Career Cluster: Architecture & Construction
Career Pathway:
Interior Design
Interior Designers create visually appealing and functional spaces by combining their artistic flair with a deep understanding of architecture, color theory, and furnishings. They collaborate with clients to understand their preferences and needs, translating these into cohesive designs that enhance the aesthetics and functionality of indoor environments. Interior designers often work with architects, contractors, and other professionals to bring their creative visions to life, transforming spaces into inviting and harmonious settings.
Potential Course Sequence
*ICCSD Graduation Requirements
Subject Area | Grade 9 | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 | Credits |
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Career Pathway Electives | Exploratory Art |
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Elective credits |
*English | English 9 | English 10/10H | Language Arts | Language Arts | 4 years, 60 credits |
*Math | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry. | |||||
*Social Studies | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History. | |||||
*Science | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology. | |||||
CTE Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
Fine Arts Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
World Languages Electives | Level 1 or Level 2 | Level 2 or Level 3 | Level 3, Level 4, or AP |
Level 4, Level 5, or AP |
Elective credits |
*Physical Education | Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
4 years, 20 credits |
*Health | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | 1 trimester, 5 credits |
View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions
Career-Related Electives
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Entrepreneurship
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Introduction to FCS
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Marketing and Sales
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Personal Finance
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Introduction to Business
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World Languages
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Introduction to ACE
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Textiles and Design
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Housing & Interior Design
*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.
Career-Related Activities
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Art Club
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District Art Show
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Family Career and Community Leaders of America, student-led CTSO
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Technical Theater
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Maker’s Studio
Internship Experiences
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Kirkwood Career Caravan
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Internship Experience 1, 2 and 3 in a related field
College Admission Requirements
See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.
Potential College Programs
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Studio Art
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Interior Design
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Fashion
Future
Careers
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Interior designer
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Stage designer
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Fashion/apparel designer or illustrator
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Interior designer
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Home furnishing coordinator
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Textile designer or chemist
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Costume designer
Community Partnerships
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Watts Group Realty
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Urban Acres Real Estate
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Luxe Interiors
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Colbert Designs
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DWELL Home Furnishings & Interior Design
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UI School of Art & History