Learn how to become and interior designer

For information on degrees, continuing education, and licensure programs in interior design and interior design research, contact:

• American Society of Interior Designers, 608 Massachusetts Ave. NE., Washington, DC 20002. Internet: http://www.asid.org

For a list of schools with accredited bachelor's degree programs in interior design, contact:

• Council for Interior Design Accreditation, 206 Granville Ave, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Internet: http://www.accredit-id.org

For general information about art and design and a list of accredited college-level programs, contact:

• National Association of Schools of Art and Design, 11250 Roger Bacon Dr., Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190. Internet: http://nasad.arts-accredit.org

For information on State licensing requirements and exams, and the Interior Design Experience Program, contact:

• National Council for Interior Design Qualification, 1602 L St. NW., Suite 200, Washington, DC 20036. Internet: http://www.ncidq.org

For information on careers, continuing education, and certification programs in the interior design specialty of residential kitchen and bath design, contact:

• National Kitchen and Bath Association, 687 Willow Grove St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Internet: http://www.nkba.org/student