Residential Kitchen and Bath Design Specialist Certificate
CIP 500408 (KTBA)
The Residential Kitchen & Bath Design Certificate prepares students for a variety of roles within the residential interior design industry. The program provides a strong foundation in residential design principles, including space planning, finishes, materials, and furnishings, while also offering specialized training in kitchen and bath design鈥攖wo of the most technical and in-demand areas in the field.
Students learn to design safe, functional, and visually compelling residential environments using industry-standard software and current building and accessibility codes. Coursework emphasizes creative problem-solving, essential for working in design studios, cabinetry and appliance showrooms, and residential remodeling firms.
Whether completed online or in person, this certificate can be completed in as few as four semesters and equips students with the knowledge and technical skills needed to succeed in residential and kitchen and bath design.
Concurrent Program Options
Students may choose to pursue multiple credentials concurrently. Many complete the Residential Kitchen & Bath Design Certificate and/or the CAD鈥揑nterior Design Certificate while earning the Interior Design AAS degree, since the courses are closely aligned. This approach supports specialization in residential, technical drafting, or kitchen and bath design, and can accelerate entry into the workforce.
Professional Credentialing
Graduates of the Residential Kitchen and Bath Certificate (and the Interior Design AAS degree) are eligible to pursue the Certified Kitchen & Bath Designer (CKBD) credential through the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). The certification process includes a comprehensive examination and a professional design portfolio submission demonstrating applied knowledge in kitchen and bath design.
Admission Requirements
- Admission to Arapahoe Community College
- Students must attend an Interior Design Program Orientation prior to registration. Dates for orientations are listed on the 大象传媒 website.
- Complete 大象传媒UPLACER assessment with the following minimum scores:
- 95 on Sentence Skills
- OR ACT or SAT scores within the last two years
- OR have earned a previous college degree
- OR have completed any necessary remedial courses, if required, with a grade of "C" or higher before taking Interior Design courses
Students wishing to transfer in Interior Design or General Education credits to fulfill certificate requirements must have official transcripts sent to the 大象传媒 Admissions and Records Office. If you have questions after Admissions and Records has evaluated your transcripts, please call 303.797.5958 to schedule an appointment with the IND Department Chair.
Program Requirements
Graduation Requirements
- All courses required for this certificate must earn a grade of "C" or better to meet completion requirements.
- Apply for graduation online at .
- As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an 大象传媒 employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that 大象传媒 receives certain federal funding.