ASID Practitioner Members elevate, inspire, and lead the practice of the interior design profession.
ASID Practitioners qualify for membership based on their education, experience, and examination.
- Professional Practitioners have successfully passed the NCIDQ Exam, ARE, or ASID-approved equivalent examination.
- Allied Practitioners have successfully completed a degree with a major in interior design or architecture.
- Associate Practitioners have a degree in another major and six years of documented full time interior design practice.
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PRACTITIONER MEMBER LEVELS
Select the Practitioner Member level based on your education, experience, and examination. More details on qualification can be found in the ASID Policies. Qualifying documentation must be submitted with your Practitioner Member type application.
Professional Practitioner
Appellation: Your Name, ASID
Requirements: Successfully passed the NCIDQ exam or Architect Registration Exam (A.R.E.)
Qualifying Documentation: Proof of NCIDQ Certification or passing the ARE Exam
Allied Practitioner
Appellation: Your Name, ASID Allied
Requirements: Completed 40 semester/60 quarter hours of interior design or architecture education from an accredited institution.
Qualifying Documentation: Unofficial transcript
Associate Practitioner
Appellation: Your Name, ASID Associate
Requirements: Minimum associate degree in any major AND six (6) years of documented full-time interior design practice.
Qualifying Documentation: Transcript (official/unofficial) and work experience forms
Practitioner Member Rights & Responsibilities
- Voting: All Individual members in good standing shall be entitled to one vote in any Society or chapter election or at any Society or chapter membership meeting.
- CEU Requirement: ASID requires Practitioner Members to complete 10 hours of continuing education every two years to maintain their membership.
- Member Mark: Members in good standing are permitted to use the ASID Member mark for their membership category.
- Code of Ethics: Upon approval or renewal of membership, members will confirm that they have read, support, and will adhere to the Code of Ethics.
PRACTITIONER DUES & FEES
Professional, Allied, and Associate Practitioner Member dues are billed annually with the option to pay upfront or in quarterly installments. View the official ASID Billing Policies.
$549
Annual Dues
Quarterly Installment Option: $148.50 per payment
This amount includes the $25 annual legislative fee and the $45 annual processing fee, which is evenly spread across the four payments.
One Time Application Fee: $100
PRACTITIONER BENEFITS
Take advantage of all the benefits your ASID Practitioner Membership offers.
Showcase Your Achievement
APPELLATION
Feature your level of achievement to clients, colleagues, and the design community by using the ASID Practitioner Member appellation.
ADVOCACY
Advocate by Design is your voice for the profession of interior design on the federal, state, and local levels of government, fighting for legislative and regulatory policy issues that advance and protect the practice of interior design and its related interests.
AWARDS
Be recognized for your exemplary achievements and outstanding service through multiple ASID awards and honors programs.
Expand Your Network
PROFESSIONAL CHAPTERS
Connect with your ASID professional chapter to increase your network of local peers and product partners.
DESIGN CONNECTION
BY ASID
Connect with your nationwide ASID network through the Design Connection by ASID platform.
MEETINGS & EVENTS
Through Local and National ASID events, you will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and expand your network.
NATIONAL COUNCILS & COMMITTEES
ASID thrives on the dedication and commitment of our volunteers, who play a crucial role in addressing the issues impacting design and the built environment.
Advance Your Expertise
DESIGN LEARNING
BY ASID
Your virtual learning hub for all your continuing education needs. Access toolkits, trainings, product information updates, sponsored content and more! Most CEUs are free to ASID members.
NCIDQ EXAM PREP
BY ASID
You want to take the NCIDQ Exam. ASID can help you achieve professional certification with its test prep program and discounts on resources. Upon passing the NCIDQ Exam, become an ASID Professional Practitioner and have your next year’s dues waived!
DESIGN RESEARCH
BY ASID
Gain insights into business, impact, and practice of interior design with access to ASID Research Reports to help you excel in a dynamic and evolving profession.
Support Your Business
DESIGN FINDER BY ASID
Design your listing to showcase your brand to potential clients and generate leads – attract clients, connect with leads, and access trade discounts.
DESIGN BUSINESS
BY ASID
Everything you need to build a strong and thriving business which includes member insurance programs, technology discounts, retirement program, and much more.
DESIGN CAREERS
BY ASID
Connect with the most qualified interior design candidates through Design Careers by ASID. Your ultimate resource hub, Design Careers offers job opportunities, resume tips, career guidance, and a prime platform for employers seeking top talent.
Connect with Your Industry
MANUFACTURER DISCOUNTS
Many ASID Industry Partners provide trade pricing and discounts for ASID Practitioner members. Examples: IP discounts.
ORGANIZATION DISCOUNTS
Receive discounts on memberships, credentials, and products through ASID’s network of partnerships. Examples: IWBI WELL AP Exam, IDC membership
SANDOW MEDIA PARTNERSHIP
ASID members gain access to the SANDOW media catalog of interior design publications as part of a media partnership. ASID members will receive either/both print magazines and online publications.