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  • Featured Course

    More Than a Space, Experience Retail Interiors
    Includes Credits

    Enhance your retail design process with more efficient workflows

    Enhance your retail design process with more efficient workflows. 


    Continuing Education Approvals
    • 1 IDCEC CEU | CC-121951 (Your CEU will be reported to IDCEC on your behalf by the course provider.)
    • 1 AIA LU | ExpRetail_OD (AIA Members: Your completion will be reported by the course provider if you enter your AIA Member number when prompted at the end of the course. Contact education@asid.org if you have questions.)

    Description

    Designing a brand experience and keeping pace with cutting-edge retail solutions can pose challenges. The industry is constantly changing, demanding your attention to craft distinctive experiences for your customers.

    In today’s competitive landscape, speed, creativity, and adaptability are essential for success in the retail interior design industry. Join Kesoon Chance, senior industry specialist — interior architecture, for a webinar that will touch on key retail design workflows that help you increase the efficiency of your design process.



    Content Provider
    Vectorworks


    The content in this course has been provided solely by an outside resource and has not been created or developed by ASID Education Services.



    What You Will Learn
    • Identify strategies for maintaining brand consistency across all projects using templates, graphic standards, and shared resources.
    • Evaluate and finetune design concepts using various tools and viewpoints to improve customer experience and increase return on investment.
    • Explore how project data analysis during the design stages can offer valuable insights, aiding in making well-informed design choices.
    • Review present workflows and identify the most effective methods for implementing changes to enhance design efficiency to the maximum extent.

    Note: By registering for this product, you agree to share your contact information (name and email) with the course provider. 

    Opt-out of sharing your information.

    Access Period: Six months after registration. Course will be available to complete through September 2025.

    Kesoon Chance

    Senior Industry Specialist - Interior Architecture

    Vectorworks

    Kesoon Chance brings over ten years of experience in the design industry to her role as a senior industry specialist for interior architecture at Vectorworks. Kesoon provides training and consultancy to customers, helping them optimise their workflow and project structure. Her guidance and support enable designers to streamline their processes and achieve greater efficiency in their work. Additionally, she works closely with educational institutions and associations, staying on top of the latest trends and developments to ensure Vectorworks users have the most up-to-date knowledge and skills. Kesoon’s true passion lies in empowering customers to step out of their comfort zone and try new things to improve the quality of their projects. Kesoon holds a degree in Interior Architecture and Design from Hertfordshire University. 

    IDCEC Approved


    This CEU is registered with the International Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) for continuing education credits. This credit will be accepted by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), International Interior Designers Association (IIDA) and Interior Designers of Canada (IDC).

    The content included is not deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by IDCEC of any material or construction or any method or manner of handling, using distributing or dealing in any material or product.

    Questions related to specific materials, methods and services should be directed to the instructor and provider of the CEU (Vectorworks).
    This program is registered for 1 CEU value | HSW-Sustainability. The IDCEC class-code is: CC-121951.

    Attendees who do not belong to ASID, IIDA or IDC and do not have a unique IDCEC number will be provided with a Certificate of Completion after this CEU.

  • Featured Course

    Enhancing Sustainability Through Materials & BIM
    Includes Credits

    Learn how to better identify and reduce a design’s carbon footprint using Building Information Modeling (BIM)

    Learn how to better identify and reduce a design’s carbon footprint using Building Information Modeling (BIM). 


    Continuing Education Approvals
    • 1 IDCEC CEU | HSW-Sustainability | CC-120614 (Your CEU will be reported to IDCEC on your behalf by the course provider.)
    • 1 AIA LU | HSW | EnhanceSus_OD (AIA Members: Your completion will be reported by the course provider if you enter your AIA Member number when prompted at the end of the course. Contact education@asid.org if you have questions.)

    Description

    We live in a world of limited resources, and the AEC industry not only has a large impact on the use of those resources, but also the overall health of our planet. As designers, it is important to consider the impact of the project not only on the environment, but also on the health of its occupants.
     
    In this course, we’ll discuss how to better identify and reduce a design’s carbon footprint using Building Information Modeling (BIM). Specifying high-quality, sustainable materials for interiors can not only lead to longer product life cycles and better energy management, but also benefit the overall health of the occupant by limiting the use of toxic substances and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). We’ll demonstrate how BIM gives the designer more control over a building’s level of sustainability – such as generating embodied carbon calculations – and gives the designer more opportunities to enhance the aesthetics and occupant comfort by using a systems approach.


