PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT

Understanding the value of continuing education and research has been the mainstay of IIDA since its inception. Educated practitioners make informed, safe, and creative decisions which affect us all.

Educational programs serve as a creative outlet to promote awareness regarding pertinent issues within the practice of Interior Design.

Shape The Future of Design

You Have the Power to Drive Pro Dev's New Direction!

Open Now | Closes August 5th, 2024

In just 5 minutes, you can influence and shape the future of our IIDA NPC Professional Development initiatives. Your feedback ensures that we meet the evolving needs of the interior design community.

Participate by August 5th, 2024, for a chance to win a $10 Amazon gift card.

Click here to take the Survey now.

Open to both IIDA members and non-members in Washington, Idaho, Alaska, Alberta, and British Columbia.

Teach

Learn

Share your knowledge and expertise with our local design community. If you are interested in course accreditation through IDCEC, IIDA Northern Pacific Chapter can help.

Continuing education opportunities come in a variety of formats. If you are in need of CEU credit, we can search our online CEU database to find a course that peeks your interest.

Engage with local students and young professionals to share your knowledge, passion, and time. Opportunities at local colleges and design events are available for those seeking to connect with the design professionals of our future.

Professional Development Events

Tue, Oct 29
Pro Dev Launch Event | Happy Hour
PEOPLE SPACE
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Oct 29, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
PEOPLE SPACE, 821 2nd Ave #400, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
Join us for a casual happy hour to launch our Design Forward Series! Design Forward is a series of workshops, CEUs, and happy hours geared toward professional development, community building, and exploring new design concepts. Participate in our virtual passport to win exciting raffle prizes!
Tue, Nov 19
Pro Dev | CEU | Designing for the Senses
PROJEX
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Nov 19, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PST
PROJEX , 621 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
The objective of the course is to provide an overview of how the human senses influence and impact the designed world around us.
Tue, Dec 03
Pro Dev | Navigating Uncertainty Workshop with Bryan Croeni
INSIDESOURCE
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Dec 03, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PST
INSIDESOURCE, 300 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to drive innovation and shape the future of design! Join us for a workshop with Bryan Croeni, Founder & Principal Consultant at Preferred Futures - LLC. With over 25 years of experience, Bryan will help you see change differently.

NCIDQ Virtual Study Program

The IIDA Northern Pacific Chapter offers virtual study sessions for each segment of the NCIDQ Exam, including the IDFX, IDPX, and Practicum. NCIDQ Certified Designers lead these sessions, which are structured to provide support through practice tests, curated study materials, and a wealth of additional resources. Our program is structured to help participants prepare for each exam section.

Don't miss this opportunity if you are preparing for the upcoming NCIDQ examination. Our virtual study program offers educational resources and the invaluable support of peers and mentors who understand the challenges you face.

2024 NCIDQ Tuition Reimbursement Award

If you have passed all three sections of the NCIDQ exam in the last two years, you may be eligible to apply for NCIDQ tuition reimbursement from the Northern Pacific Chapter. Please see the guidelines and application form for more information.

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Thank you to our 2024 NCIDQ Tuition Reimbursement sponsor

Facilitator Registration form here.

NCIDQ Study Sessions

CEUS

A CEU, a continuing education unit, is a measurement of contact hours and credit assigned to an approved course.

CEUs are awarded based on full-hour increments only.

Take advantage of your IIDA Membership and take on demand CEU's housed on the IIDA Academy site.

CEU's are offered throughout the entire year! Check our newsletter and calendar of events for upcoming CEU's near you.

IIDA Academy

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CEU Complience

AWARDS

EMERGING PROFESSIONAL AWARD
2024 Emerging Professional Award: SUBMISSIONS OPENED

FEB 5: ENTRY PERIOD OPENS
MAR 20: ENTRY PERIOD CLOSES
MAR 21 - APR 5: JUDGING
APR 10: WINNER ANNOUNCED
JUNE 10-12: NEOCON IN CHICAGO

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The Emerging Professional Award was established to honor junior leaders in the IIDA Northern Pacific
Chapter, which includes Alaska, Idaho, Washington, British Columbia, and Alberta. The award provides an opportunity for the recipient to attend NeoCon, the commercial Interior Design industry’s most important annual event - bringing together the right people, the best products, and the most innovative ideas.

Thank you to our 2024 sponsors MillerKnoll

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2023 Lifelong Learning Reimbursement Award: SUBMISSIONS CLOSED

If you have pursued post graduation/non-degree education or knowledge related to the interior design profession in the last two years, you may be eligible to apply for the Lifelong Learning Reimbursement Award from the Northern Pacific Chapter. Please see the guidelines and application form for more information.

NCIDQ study materials and exam fees are excluded from eligibility. Programs and events by IIDA are excluded from eligibility. Courses related to or required for obtaining a degree are excluded from eligibility.

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Thank you to our 2023 Lifelong Learning Reimbursement Award sponsor Mohawk Group!

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2023 Spencer de Mille Traveling Fellowship: SUBMISSIONS CLOSED

The Spencer de Mille Traveling Fellowship was established with funds contributed by the IIDA Northern Pacific Chapter Knowledge Advancement Fund in honor of past president, Spencer de Mille. The fellowship is intended to support foreign travel undertaken to research new and innovative practices related to the built environment that will further the recipient’s career goals and could have positive implications for the communities of the Pacific Northwest.

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Applications are accepted from individuals who have been a Member of the IIDA Northern Pacific Chapter for three (3) consecutive years or more.
Applicants can be of any IIDA membership category, so long as that membership remains in good standing.
If the proposed travel will be done through an established program (such as Habitat for Humanity or similar), the proposal must reflect applicant’s personal research objectives independent of the program objectives.

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