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LEED AP Interior Design + Construction

LEED AP Interior Design + Construction vs 3 alternatives compared

Exam fee, level, duration, validity and salary side by side. Blank cells mean we do not have verified data yet.

LEED AP Interior Design + ConstructionNCIDQ – National Council for Interior Design QualificationASID Professional Member CredentialAutodesk Certified Professional – Revit
VendorUSGBCCIDQASIDAutodesk
LevelAdvancedAdvancedIntermediateIntermediate
Exam fee$250–$550$385–$580 per section$295–$495/year membership$180–$250
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Typical salary$65K–$105K$55K–$95K$50K–$85K$55K–$90K
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Which should you choose?

Should I take LEED AP Interior Design + Construction or NCIDQ – National Council for Interior Design Qualification first?

Both are rated Advanced. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.

Should I take LEED AP Interior Design + Construction or ASID Professional Member Credential first?

ASID Professional Member Credential is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take LEED AP Interior Design + Construction or Autodesk Certified Professional – Revit first?

Autodesk Certified Professional – Revit is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.