# Interior Design Professional Course Online 100% online with software, live support, and certification exam Canonical URL: ## Overview Transform your passion for interior design into a professional skill set with this comprehensive 390-hour training program built for both residential and commercial applications. You'll develop hands-on experience with the same tools used daily by working designers and firms, including Revit, Twinmotion, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign. From foundational design principles like color theory, space planning, and material selection to advanced technical workflows in BIM modeling, construction documentation, and real-time rendering, the curriculum is structured to build your skills progressively and purposefully. You'll learn to draft precise floor plans and elevations, create custom furniture and finish schedules, specify interior materials, and produce photorealistic visualizations with professional-quality lighting and detail. What sets this program apart is its emphasis on practical, portfolio-ready outcomes. Students don't just learn software, but instead apply it to real design projects that mirror the demands of professional practice. By the end of the program, you'll be able to communicate design ideas clearly through polished renderings, technical drawings, and presentation layouts crafted in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Through training videos, live instructor support, software access, a Revit Certified User Exam with retake, and one-on-one bonus training with an industry expert, this program gives aspiring and career-changing designers everything they need to enter the field with confidence and a competitive portfolio. ## What you'll learn - Core interior design principles, including color theory, space planning, material selection, and design fundamentals - How to draft precise floor plans, elevations, and layouts for residential and commercial spaces - Techniques for evaluating and specifying interior materials and finishes across a range of project types - How to build and document 3D interior models using industry-standard BIM workflows in Revit - Interior-focused Revit skills for furniture placement, finish schedules, and lighting documentation - Real-time rendering and photorealistic visualization for interiors using Twinmotion - Conceptual and detailed 3D modeling for interior design projects using SketchUp - Image editing and graphic presentation skills using Adobe Photoshop - Professional portfolio development and visual communication using Adobe InDesign - How to present and communicate design ideas clearly through polished drawings, renderings, and layouts ## Curriculum 1. **Intro to Revit Course Online** 2. **Intermediate Revit Course Online** 3. **Intro to SketchUp Course Online** 4. **Intermediate SketchUp Course Online** 5. **Adobe Photoshop Course Online** 6. **Intro to Interior Design Course Online** 7. **Revit for Interior Design Course Online** 8. **Intro to AutoCAD Course Online** 9. **Intermediate AutoCAD Course Online** 10. **Revit & Twinmotion Interior Rendering Course Online** 11. **AutoCAD for Interior Design Course Online** 12. **Color Theory for Interior Design Course Online** 13. **Visual Communication & Portfolio Design Course Online** 14. **Revit & Twinmotion Exterior Rendering Course Online** 15. **Interior Design Materials and Finishes Course Online** ## Instructors ### Rebecca Lockwood — Instructor Rebecca Lockwood earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the Michael Graves College at Kean University in New Jersey. She began her career working in residential interiors, where she developed a love for creating homes that reflect the people who live in them. That same dedication naturally grew into a desire to nurture learning and inspire future designers to tell their own stories through design. Today, Rebecca teaches an array of Interior Design courses at a local college in North Carolina and also works with high school students around the world as a remote art and design instructor. She is committed to making design approachable, inspiring students to gain confidence in their skills as they create meaningful interiors. Rebecca is also an Educator member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). Outside the classroom, she writes poetry, appreciating the parallels between poetry and interior design, from structure and rhythm to depth and storytelling. She enjoys spending time with her children and noticing the everyday moments that shape life and design. ### Richard Hess — Instructor Richard Hess is an accomplished designer with over 23 years’ expertise in architecture, interior, and furniture design. He obtained his Bachelor’s Degrees in Architecture and Interior Architecture from Auburn University before pursuing a Master of Architecture at NewSchool of Architecture & Design, where he graduated top of his class. Currently, Richard serves as the Director of Career Services at his alma mater, while teaching thesis and portfolio courses, equipping graduates for careers in the ever-evolving field of architecture and interior design. ### Derek McFarland — Instructor Over the course of the last 10 years of his architectural experience and training, Derek has developed a very strong set of skills and talents towards architecture, design and visualization. Derek grew up in an architectural family with his father owning his own practice in custom home design. Throughout the years, Derek has had the opportunity to work and be involved at his father's architecture office, dealing with clients, visiting job sites, and contributing in design and production works. Recently, Derek has built up an incredible resume of architecture experiences working at firms such as HOK in San Francisco, GENSLER in Los Angeles, and RNT, ALTEVERS Associates, HMC, and currently as the lead designer at FPBA in San Diego. Derek has specialized in the realm of architectural design and digital design. ### Michael Wilson — Instructor Michael is an Instructor for VDCI San Diego focusing on teaching and creating Revit courses to help students learn workflows through project based exercises that can be applied to real world projects. As a Licensed Architect in the State of California he has over 25 years of experience working on award winning commercial, municipal and industrial projects; creating spaces for some of the top pharmaceutical companies in the world, and enriching communities with projects like the El Cajon Animal Shelter, Mission Hills Library and El Centro Library. As an Autodesk Certified Platinum Revit Instructor he has helped train thousands of students over the past 15+ years within the San Diego AEC community and beyond. **Credentials:** - Autodesk Certified Instructor (ACI GOLD – 1 of 20 Awarded Globally) - Autodesk Certified AutoCAD Professional - Autodesk Certified Revit Professional - Revit ### Reid Johnson — Instructor Reid isn't just someone who knows CAD and BIM; he's a licensed architect and contractor who deeply integrates these technologies into every facet of his career. His hands-on experience as a practitioner building real-world projects provides him with an invaluable understanding of how BIM and CAD streamline workflows and enhance design. This practical foundation led him to Autodesk, where he shared his expertise, helping others effectively leverage these powerful tools. Throughout his professional journey, Reid also dedicates himself to education, consistently teaching university courses and shaping the next generation of design professionals by equipping them with essential CAD skills. His unique blend of practical experience, industry knowledge gained at Autodesk, and passion for teaching positions Reid as a true specialist in BIM and CAD technology, capable of bridging the gap between theory and real-world application. **Credentials:** - Autodesk Fusion Certified User - Autodesk Revit Certified Professional - Autodesk Certified Instructor - Licensed Architect - Licensed General Contractor ## Pricing **Tuition:** $2999 Payment options: pay-as-you-go installments.