Do you offer a preview to The Original IDEX CA Prep Class©?
Yes. Two sample lessons on the REGISTRATION page are available on-line at no cost.
Will I receive a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of The Original IDEX CA Prep Class©?
Yes. A Certificate of Completion is awarded after receipt of the Class Evaluation. A record is kept of your completion of The Original IDEX CA Prep Class©. A copy of The Original IDEX CA Prep Class© Certificate of Completion may also be obtained by contacting clamkins@usa.net.
When is The Original IDEX CA Prep Class© offered?
The Original IDEX CA Prep Class© is offered both in-person and on-line with a reduced cost for a combination of both versions. The in-person classes for both Northern and Southern California are offered prior the IDEX California® testing months. The exact dates and times are listed on the REGISTRATION page of www.originalidexprep.com. The on-line class [...]
What if I do not pass the IDEX California® after taking the Original IDEX CA Prep Class©?
You are eligible to re-take the In-person or On-line Original IDEX CA Prep Class© at no additional cost. Our goal is for you to pass the IDEX California®. If you study and learn the class material, you will pass. Contact mollyanne@macdesignstudio.com for the process.
Are Continuing Education Credits (CEU) offered?
Yes, depending upon the policy of the specific association. If you are currently a Certified Interior Designer (CID) and wish to take the class for a review of the information, CCIDC will award 1 CEU (equal to 10 hours), thereby meeting the entire two-year requirement.
Who do I contact with additional questions about The Original IDEX CA Prep Class©?
Contact Mollyanne Sherman for class content related questions. Email at mollyanne@macdesignstudio.com Or use the “Contact Lesson Instructor” button which appears at the top of each lesson for the on-line class. NOTE: If you use this method, you will be notified by email when she responds and you can also check the messages you have sent and [...]
How many questions are on the IDEX California®?
There are 150 questions and 2 exams. Each exam has a blend of some identical questions and some unique questions. The Original IDEX CA Prep Class© covers the content of both exams.
How much time do I have to take the exam?
The exam period is three hours.
When and where is the IDEX California® offered?
The IDEX California® is conducted at testing centers across California. It is offered throughout the months of May and October. Application and scheduling for the IDEX California® is available through the California Council for Interior Design Certification (CCIDC) at (888) 278-6337 or www.ccidc.org.
How often is the IDEX California® updated?
The IDEX California® is updated by the certification board CCIDC as needed followed by an update of the Original IDEX CA Prep Class©.