NCIDQ Certification
The National Council for Interior Design Qualification is an independent, not-for-profit organization that establishes standards for the design profession.
NCIDQ certified designers have successfully completed a rigorous examination ... recognized by their peers, the public and private sector users, as the leading indicator of professional qualification.
NCIDQ has administered this exam since 1974. It is accepted by licensing and registration authorities both in the U.S. and Canada. Membership in most professional design organizations lists NCIDQ certification as a prerequisite.