Interior Lighting Design Course Online

This course includes

30 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Access to class recordings (30 days)
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution

This course provides a foundational understanding of lighting design principles and the technical standards governing residential and commercial lighting systems. Students will explore core concepts of lighting theory while gaining practical skills to design solutions that are both functional and visually appealing. Through hands-on projects, learners will develop the ability to integrate aesthetic considerations with regulatory requirements, preparing them to create effective lighting designs for diverse environments.

From understanding how light shapes human experience to selecting luminaires and developing lighting plans, students will build a well-rounded skill set rooted in both theory and application. The course culminates in a final lighting design project that challenges students to bring together everything they've learned into a cohesive, professional deliverable.

Full Tuition

$579
Due before the class starts

This course includes

30 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Access to class recordings (30 days)
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution

Why Learn at VDCI?

Hands-on training

Work on projects proven to boost retention

Time-tested curriculum

Refined over many years for an optimal learning experience

This training will definitely help my career. I was able to show my supervisor and co-workers what the software programs have to offer and what I'm capable of when the time comes for creating that construction design team in the future. I was able to provide documentation to my employer that the money spent was well worth it. The training I received at VDCI will become an asset moving forward.
—Donahue Chase

Learn from AEC industry experts

Experienced educators who are driven to help you succeed

Receive support from course instructors

Get help when you need it

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24/7 access to our premium course videos and projects.
Industry experts are assigned as your course instructor. Message your instructor with any questions.
Participate in VDCI online discussion forums — share ideas and receive additional support.
Hands-on quizzes and mini projects to test and reinforce concepts.

Expert Instructors

Our instructors are industry experts and experienced educators, driven to help you succeed.

Rebecca Lockwood

Instructor

Rachel Knudson

Instructor

Richard Hess

Instructor

Earn a Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!

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Interior Lighting Design Course Online (Coming Soon) Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Apply foundational lighting techniques to a range of residential and commercial design scenarios
Identify and evaluate the technical considerations that inform practical lighting decisions
Recognize the relationship between lighting choices, user experience, and the surrounding environment
Articulate how lighting functions as a key component of an overall design aesthetic
Integrate lighting solutions into broader design projects for both functional and visual impact
Communicate effectively with clients, architects, and installers about lighting decisions and design intent
Develop lighting plans that balance daylighting strategies, electric light sources, and control systems
Produce a comprehensive lighting design project that reflects professional standards and industry conventions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the target audience for this course?

This course is designed for interior design students and budding professionals who have completed introductory coursework and are ready to develop a more specialized understanding of lighting principles, technical standards, and design application.

Is this course open to beginners?

Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

This course does not qualify for payment plans or student financing. See our Payment Options FAQ to find related programs that qualify.

How long do I have access to the course materials?

This course is available for 30 days.
You can choose when to start your access period. Once you activate, you will have 30 days to complete it (access the course materials, quizzes, projects and videos). You may request one extension of seven (7) days. Other extension requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Videos are not downloadable.

What is the cancellation and refund policy for this single course?

For this course, you are entitled to a 90% refund (your payment less the nonrefundable 10% registration fee) within 30 days of purchase if you have not accessed the course materials.

What’s included with my tuition?

A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed
Expert support with answers to your questions from real instructors throughout your learning journey
Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many years and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
30-day access to class recordings to review material at your own pace
A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment
The confidence of learning at an accredited institution

Are there any additional fees or expenses?

There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.

However, you may need to obtain required software. We’ll help you get set up with a free trial of paid software prior to the class. Most of our coding classes utilize freely-available open-source software. For most of our design and motion graphics courses, we will help you get set up with a free trial of Adobe Creative Cloud. If you attend the course in-person, we will have a computer already set up for you with all of the required software for no additional cost.

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

We don’t currently offer discounts as we do our best to affordably prices our courses.

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	10% non-refundable deposit
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