    Content Provider
    Vectorworks


    The content in this course has been provided solely by an outside resource and has not been created or developed by ASID Education Services.


    What You Will Learn
    • List the seven core principles of sustainable construction. 
    • Explain how high-quality materials lead to the health, safety, and welfare of occupants, a reduction of embodied carbon, and less waste. 
    • Describe how materials and BIM software provide a systems approach that leads to more efficient buildings. 
    • Recognize how high-quality materials and design can lead to cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint without sacrificing aesthetics or occupant comfort.

    Note: By registering for this product, you agree to share your contact information (name and email) with the course provider. 

    Opt-out of sharing your information.

    Access Period: Six months after registration. Course will be available to complete through September 2025.

    Sarah Barrett Walker

    Senior Architect Product Specialist

    Vectorworks, Inc.

    Sarah Barrett Walker brings more than a decade of experience as an architect and graphic designer, as well as professional expertise in the field of parametric modeling, to her role as a Senior Architect Product Specialist at Vectorworks, Inc. In addition to serving as an architectural expert and BIM specialist for the company, Sarah helps create best practices for Marionette, the integrated algorithmic modeling tool in Vectorworks software. She also leads webinars and workshops on a variety of industry topics and develops materials to help customers improve their workflows and design processes. Sarah has an M.Arch. from the University of Michigan and a B.A. in architectural studies from Brown University.

    IDCEC Approved


    This CEU is registered with the International Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) for continuing education credits. This credit will be accepted by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), International Interior Designers Association (IIDA) and Interior Designers of Canada (IDC).

    The content included is not deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by IDCEC of any material or construction or any method or manner of handling, using distributing or dealing in any material or product.

    Questions related to specific materials, methods and services should be directed to the instructor and provider of the CEU (Vectorworks).
    This program is registered for 1 CEU value | HSW-Sustainability. The IDCEC class-code is: CC-120614.

    Attendees who do not belong to ASID, IIDA or IDC and do not have a unique IDCEC number will be provided with a Certificate of Completion after this CEU.

  • NEW

    Part Two: Home + Design Applications
    Includes Credits

    Continue to explore universal design principles adapted for independent, co-living, and multi-generational homes.

    Continue to explore universal design principles adapted for independent, co-living, and multi-generational homes.


    Continuing Education Approvals
    • 1.5 IDCEC CEU | HSW-Barrier Free | CC-122389 (Your CEU will be reported to IDCEC on your behalf.)
    • 1.5 AIA LU | HSW | ASIDHOME+2 (AIA Members: Please contact education@asid.org to have your completion reported or add your AIA Member number to your ASID account profile.)

    Description

    As human lifespans extend, the cost of living continues to rise, and lifestyles become increasingly diverse, there is increased pressure on maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle inside the home. This presents a compelling opportunity to proactively integrate universal design principles into everyday living, starting with the primary place of residence for people who are growing older

    Designers can employ adaptable accessibility features in the early stages of home development and construction to create barrier-free living environments that are capable of accommodating changing needs over time. In this intermediate Part 2 course, we will delve into case studies featuring individuals with wide-ranging needs and living situations. We will illustrate the significant benefits of adaptive design and planning techniques, building on the foundation of the baseline and universal design personas introduced in Part 1. Additional case studies will demonstrate how the appropriate integration of universal design principles in advance can help to ease lifestyle transitions, not only for people living in group settings, but also for those coping with sudden injuries and significant physical or mental changes. 

    Subject matter expertise provided by the ASID Universal Design Committee (formerly known as the Committee on Adaptive Living).


    What You Will Learn
    • Emphasize adaptive living as a fundamental aspect of residential design. 
    • Assess architectural plans to identify necessary design adjustments for adaptations. 
    • Cultivate skills and strategies for universal design. 
    • Perform task and activity analyses to determine adaptation requirements for design plans. 


    Related Course:


    Access Period: Six months after date of registration.

    Alison Faecher, ASID, NCIDQ, EDAC, LEED AP

    Principal, Interior Design

    SmithGroup

    Alison Faecher’s approach to design is based on a unique blend of creativity, empathy, and expertise.  An accomplished storyteller, Alison connects region and brand with key design elements, creating essential experiences.  Her depth of knowledge in Healthcare and Senior Living markets helps her to deliver infection prevention and wellness tactics to shape key decisions on projects.  As a relentless advocate for enhancing the human experience, Alison recognizes the key role environments play in our health and well-being. She employs this advocacy as chair of the ASID Universal Design Committee (formerly known as the Committee on Adaptive Living).

