Illinois Interior Design Title Registration The following information is provided to direct interior designers, potential members and Chapter members to legislative information available online in a quick, concise manner. The Illinois Interior Design Title Act Purpose The Illinois Interior Design Title Act   Prohibits anyone not registered by the state from representing or identifying him/herself as an 'Interior Designer' or 'Residential Interior Designer.' Assures regulation of design affecting the public's health safety and welfare through state established criteria for education, experience and examination. Defines a scope of services performed by a professional Interior Designer. Why Become Registered?   Protects the right to practice Interior Design Legal recognition for Interior Designers Through registration, interior designers gain recognition from extended project teams including architects, engineers, contractors, brokers and clients. Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) The Illinois Interior Design Title Act is regulated by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Information specific to the Title Act can be found at www.IDFPR.com, under the Division of Professional Regulation, including:   The Interior Design Title Act Registration Renewal - Registrations may be renewed on-line approximately 2-3 months prior to the expiration date shown on your registration. License Look-up - There is an easy Designer Registration Look-Up section where you can search the registration status for an Illinois Interior Designer and Residential Interior Designer. You many search by Business name, Designer name or License number. First-Time Registration Information Passing the NCIDQ or CQRID exam does not automatically register you with the State. You cannot use the title "Interior Designer" until you are registered with the State. To become registered, a designer must meet the minimum competency standards set forth by the State of Illinois which includes education, experience and examination. There are two classifications for the Profession:   Interior Designer Residential Interior Designer Please be aware that the requirements for Interior Designer qualifications are more extensive than for Residential Interior Designer. The details and requirements for each title can be obtained by visiting IDFPR where you can search by classification. Illinois Interior Design Coalition (IIDC) The Illinois Interior Design Coalition (IIDC) is a not-for-profit political action committee whose mission is to protect the public's health, safety and welfare through the integrity of the Illinois Interior Design Title Act.   IIDC identifies legislative initiatives to prevent outside professionals from defining the Interior Designer’s areas of responsibilities. IIDC maintains the recognition of government bodies to the impact of Interior Designers on public welfare. IIDC creates a single voice to support legislation that defines the Interior Design profession and its impact on public health and welfare. Without IIDC’s effort for licensure, as provided by a practice act, Interior Designers may be excluded by other regulatory entities. IIDC has a thorough FAQ Section that addresses Registration, the Title Act, and IIDC’s progress. Membership in IIDC is open to ALL interior designers and those in related fields who are encouraged to attend their regular monthly meetings. Get involved in protecting the title of "Interior Designer" by contacting the Illinois Interior Design Coalition at info@iidcpac.org. Check www.iidcpac.org for monthly meeting dates and locations. You Can Make a Difference! Are you passionate about Interior Design? The ASID Illinois Chapter Legislative Committee needs YOU! Through support, fundraising and volunteer efforts, ASID Illinois chapter members assist with several events each year that benefit the interior design industry and Illinois Interior Design Coalition’s (IIDC) goal to promote and protect Title Registration. Contact the ASID Illinois Chapter Legislative Committee at protect.interiordesign@yahoo.com or asidil@sbcglobal.net to get involved in making a difference. New members are needed and always welcome!