Abstract
Continuing education in interior design has had a relatively short history. Professional organizations are still in the formative stages of developing their continuing education or professional development programs. Since AIA has had a longer involvement with continuing education for architects their successful program provides useful insights for interior design.
When developing individual programs one concern is with identifying appropriate topics. Programs are currently being designed and developed by several sources. Program quality controls include following CCEU guidelines, providing financial compensation and initiating a review process. Successful program implementation needs to address problems of participation, promotion and economic considerations as well as alternate modes of program delivery.
Collaborative continuing education efforts among interior design organizations is seen as an efficient and effective means to establish a clearinghouse of resources; to provide a basis for experimental programs; to initiate team efforts in developing, reviewing and sponsoring programs in the future; and to develop a tradition for life–long–learning.
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