    Perrin Graham-Jackson, ASID Associate, NEWH

    Senior Project Designer

    West End Interiors

    Perrin Graham-Jackson is a Senior Project Designer at West End Interiors with over a decade of experience, specializing in Senior Living and Multi-Family sectors. She expertly manages projects from assessment to installation, incorporating problem-solving, innovation, storytelling, and visual artistry to create vibrant and functional environments. Committed to actualizing autonomy within public and private spaces, Perrin has been an active volunteer with ASID's Committee on Adaptive Living since 2020 and continues her efforts with the newly named Universal Design Committee. Her work on the committee has been instrumental in producing research for topical presentations and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to support design practitioners at every level of experience. 

    Ruju Jasani, ASID, IIDA, NCIDQ, SEED

    Founder

    Jasani Studio

    Jasani is the founder of Jasani Studio, a San Francisco-based creative practice using interior and architectural design to connect place and people. Jasani brings more than two decades of global design and implementation expertise across sector and scale. Her projects in the US, India, and Mexico have earned awards from design:retail, VMSD and IIDA. She currently serves on the ASID National Board of Directors as director at-large, and previously served as co-chair of the ASID Committee on Adaptive Living (now known as the Universal Design Committee). She is a writer and a speaker with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture from the Academy of Art University and a bachelor’s degree in English from University of Mumbai. 

  • Home +: Designing Adaptive Homes for Care, Comfort, and Changeability | Part 1: Beginning Concepts
    Includes Credits

    Integrate universal design principles into everyday living to accommodate changing needs over time.

    Integrate universal design principles into everyday living to accommodate changing needs over time.


    Continuing Education Approvals
    • 1 IDCEC CEU | HSW-Barrier Free | CC-121775 (Your CEU will be reported to IDCEC on your behalf.)
    • 1 AIA LU | HSW | ASIDHOME+ (AIA Members: Please contact education@asid.org to have your completion reported or add your AIA Member number to your ASID account profile.)


    Description

    As human lifespans extend, the cost of living continues to rise, and lifestyles become increasingly diverse, there is a compelling opportunity to proactively integrate universal design principles into everyday living. By incorporating accessibility features into the early stages of home construction, we can create barrier-free living environments that accommodate changing needs over time. In this lesson, we'll explore the benefits of incorporating universal design into residential projects. Participants will learn how to advocate for and integrate baseline accessibility features into home construction, promoting longevity and cost-effectiveness. By embedding universal design principles into the planning phase, we can prevent costly renovations or relocations, ensuring homes remain accessible and inclusive for all.

    Subject matter expertise provided by the ASID Universal Design Committee (formerly known as the Committee on Adaptive Living).


    What You Will Learn
    • Discuss aging population demographics and lifestyle impact
    • Evaluate design recommendations for aging in place and compare with ADA guidance.
    • Analyze and review baseline universal design concepts and their application in residential design.
    • Identify steps on the abilities roadmap and employ the healthy living checklist in design projects.

    Related Course


    Access Period: Six months after date of registration.

    Alison Faecher, ASID, NCIDQ, EDAC, LEED AP

    Principal, Interior Design

    SmithGroup

    Alison Faecher’s approach to design is based on a unique blend of creativity, empathy, and expertise.  An accomplished storyteller, Alison connects region and brand with key design elements, creating essential experiences.  Her depth of knowledge in Healthcare and Senior Living markets helps her to deliver infection prevention and wellness tactics to shape key decisions on projects.  As a relentless advocate for enhancing the human experience, Alison recognizes the key role environments play in our health and well-being. She employs this advocacy as chair of the ASID Universal Design Committee (formerly known as the Committee on Adaptive Living).

    Perrin Graham-Jackson, ASID Associate, NEWH

    Senior Project Designer

    West End Interiors

    Perrin Graham-Jackson is a Senior Project Designer at West End Interiors with over a decade of experience, specializing in Senior Living and Multi-Family sectors. She expertly manages projects from assessment to installation, incorporating problem-solving, innovation, storytelling, and visual artistry to create vibrant and functional environments. Committed to actualizing autonomy within public and private spaces, Perrin has been an active volunteer with ASID's Committee on Adaptive Living since 2020 and continues her efforts with the newly named Universal Design Committee. Her work on the committee has been instrumental in producing research for topical presentations and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to support design practitioners at every level of experience. 

