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To protect the health, life safety and welfare of the public by establishing standards of competence in the practice of interior design. |
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Welcome to our December edition of the QLetter. Thank you for continuing to support NCIDQ and its mission of public protection.
We have some important information for you. Read on to learn more about our latest news and updates, including our newest section of the QLetter: Fact or Fiction? Debunking common myths.
We hope you enjoy and Happy Holidays from NCIDQ! |
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NCIDQ News
NCIDQ Announces Change to Multiple-Choice Exams in 2010
NCIDQ has completed its survey of practicing interior designers and will
modify the content of its two multiple-choice examinations beginning in 2010
based on the results. The change will require those who have not previously
passed both current multiple-choice sections to complete both in 2009 or retest.
"Every five years, NCIDQ undertakes a rigorous process called a
"practice analysis" to ensure that the examination tests what interior
designers do in the course of their daily practice," says Jeff Kenney,
NCIDQ Executive Director. "This ensures that the examination remains
relevant and is testing those aspects of interior design that affect
the public health, safety and welfare."
After the practice analysis five years ago, NCIDQ made only minor
modifications, but the results of this latest survey require NCIDQ to
make significant changes to the two multiple-choice test
specifications. There will still be two multiple-choice sections of the
NCIDQ Examination. The content of these examinations will be organized
differently. Section 1 will cover codes, building systems, construction
standards and contract administration. Section 2 will cover design
application, project coordination and professional practice.
The change to the multiple-choice sections will require those candidates who have not previously passed both
the current Section I (Principles of Interior Design) and Section II
(Construction Documents and Administration) to pass both of these
sections by the end of 2009 or retake each of the new sections in order
to receive the NCIDQ Certificate and/or qualify for state licensure or
provincial registration.
NCIDQ is planning to update its study materials to reflect the new test
specification for the 2010 exams and will have those available in
mid-2009. NCIDQ will continue to update its Web site at www.ncidq.org with up-to-date information regarding the new examination.
For more information on this topic, click here. |
Fact or Fiction?
Debunking common myths
We want to ensure that interior designers have the truth about NCIDQ and its programs, especially when misinformation can affect so many people in the industry. Therefore, we are introducing this new segment to the monthly QLetter. Watch for new topics in future QLetters!
December's Myth: NCIDQ requires a CIDA-accredited degree for admission to the Examination.
Fact or Fiction?
Fiction: NCIDQ has five educational routes to qualify for the Examination. Route 1 includes a degree accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA). The other routes do not include a CIDA requirement. NCIDQ endorses the education students receive in CIDA-accredited programs but does not require a CIDA-accredited education to qualify for admission to the Exam.
Some of the regulatory boards in the United States and Canada do require a degree from a CIDA-accredited interior design program. For interior designers who practice in those states and provinces, holding the NCIDQ Certificate without a CIDA-accredited degree is not sufficient. There is often confusion as to which rules govern. NCIDQ only sets the rules for the Certificate we issue. Each state's and province's legislature sets the requirements for licensure in their jurisdiction. In order to practice as a licensed professional in a regulated jurisdiction, you must meet that state's or province's requirements.
There are currently 168 programs accredited by CIDA at the bachelor's or master's level. For more information on CIDA, please visit www.accredit-id.org.
Have a common NCIDQ myth you'd like dispelled? E-mail us at news@ncidq.org! |
Tracking your CE Transcripts
As an active Certificate holder, you have 24/7 access to NCIDQ's CE Transcript database. This database hosts all of your continuing education transcripts in one convenient place. This benefit allows you to store and view your transcripts at anytime.
How to View your CE Transcript
Retrieving your CE transcript is easy! Follow these steps:
- Log onto the NCIDQ Web site at www.ncidq.org.
- Click on the View CE Transcript located within the gray bar on the left side of the home page.
- You will be prompted to provide your NCIDQ Certificate number. Enter your six-digit Certificate number (please include the leading zero(s) preceding your number to equal a six-digit number; e.g. 001234).
- Click "continue" to view and print your transcript.
How to Add a Course to your CE Transcript
Once you have completed your course, you can add it to your transcript in the NCIDQ CE Registry by following these steps: - Ensure your course is IDCEC approved.
- To obtain approval, submit your course to an IDCEC membership organization for your IDCEC course number. ASID, IIDA, IDC and IDEC are members of IDCEC.
- Your course provider may submit your approved course to NCIDQ; we suggest you ask for a copy of your Course Completion Certificate for your reference.
- Download and complete the NCIDQ CE Registry Participant Form.
- Mail or fax your completed form, along with the $12 course fee to NCIDQ. View NCIDQ's contact information here.
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NCIDQ has the Perfect Gift for the Holidays!
 Looking for a gift that gives this holiday season? Look no farther!
NCIDQ's continuing education monographs are the perfect gifts for fellow interior designers. Why not give a gift that keeps on giving! The monographs are a convenient way to earn continuing education credits for state boards, provincial associations or organization membership requirements. Simply read the book when it's most convenient and take the quiz afterward. There's no need to travel or be away from the office! Return the quiz to NCIDQ for credit. All NCIDQ monographs have been approved by IDCEC and are worth .6 CEUs (6 hours).
If you are a member of a professional interior design organization, these monographs will help you fulfill any continuing education requirements. Plus we will add this course to your CE Registry for free!
As an NCIDQ Certificate holder you also get 10% off any monograph, as well as access to free CE Transcripts online.
NCIDQ has monographs on the following topics:
- Ethical Decision-Making for Designers
- Structures in Interior Design
- Creating Sustainable Interiors
- Culturally Sensitive Design for Long-Term Care Facilities
- ADA Guidelines
To order any monographs, you can purchase them online here. |
Support NCIDQ this Holiday Season
NCIDQ teams up with Amazon
 For the past three years, NCIDQ has joined efforts with Amazon.com in support of the interior design profession. Did you know you can support NCIDQ when you shop for holiday gifts on Amazon? Every time you purchase gifts through Amazon using our Amazon link, NCIDQ receives a few coins for each dollar you spend. Now holiday giving can go a lot farther, as your gifts help support our continued mission of public protection! Click here to shop Amazon.com using our special link, or click on the Amazon image on the NCIDQ homepage. It's a great way to shop and support NCIDQ's work! |
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Sincerely,
NCIDQ
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