast to advance your career? Join IIDA as we dive into the world of podcasting, a dynamic and engaging medium for connecting with your community and advancing your career.
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Collective Design S5, Ep.4: Tapping Into Next Gen Design Wisdom
In the fourth episode of the 2024 season, we convene emerging designers for a discussion around how they see design’s future evolving; what their priorities are; how they are cultivating career success; how they communicate with clients, manufacturers, and firm principals as young leaders.
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Collective Design S5, Ep.3: The Future of Experience
In the third episode of the 2024 season, we convene for our once-a-year live episode for IIDA Day at NeoCon. We talk with design experts and thought leaders who approach the hot topic of experiential design from a range of angles, from high-end hospitality design to neuroscience to future forecasting.
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Get CEUs Through the Interior Design Continuing Education Council
Visit IDCEC Course Search and select distance learning as your search option. Other IDCEC approved providers include MillerKnoll, Interiors and Sources, AEC Daily, and RedVector.
Attend
Some events provide CEUs for attendees. See our Events page for a list of national, industry, and other chapter events.