    Ruju Jasani, ASID, IIDA, NCIDQ, SEED

    Founder

    Jasani Studio

    Jasani is the founder of Jasani Studio, a San Francisco-based creative practice using interior and architectural design to connect place and people. Jasani brings more than two decades of global design and implementation expertise across sector and scale. Her projects in the US, India, and Mexico have earned awards from design:retail, VMSD and IIDA. She currently serves on the ASID National Board of Directors as director at-large, and previously served as co-chair of the ASID Committee on Adaptive Living (now known as the Universal Design Committee). She is a writer and a speaker with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture from the Academy of Art University and a bachelor’s degree in English from University of Mumbai. 

  • GATHER Catalyst 2024 Virtual Conference Package

    Experience the quality education sessions offered at GATHER Catalyst from Denver, Colorado this year.

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    Were you unable to join us in Denver? Or did you miss a CEU session you wanted to attend while you were there? We’ve got you covered! Experience the quality education sessions offered at GATHER Catalyst from Denver, Colorado this year. This 6-course package will enable you to earn up to 7.5 CEUs, over half of your ASID CEU Member requirement for 2024-25, available for one affordable package price. 

    Courses included: 

    • Authenticity and Ethics in the AI-Driven Branding Era | 1 IDCEC CEU
      • Learn how to harness AI technology to elevate your processes and build your brand.
    • Climate, Building Resiliency, & Human Health: How Extreme Weather Impacts Interior Design Materials | 1.5 IDCEC CEU – HSW | 1.5 AIA LU - HSW
      • Adapt in response to extreme weather events to create healthier interior spaces.
    • 5 Secrets to Be Who You Came to Be | 1 IDCEC CEU
      • Learn 5 game-changing leadership secrets for interior designers.
    • Transforming Design with AI: From Bias to Balanced Creativity in Healthy Interior & Architectural Design | 1.5 IDCEC CEU | 1.5 AIA LU
      • Incorporate AI in your design process to enhance creativity and provide new insights.
    • Trends Report in Action through the Lens of Industry Partners  | 1 IDCEC CEU
      • Learn how industry trends identified by ASID impact manufacturers' products and services.
    • Unlock Your Inner Influencer: A Leadership Workshop on Inspiration and Connection | 1.5 IDCEC CEU
      • Build your influence and grow as a connected leader.
    Click the Content tab for full details on the presentations and speakers.


    Access Period:

    This virtual conference package is only available for a limited time, You are able to register through December 20, 2024. You will have 60 days to complete your courses for credit, with access closing February 28, 2025.

  • 2024 ASID Trends Report: Top Trends in Interior Design
    Includes Credits

    Learn about trends impacting your design business and practice in the coming year.

    Learn about trends impacting your design business and practice in the coming year.


    Continuing Education Approvals
    • 1 IDCEC CEU | CC-120601 (Your CEU will be reported to IDCEC on your behalf)
    • 1 AIA LU | 2024ASIDTRENDS (AIA Members: Please contact education@asid.org to have your completion reported or add your AIA Member number to your ASID account profile.)

    Description

    Learn about the latest changes impacting interior design from ASID Research Fellow, Dr. Dawn Haynie, and leading designers as they discuss the impact of current trends in design. The discussion will focus on how emerging trends can be applied to your work, including the importance of health and wellness, AI technology in design, increased sustainability concerns from extreme weather events and climate change, and the rise in quiet luxury. Designers working in all practice areas and market sectors will benefit and gain insight into how these trends affect your business and practice in 2024 and beyond. The ASID 2024 Trends Outlook Report is sponsored by Sherwin-Williams.

    This is a recording of a live event which took place on January 18, 2024. 

    Additional course materials include the ASID Trends Outlook Preview: Top Trends for 2024, available as a PDF download.


    What You Will Learn
    • Describe how designers have impacted practice by supporting comfort, connection, and blurred lines for accommodation in many transformative ways.  
    • Identify key factors in which Gen Z has influenced our attitudes towards living, working and playing.  
    • Illustrate the custom approach of today’s workplaces to support hybrid work arrangements, maximize team efficiencies, and create an optimal balance of collaboration and focus space needs. 
    • Analyze how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the design industry. 


