Certificates

Certificates are offered for individual courses, for specialized tracks, for completion of design projects at each level of the curriculum, and for completion of the entire curriculum (Foundation, Levels I-IV, Capstone). Certificates are automatically awarded for Program completion and at the successful completion of each of the Project levels. Course certificates and specialized Track certificates are offered upon request; students must pass an exam in order to receive certification.

Because the PABD curriculum is developed and taught by practicing professionals–and not by  academics–our certificates meet or exceed industry standards and are designed to prepare students for professional exams and other nationally recognized credentials, such as AutoCAD, Revit, LEED, CAPS, and more.

Program Certificate:

  • Interior Design
  • Architecture (coming in 2023)
  • Construction (coming in 2023)
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Project Certificates:

  • Level I (small residential project)
  • Level II (small commercial project)
  • Level III (large residential project)
  • Level IV (large commercial project)
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Track Certificates:

  • Individual Software (Revit | AutoCAD | SketchUp)
  • Digital Technologies (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, VR, 3D Printing)
  • Lighting Design
  • Sustainable Design
  • Evidence-Based Design (Human-Centered, Universal, XP/XI)
  • Interior Finishes (Color, Materials, Finishes, Textiles)
  • Project Management
  • Construction Documentation
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Course Certificates:

  • Color Theory
  • Textiles
  • Materials & Finishes
  • Building Systems & Codes
  • Human-Centered Design
  • Universal Design
  • Kitchen & Bath Design
  • Historic Preservation
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Certifications

Certificates are offered for individual courses, specialized tracks, for completion of Design Projects, or for completion of the entire curriculum (in lieu of an academic degree). Certificates are automatically awarded for program completion and at the successful completion of each level (Design Projects). Course certificates and specialized Track certification are offered upon request; students must pass an exam in order to be issued a certificate.

Because the PABD curriculum is developed and taught by practicing professionals–and not by  academics–our certificates meet or exceed industry standards and are designed to prepare students for professional exams and other nationally recognized credentials, such as AutoCAD, Revit, LEED, CAPS, and more.

Program Certificates:

  • Interior Design
  • Architecture (coming in 2023)
  • Construction (coming in 2023)

Project Certificates:

  • Level I (small residential project)
  • Level II (small commercial project)
  • Level III (large residential project)
  • Level IV  (large commercial project

Track Certificates:

  • Individual Software (Revit | AutoCAD | SketchUp)
  • Digital Technologies (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, VR, 3D Printing)
  • Lighting Design
  • Sustainable Design
  • Evidence-Based Design (Human-Centered, Universal, XP/XI)
  • Interior Finishes (Color, Materials, Finishes, Textiles)
  • Project Management
  • Construction Documentation

Course Certificates:

  • Color Theory
  • Textiles
  • Materials & Finishes
  • Building Systems & Codes
  • Human-Centered Design
  • Universal Design
  • Kitchen & Bath Design
  • Historic Preservation