Designers create visuals for clients, and to share information with other members of the design team. You’ll need to know how to select the right visual for the right use at the right time.
read more…The NCIDQ Interior Design Fundamentals Examination (IDFX)
The Interior Design Fundamentals Exam (IDFX) tests your knowledge of:
Building Systems
Construction Standards
Design Application
You’ll have three hours to complete the 125 question multiple-choice exam IDFX.
100 questions count towards your grade. 25 questions are considered pretest, or experimental questions and don’t count towards your score.
You can apply to take the IDFX once you meet CIDQ’s educational requirements, even before you complete your required work experience. Pass this exam to get started on your professional interior design career. This is an excellent opportunity to test what you covered in school while it is still fresh.
Pass the Interior Design Fundamentals Exam and add an achievement to your resume. Show that you're the type of job candidate that employers are looking for.
Follow the Qpractice Study Plan to thoroughly review the seven (7) NCIDQ content areas. This will not only help you pass the test, but also build proficiency in key skills you'll use on the job.
Here are some examples of the types of topics covered per content area on the Interior Design Fundamentals Exam:
Contract Documents for Success on the NCIDQ Exam
Interior designers need to communicate their ideas to their client and construction crew. Your knowledge of construction documents is key to your success not only as a designer but also passing the NCIDQ Exam.
read more…FF&E Specifications: The Tip of the Iceberg
FF&E is an extensive subject. Making the initial selections is just the tip of the iceberg. Selecting FF&E also involves a lot of technical and legal issues, such as flammability and code requirements.
read more…The backbone for Interior Design — building systems
Expanding your knowledge of construction and building systems is key to passing the NCIDQ Exam. It helps set you apart as a professional interior designer.
read more…Human Behavior and the Designed Environment
Interior design requires a deep knowledge of human behavior—physical, psychological, and cultural. The ability to understand and communicate with clients is very important. Designed spaces must support the individual lifestyle and functional needs of our clients.
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