How to get an interior design license

Requirements and qualifications can vary depending on your state and specific location, so you should reach out to local government bodies or industry associations to find out the specific requirements you need for this process. This hinges on where exactly you want to practice with your interior design license.

• Meet the necessary educational requirements

Certain states or locations may require you to meet specific education requirements before you can apply for your interior design license in the state in which you want to practice as a licensed interior designer. You might need to obtain a bachelor's degree in this area, or simply take some interior design-based classes

• Gain professional experience

Some states also might require you to gain a certain amount of professional experience in this field before you can apply for this license. The amount of experience required can vary, so you should contact your local government or a local industry-related association to find out the specific amount of experience you are going to need.

• Pass an interior design exam

To gain an interior design license you must pass a test that examines your knowledge and skills related to interior design practices and principles. This might be a computer-based or written test, depending on the specific administrator.

• Apply for the interior design license

Once you have met all of the above requirements, you can then apply for your interior design license. You can take this step by reaching out to the appropriate licensing agency in your state or local area.