ASID Educator Members influence and foster the future of the design profession through education and research.
Educator members include faculty or staff within an interior design program at a higher education institution. If an educator qualifies as an individual Professional, Allied, or Associate Practitioner, they can join ASID as a Practitioner member and still receive an educator dues discount.
EDUCATOR MEMBER DETAILS
Appellation: Your Name, ASID Educator
Educator Members are individuals employed as faculty or staff within a post-secondary program of interior design education at any higher education institution including a university, college, or accredited school of interior design. The post-secondary program of interior design education at your institution must require completion of 40 semester/60 quarter hours of interior design education. Institution must be accredited by the appropriate regional or national institutional accrediting body.
Qualifying Documentation:
Employment Verification Letter
Are you an interior design practitioner? Educators who qualify for Practitioner membership may use an ASID appellation and must fulfill all requirements and obligations of Practitioner membership.
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 1.0/10 credit 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.
EDUCATOR MEMBER DUES & FEES
Educator Member dues are billed annually with the option to pay upfront or in quarterly installments. View the official ASID Billing Policies.
$199
Annual Dues
Valued at $549
Quarterly Installment Option: $43.50
The first quarter installment is $113.50 and includes the annual $25 legislative fee and the annual $45 processing fee.
One Time Application Fee: $100
Educators with Practitioner Qualifications
If you qualify as an Individual Practitioner (Professional, Allied, or Associate), join ASID as a Practitioner member. You will be able to verify your educator status and receive the dues discount.
Educators in Other Degree Programs
You will qualify as an Individual Affiliate member. Contact ASID at membership@asid.org to receive a dues discount.
EDUCATOR MEMBER BENEFITS
Take advantage of all the benefits your ASID Educator Membership offers.
Showcase Your Achievement
APPELLATION
Feature your level of achievement to clients, colleagues, and the design community by using the ASID Educator Member appellation.
FOUNDATION INITIATIVES
Receive funding for individuals or groups from the ASID Foundation in its mission to support informed, sustainable, and healthy initiatives in the design of built spaces.
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 platfrom.
MEETINGS & EVENTS
Through local chapter Local and National ASID events, you will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and expand your network.
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.
DESIGN RESEARCH BY ASID
Gain insights into business, impact, and practice of interior design with access to DESIGN RESEARCH Reports to help you excel in a dynamic and evolving profession.
Support Your Students
NCIDQ EXAM PREP BY ASID
Help your students achieve their professional credential with ASID’s test prep program and discounts on resources.
DESIGN CAREERS BY ASID
Help your students launch their careers and recruit top faculty on Design Careers by ASID, the ultimate resource hub for job opportunities, resume tips, career guidance, and a prime platform for employers seeking top talent.