    Access Period: One year after date of registration.

    Alejandra M. Dunphy, ASID, LEED AP, RID GA

    Founder & Creative Director

    A+D Studio

    Alejandra Martinez Dunphy is the founder and design director of A+D Studio, an Atlanta based interior design studio that specializes in residential and commercial interiors. A+D Studio portfolio consists of projects throughout the Southeast and internationally. Alejandra is a licensed interior designer with the state of Georgia, and a LEED accredited professional with over 20 years of design expertise. Prior to founding her studio, Alejandra worked for leading architectural and interior design firms where she worked on hospitality, Workplace, K-12 Education, Higher Education and Government projects. She is passionate about design, sustainability, and education. In addition to managing her projects, she has been teaching Interior Design at her alma mater, SCAD (Savannah College of Art & Design), in Atlanta for over 7 years. Alejandra has been recognized with several design awards, including the ASID Georgia Chapter 2021 Design Excellence Award for Office Design, and 2022 Design Excellence Award for Restaurant Design and Office Design categories; 2022 SEDY Southeast Designers and Architect of the Year finalist, Contract Category. Alejandra’s work has been published in several magazines, such as, Atlanta Homes, Simply Buckhead, Modern Luxury Interiors, Coastal Living, Interior Design, Jezebel Magazine, Dwell and The Atlanta Journal Constitution. She has been interviewed by the Weather Channel and CNN.

    Holley Henderson, ASID Affiliate, LEED Fellow, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador

    Director of Strategic Partnerships and Education

    Chemical Insights Research Institute of UL Research Institutes

    Holley Henderson is the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Education for Chemical Insights Research Institute of UL Research Institutes.  Her background includes interior design, sustainability consulting, and providing education for the built environment community.  A frequent speaker on sustainable design issues, she has presented for many groups including Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, IFMA World Workplaces, NeoCon, Greenguard Summit, Hospitality & Design (HD) Conference, CBRE World Conference, the International Convention Center Conference, as well as numerous professional associations, academic institutions, and corporate audiences. Holley is the author of the book, “Becoming a Green Building Professional”. 

    Tyrone Marshall, AIA, NOMA, LEED AP BD+C, Assoc. ASHRAE

    Senior Research Lead in Regenerative Design

    Perkins&Will

    Tyrone is a designer and innovative thinker with two decades of experience. A seasoned architectural researcher and computational designer, he serves as a Steering Committee Member for AREA Research. At Perkins&Will, he guides project teams with informed decisions central to architectural performance, planning, and innovative processes. His expertise encompasses daylight, natural ventilation, energy, life-cycle costs, carbon emissions, and the significance of community-centered design. He holds a Master of Science in Architecture focusing on High-Performance Buildings from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, and a Bachelor of Architecture from the College of Arts, San Francisco, California.

    Monique Koslowski

    Junior Interior Designer

    Kit Castaldo Design

    Monique Koslowski graduated from Georgia State University with a bachelor’s degree in interior design. Since graduating, she has worked for Kit Castaldo Design as a Junior Interior Designer, contributing to several Atlanta Homes & Lifestyle Showhouses and assisting with the design of several residential projects throughout the country. Monique believes that beautiful interiors can transform daily life and she strives to create one-of-a-kind spaces that are not only beautiful, but multifunctional.  

    S. Dawn Haynie, Ph.D., ASID Educator, Assoc. AIA, CNU Advocate (Moderator)

    Research Fellow

    American Society of Interior Designers

    Dr. Dawn Haynie offers a distinctive, interdisciplinary approach to design. She has extensive experience as a researcher, practitioner, and educator across the disciplines of urban design, architecture, interiors, and graphic design. Her work combines research-based strategies with the lessons learned though her years of professional practice to enhance the spatial experience. As the Research Fellow for the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), she is managing the internal and external research on the interior design industry. She is also an adjunct professor at Georgia State University, sharing her interdisciplinary approach with students. Dr. Haynie has a Ph.D. in Architecture, Culture, & Behavior from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Architecture from Auburn University. Her research has been published and presented internationally, and she was recently recognized by ULI Atlanta in their inaugural 2020 class of The Leaders.

