Join IIDA for an informational webinar exploring the NCIDQ exam and certification. Learn how to include the NCIDQ exam in your career path and the benefits of certification - like expertise in understanding and applying current codes, career advancement, and increased compensation.

In this session, we’ll also cover the important changes launching for the 2026 exam cycle, so you’ll leave with clear guidance whether to take the exam now or later.

Topics discussed:

• Why NCIDQ matters
• How to incorporate NCIDQ certification in your career path
• Benefits of being NCIDQ certified
• Overview of eligibility, format and section requirements
• What’s changing in the NCIDQ exam in 2026 (new blueprint, renamed section, new question formats)
• Tips to prepare for the exam and plan your exam strategy

Moderated by:
Julianne J Peters, IIDA, Founder, Design Success Network

Speakers:
Kayla Karpp, Governance, Engagement and Meetings Manager, CIDQ
Marcia Sweigert, IIDA, Principal Interior Designer, Marcia Sweigert Interiors