Saddleback College offers an interdisciplinary Interior Design curriculum providing multi-level, accredited courses that prepare students with the competencies required to enter the Interior Design profession. The Associate in Science Degree will be awarded after completion of Level III.
Interiors Merchandising - Level I
The Interiors Merchandising level provides the student with a short-term certificate program leading to employment in merchandising or sales.
Interior Design Assistant - Level II
The Interior Design Assistant level meets the educational standards that can lead to minimum preparation for design certification and employment as a Design Assistant.
Interior Design Professional - Level III
The Interior Design Professional level meets the educational standards leading to employment and certification as a professional Interior Designer.
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Employment Opportunities:
Interior Design Assistant in Residential/Commercial Design
Historic Preservation Specialist
Manufacturer’s Sales Representative
Interiors Merchandiser
Model Home Designer
Color or Lighting Specialist
Computer-Aided Design Specialist
Design Journalist
Kitchen & Bath Designer
Professional Interior Designer
View our certificates in the College Catalog under Certificates and Degrees - Interior Design
or our Spring 2017 Class Schedule
For more information, please contact our staff below.
Alinde Bittner Herron  Department Co-Chair Interior Design Instructor (949) 582-4935 |
Lori Hoolihan Department Co-Chair (949) 582-4598 |
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