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    This CEU is registered with the International Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) for continuing education credits. This credit will be accepted by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), International Interior Designers Association (IIDA) and Interior Designers of Canada (IDC).

    The content included is not deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by IDCEC of any material or construction or any method or manner of handling, using distributing or dealing in any material or product.

    Questions related to specific materials, methods and services should be directed to the instructor and provider of the CEU.

    This program is registered for 1 CEU value. The IDCEC class-code is: CC-120601.

    Attendees who do not belong to ASID, IIDA or IDC and do not have a unique IDCEC number will be provided with a Certificate of Completion after this CEU.

  • ASID Self-Reporting CEU Submission

    ASID Education has established the self-reporting CEU approval process for ASID members to submit information about courses taken to determine eligibility towards meeting the member CEU requirement.

    ASID Education has established the self-reporting CEU approval process for ASID members to submit information about courses taken to determine eligibility towards meeting the member CEU requirement. 

    There is a $25 processing fee charged per course to review your submission(s). 
    Review the complete guidelines carefully before proceeding: 

    STOP! Do not submit the form if your course is already approved by any of the following organizations. You may self-report to IDCEC without prior approval. 

    More information under “ASID Approved Continuing Education Units” 


    GO! Use this self-reporting CEU submission form when either of the following apply: 
    • Course taken at an accredited college or university 
    • Course offered or approved by any other provider not listed above 

    What we don’t accept 

    ASID follows the IDCEC guidelines to determine CEU eligibility. The following types of activities are typically not approved by ASID Education: 

    • Sales presentations by manufacturers/vendors  
    • Proprietary product-oriented material and promotion of products or services, including factory tours. Any courses from manufacturers must be generic and not specific to their product line. 
    • Credentialing exam preparation courses such as those for NCIDQ, LEED or WELL. 
    • Trips or tours to places of interest, except for educational lectures provided at museums or other cultural institutions which are led by qualified instructors and directly relate to design. Self-guided tours are not accepted. 

    Note: You cannot receive credit again for a course you completed previously. 


    To submit
    • There is a $25 processing fee charged per course to review your submission(s). This fee is non-refundable regardless of whether your CEU is approved or declined. 
    • Click on the Register button in the top right to pay the $25 processing fee. You will then have access to the form, along with instructions on how to submit. 
    • If submitting multiple CEUs for approval, we will follow up with your for additional payment information.

    Email education@asid.org with questions about the process. 

  • Restaging – Creating Resilient Spaces
    Includes Credits

    Build your personal and professional resilience to succeed in your design business.

    Build your personal and professional resilience to succeed in your design business.


    Continuing Education Approval
    • 3 IDCEC CEUs | CC-118720 (Your CEUs will be reported to IDCEC on your behalf)
    • To receive continuing education credits:
      • Watch all the videos and complete the assignments and activities in each module.
      • Pass the final quiz at the completion of all six modules (scoring at least 80%).


    Supported by
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    Description

    For designers who take pride in bringing meaningful experiences to their clients and pull out all the stops to fulfill their vision, the pandemic created frequent issues with materials, supply chains, product availability, staffing, and other deliverables. These challenges permeate our professional lives but do not have to overwhelm us. To thrive in the midst of change and adapt to new modes within the industry, professionals must increase flexibility and their skills in resilience. Cultivating resilient behavior helps buffer against adversity so that we can continue to be our best selves in our personal and professional lives.


    What you will learn
    • Describe the characteristics of resilience as it relates to all aspects of life. 
    • Identify the role of tools such as breathing, mindfulness, journaling, and mindfulness-based movement (Pilates) as resources for building resilience. 
    • Implement resilience-based practices to integrate in daily interactions with clients, vendors, and colleagues, as well as for personal growth.
    • Review and consult public resources to help further cultivate resiliency skills. 


    Format
    • Each weekly module includes instructional videos about 15 minutes in length along with about 15 minutes of readings, podcasts, or videos to provide background information, and journaling or other activity. Have a notebook handy to use as a journal when prompted. You will progress through the content in sequential order.
    • At the completion of each week’s lesson, you will upload your completed activity as an assignment. You must complete each week’s assignment to receive continuing education credits (CEUs).
    • We recommend that you complete one module each week for a total of six weeks in chronological sequence.


