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Residential Interior Design and Technology Diploma

Underneath all good interior design is a very strong sense of structure and function.

– Barbara Barry, acclaimed Interior Designer and Author

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Why Residential Interior Design and Technology at Sundance College?

Study online with the flexibility to fit your education around your life while preparing for a career in residential interior design. Sundance College’s Residential Interior Design and Technology (RIDT) Diploma program bridges creativity with technical expertise.

This 45-week online program equips you with the in-demand tools and skills in construction fundamentals, model-making, and 3D visualization to stand out in the industry. Mentored by practicing professionals, you will develop a professional portfolio and graduate ready for industry success.

Benefits

  • Student Aid Eligible
  • Interior Design-Experienced Instructors
  • NKBA Standards
  • Professional ePortfolio
  • Online Learning
  • Work Experience
  • Industry-Standard Residential Interior Design Tools
  • Laptop Program

Careers In Residential Interior Design and Technology

Your Residential Interior Design and Technology training prepares you for roles including:

Self-Employment Interior Design

Designer in Architecture and Interior Design Firms

Kitchen Designer

Residential Space Planner

Practice in Furniture Industry

Showroom/Window Display Designer

3D Visualizer

Building Model Maker

Colour Scheme Adviser

Sales Personnel for Building Materials

Exhibition/Event Designer

Students will learn to

Design functional spaces for residential environments

Use industry-standard software like AutoCAD and SketchUp for 3D modeling and drafting

Understand colour, lighting, materials, and textures to enhance residential interiors

Apply building codes and residential interior construction standards

Create professional design construction drawings

Build a professional ePortfolio

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Big Dreams. Small Classes.

Learn in a supportive, studio-style environment where instructors know your name. Small class sizes provide personalized feedback, one-on-one guidance, and a more engaging learning experience.

Career-Ready Skills

86% of Sundance College Design graduates find work in their field within 6 months. Build a professional ePortfolio through hands-on projects and develop skills employers are looking for.

Learn From Working Professionals.

Learn from industry-experienced instructors who bring professional practice into the studio environment. Get real-time feedback, practical insight, and guidance from people who understand the creative industry.

Student Aid Eligible

Our Residential Interior Design and Technology course is eligible for student aid funding; other options available. Our team can help you understand your funding options and guide you through the application process.

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Admission Procedures

  • Grade 12 or GED or Mature Student Admissions Status (Aged 19 or Older)
  • English Language Proficiency
Sundance College is a winner of the Consumer Choice Award 2026 Southern Alberta.

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