Interior Design

Scott Community College
 
Program Description 
The field of Interior Design is a profession with parameters defined by such organizations as ASID, AIA, and IIDA. The Scott Community College Interior Design Program seeks to educate individuals to become professionals both in skills and in attitude.

Interior Designers plan, design, and furnish interiors of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. They formulate design that is practical, aesthetic and conducive to intended purposes, such as raising productivity, selling merchandise or improving life style. The program combines theory with hands-on experience that replicates the practices of professionals in the field. 
 
Award Options
Associate in Applied Science Degree 
 
Job Outlook
Average annual job openings for Interior Design are expected to be 1250, in the years 2000 to 2010, which is a 17% growth rate. Consumers continue to become more aware of the importance of the Interior Design Specialist. 
 
Earnings
Interior Design Specialists with an Associate in Applied Science degree may earn an average salary of $22,000 to $35,000. Hourly wages in Iowa average $15.20 and $19.50 in Illinois for interior design specialists. The amount of money a graduate can expect to earn will also depend on his or her past work experience. Earning potential is greatly influenced by commissions on sales and production. Scott Community College Interior Design graduates have a 75-80% placement rate and make an average annual salary of $18,655. 
 
Companies that have hired SCC Interior Design graduates

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