Academic Catalog

Certificate: Basic Interior Design

Do you enjoy dabbling in interior design and have an interest in learning more? If you would like to gain introductory knowledge in the field of interior design, then our Certificate in Basic Interior Design is for you! The curriculum emphasizes the fundamental skills and knowledge of interior design, architecture, and the visual and decorative arts. Introductory courses focus on drawing and design concepts, thereby building a foundation-level understanding of the technical and aesthetic principles essential to comprehending space planning, color, drafting, and materials and finishes. The certificate can be combined with any degree program at FHSU. A portfolio is not required for admission.

Required Courses
ART 241Architectural Drafting3
ART 314Color3
ART 341Residential Interiors3
Total Hours9

If you are interested in adding a Certificate in Basic Interior Design, please visit https://fhsu.edu/art-and- design/academic-programs/index for more information.

This is an FHSU advisory certificate. Advisory certificates are typically 9-15 hours of coursework.  The certificates are designed by FHSU faculty to provide students a guide to choosing courses that introduce and develop a subject knowledge and/or skills.  These certificates may be used to select a focus within a major, to develop additional knowledge and skills to complement a major, or to pursuing a topic of interest with open elective hours.  

Courses taken as part of an advisory certificate are listed on the student's transcript, however the advisory certificate is not listed on the transcript. Many FHSU departments provide a completion certificate that students may use to show they completed the advised coursework, and talk about what it added to their degree.  Non-degree students may complete the classes outlined in an advisory certificate and receive a completion certificate if offered by the department, however they are not enrolled in a degree plan or eligible for student aid.