D&WC University offers practical, professional-level career courses. Our belief is that today’s more efficient and prepared learners become tomorrow’s highly desired professionals. In keeping with this focus, Draperies & Window Coverings magazine is committed to continually monitor, evaluate and modify programs, polices and procedures to meet the evolving needs of the industry. Each seminar delivers the highest level of education and professionalism. In accordance with the International Association for Continuing Education (IACET), the founding organization for official Continuing Education Units (CEUs), D&WC University provides courses that are held in accordance to the stringent guideless for course content, concise learning outcomes and qualified speaker criteria.

Continuing Education is the professional’s essential link to long-term growth and success. In today’s competitive environment the employment marketplace demands up-to-date knowledge and skills. D&WC magazine has been offering practical, professional-level career courses and has been the forerunner in providing quality education since 1981. First in the industry to provide CEU learning status, D&WC continues to provide the highest-level of courses maintaining the highest standards for our much-respected speakers.

Our courses are designed to be comprehensive and challenging, focusing on career-level skills. Continuing Education courses allow individuals to stay on the cutting edge of the design profession. Without knowledge of advanced techniques and business skills, professionals risk falling behind the competition.

D&WC magazine is dedicated to the promotion of long-term industry growth and to the participation of individuals in establishing a higher level of education to qualify and increase the value of professional home fashion services to the consumer. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the educational needs and expectations of the industry.

We’re sure you’ll be pleased with the quality of instruction you’ll receive from D&WC University.

5 top reasons to choose D&WC University seminars

1. Cutting edge seminars. Draperies & Window Coverings magazine has a long, proven record of providing the highest quality sessions presented by the most renowned and respected seminar leaders in the industry.

2. Earn up to 10 Continuing Education Hours at one Conference. You will have an opportunity to advance your knowledge and earn up to 10 hours of Continuing Education all at one conference. In addition, there are many networking opportunities available over the four-day conference.

3. Industry Relevance. Our ultimate goal is to prepare individuals academically, personally and professionally for successful careers. D&WC provides tomorrow’s successful professionals with the knowledge, real-life skills and practical background required in today’s demanding job market.

4. Superior Faculty. Our speakers are regarded and respected in the highest level within the industry. They have earned this reputation based on their merit, hard work and knowledge. They truly are the crème de la crème of the industry.

5. Reasonable Cost. Education, networking, camaraderie . . . all for one low price. The value is unbeatable.

You will earn credit for each hour of continuing education taken. Certificates of Achievement will be awarded at the following levels:

•    Associate of Interior Fashions for completing 3 hours in each of the three tracks
•    Professional of Interior Fashion for completing 6 hours in each of the three tracks
•    Masters of Interior Fashion for completing 12 hours in each of the three tracks

D&WC University will maintain a transcript file for each individual. Copies of individual transcripts are available upon request.