    Modules

    • WEEK 1: Mindfulness to Reduce Stress 
      • We will describe characteristics of resilience, identify tools for cultivating resilience, implement resilience-based practices, and discover resources for further support. Your primary resilience tool is mindfulness.  
    • WEEK 2: How to Cope with Toxic Personalities | Resilience Skill: Forgiveness
      • At some point in your design career, you’ve probably had a client who rubs you the wrong way. Maybe they seem to enjoy being difficult, or they’re self-absorbed, rude, indecisive, or all of the above. The bottom line is that working with this client increases your stress. You don’t want to engage in the project, but you have to get it done. How can you approach this client and project with resilience? We’ll explore strategies to manage the situation to your benefit so you can succeed.
    • WEEK 3: Building Self-Confidence | Resilience Skill: Facing Fears 
      • In this week’s session we focus on building self-confidence and the benefit of facing your fears to achieve personal growth. We’ll discuss the value of committing to self-discovery to develop your authentic professional self, and how to reframe weaknesses as opportunities.
    • WEEK 4: How to Navigate Unpredictable Events | Resilience Skill: Regulating Emotion 
      • We must all deal with the unpredictability of “upstream” factors outside of our control, such as supply chain delays, weather events, or sudden staff shortages. Becoming pre-occupied with the constant fear of failure creates anxiety. Build your flexibility and adaptability for when plans go awry so you don’t become frozen in place.  
    • WEEK 5: Creating Self-Care Practice | Resilience Skill: Establishing Routine and Preparation 
      • When our workload increases, we tend to sacrifice downtime. Pressing deadlines increase stress and heighten our stress response, creating an energy vacuum. Disruptions are unavoidable but the faster you can reestablish equilibrium, the easier it is to regain emotional control. Routine self-care buffers against the sense of losing control. 
    • WEEK 6: Utilizing Social Support | Resilience Skill: Building Social Connections to Reduce Isolation 
      • When we feel overwhelmed, retreating can provide some respite, but feeling isolated can increase anxiety. Finding connection with peers produces feelings of acceptance, helping you to reduce the burden of “going it alone” by providing an outlet for expression and strengthening our resolve. Learn how to overcome a common barrier to making new social connections: not enough time.  


    Access period: One year from registration date.

    Amie Miller

    Health & Wellness Consultant

    Amie Miller is a wellness consultant and Pilates teacher with over 20 years’ experience. She has worked in the private and nonprofit sectors with clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds. She is an M.S. candidate in health and wellness management at the University of Wisconsin. Amie received Pilates training from a second-generation classical Pilates Master teacher, and holistic lifestyle coaching with the C.H.E.K. Institute in Los Angeles, CA. She has had broad leadership experience as an administrator, program coordinator, department manager, event planner, and teacher trainer. Amie’s program design is rooted in evidence-based wellness practices and customized to the needs of her clients.  

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    This CEU is registered with the International Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) for continuing education credits. This credit will be accepted by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), International Interior Designers Association (IIDA) and Interior Designers of Canada (IDC).

    The content included is not deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by IDCEC of any material or construction or any method or manner of handling, using distributing or dealing in any material or product.

    Questions related to specific materials, methods and services should be directed to the instructor and provider of the CEU.

    This program is registered for 3 CEUs value. The IDCEC class-code is: CC-118720.

    Attendees who do not belong to ASID, IIDA or IDC and do not have a unique IDCEC number will be provided with a Certificate of Completion after this CEU.

  • Home+ Universal Design Bundle
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    Register for 2.5 CEUs in one click: Home+ Part 1: Beginning Concepts and Part 2: Design Applications

    Register for 2.5 CEUs in one click: Home+ Part 1: Beginning Concepts and Part 2: Design Applications

    Earn a total of 2.5 CEUs with this course bundle covering a critical topic, residential universal design. Learn beginning concepts for adaptive living design in Part 1, and continue your learning with the intermediate-level Part 2, covering practical design applications for multiple client types and living situations. 

    Bundle includes:

  • Interior Design Professional Ethics Bundle

    Register for 2.5 CEUs in one click: Ethics for Today's Interior Designers and Managing & Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

    Register for 2.5 CEUs in one click: Ethics for Today's Interior Designers and Managing & Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

    Earn a total of 2.5 CEUs with this course bundle outlining appropriate workplace behaviors tailored specifically to the interior design profession. Reinforce your own knowledge and that of your staff, and use as an onboarding tool to ensure your new hires are clear on ethical, appropriate behavior. 

    Bundle includes: