All Pathways

In this pathway, you learn about the concepts of space planning and the use of environmentally sustainable materials, and you combine creativity with precision and technical skills to design functional spaces for specific clients. You will learn the fundamentals of interior design and basic skills in hand drawing and digital drafting, as well as architectural lighting, color theory, and furniture history. The pathway uses software tools such as Revit & Sketchup.

Course Sequence

Interior Design Fundamentals

Interior Design Studio

Interior Design Technology

CPCC ARTICULATED CREDIT

Articulated credit is earned as a result of a student passing the designated CMS CTE course(s) with a final letter grade of a B or higher AND a score of 93 or higher on the NC administered end of course exam. In some cases students must show proficiency in multiple courses plus a certification in order to receive articulated credit. In some cases, there are options. Be sure to pay attention to the AND and OR statements. College articulated courses DO NOT show on a high school or college transcript. These courses, if the criteria is met, will be waived from the applicable program of study through Central Piedmont Community College.

Interior Applications

DES 235 Products

Industry Certification

Autodesk Revit User Certified

Becoming an Autodesk Certified User can lead to accelerated career development, improved productivity, and enhanced credibility. In short, it can help get you where you want to go.


List of schools

Butler High School Mallard Creek High School Myers Park High School West Charlotte High School


College and Career Promise

Career & College Promise Dual Enrollment gives eligible North Carolina high school students the opportunity to get a “jump start” and earn college credit toward a two-year or four-year degree at Central Piedmont while still in high school. Tuition free. Click here to learn more.

What Should I Do Next?

Take the Junior Achievement Career Quiz here.

Talk to the Pathway Development Coordinator or Counselor at your school!