International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title _Interior Designer_ means the skills and remit of the items the UK call an _Interior Decorator. The confusion pertains to protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes a similar remit and skill of an British interior designer, but as _Architect_ can be a protected title in the UK it can't be used to describe an internal designer. Descriptions on the role and skills of interior designers differ world wide, unlike that relating to an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor the location where the title is clearly identified.

SBID aimed to clarify the role and definition by identifying the different sector specialisms within design that require specific compliance laws. A clear perception of roles and obligations is core on the teaching structures and course content which trains new professionals. SBID is constantly work towards title recognition with an Interior Designer in the UK.

How does an Interior Designer become qualified?
In the UK, now you may describe themselves just as one _interior designer_. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction through the masses of hobbyists is key. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced degree of professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.

Designers can join at any stage into their career and progress over the membership levels to own highest amount of practice for an SBID Accredited professional. SBID also accredits university course content as fit for professional practice, offering students at any recognised home design course free student membership. In 2022, SBID will introduce an entry exam to measure acquired knowledge. This process adds a layer above honours degree and work placements, supplying the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge that can further the time and effort to protect the title of _design_ in Great Britain.