Accreditation
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Open Distance Learning Quality Council
The Interior Design Academy of Ireland has earned accreditation from the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council (ODLQC). Independently established in co-operation with the Secretary of State for Education for the public benefit in 1969, the ODLQC promotes lifelong learning and raises industry standards for distance education. It awards accreditation only when the activities of a particular college meet its stringent standards.
Conducted by independent experts, the accreditation process rigorously assesses whether a college's administration, tutorial support, educational materials and publicity meet ODLQC standards. The council continues to monitor accredited colleges to ensure that they fully serve the needs of their students. Re-accreditation assessments are conducted at intervals not exceeding three years.
Issued with the authority of the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council.
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British Institute of Interior Design
Students of The Interior Design Academy of Ireland are eligible to apply for Student Membership of the BIID and can apply for Junior Association membership upon successful completion of the Diploma Course. After obtaining suitable experience, they may then apply for full Associate membership.
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The Interiors Association
Interior Design Academy of Ireland students are eligible to apply for Student Membership of the BIID. Upon successful completion of the Diploma Course they may apply for Junior Associate membership. Full Associate membership can be applied for after a period of suitable experience.
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Institute of Designers in Ireland
Students of our programme are eligible to apply for Student Membership of The Institute of Designers in Ireland.
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Certified Interior Decorators International
CID International was formed to recognise trained Interior Decorators who offer professional consultancy services but limit their activities to the services normally provided by Interior Decorators. Students of the Interior Design Academy of Ireland are eligible for Associate (Student) membership of CID International and they may progress to Professional membership when they graduate from the Diploma course.
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The International Interior Design Association
Students of the Interior Design Academy of Ireland are eligible to join the IIDA as Student Members, which qualifies them for entry to trade shows and provides discounts on products. Student Members become Associate Members when they graduate and must take the NCIDQ or equivalent exam to become full professional members of the IIDA.