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Florida Interior Design · Individual HSW Course

The Influence of Color on Behavior

A 4-hour HSW-designated course exploring the physiological, psychological, and behavioral reactions to color within the built environment — and how evidence-based color choices can support health, safety, welfare, accessibility, and occupant wellbeing.

$129.00

FL Approval #9879384

4 CEU Hours · HSW

Self-Paced Online

Provider #0009341

Course Overview

Our perception of the world around us is shaped by many factors, and for most people a significant share of that input arrives through vision. This course explores the physiological, psychological, and behavioral reactions to color within the built environment, moving beyond basic color theory to examine how color choices influence human health, safety, and welfare — equipping designers to apply evidence-based color strategies that support occupant wellbeing, cognitive function, and the mitigation of environmental stressors.

Learning Objectives

Be able to define the properties of color perception and describe their influence on human physiological and psychological responses.
Be able to differentiate between subjective psychological associations and objective biological responses to color.
Be able to analyze the impact of specific color wavelengths on the human autonomic nervous system, endocrine system, and circadian rhythms, applying this knowledge to design for health and wellness.
Be able to evaluate the role of color and light in supporting public safety, accessibility, and wayfinding, developing strategies that improve environmental legibility for diverse user groups, including those with visual impairments.
Be able to synthesize color physiology, evidence-based design principles, and user-specific needs into comprehensive color palettes for specialized environments such as healthcare, education, and workplace settings.
Be able to justify color-based design decisions in relation to occupant welfare, wellbeing, and performance outcomes.

Who Will Benefit From This Class

Florida-registered interior designers completing biennial HSW continuing education hours.
Design studio principals and project leads making color, lighting, and material decisions for residential or commercial interiors.
Kitchen, bath, and hospitality interior designers evaluating color strategies for occupant wellbeing.
Design professionals working in healthcare, education, workplace, and other occupant-centered environments.
Designers preparing a broader set of coursework toward the full 20-hour renewal requirement.

Course Details

Hours

4 CEU Hours

FL Approval Number

9879384

Delivery

Self-paced, online

Working toward your full renewal? This course applies 4 of the 20 hours required every two years. If you still need the remaining hours, the Florida Interior Designer Renewal Bundle – 20 Hours covers all 20 hours, including the required Advanced Building Code coursework, for $259.99.

Satisfaction Guarantee

Refund policy: Should a learner request a refund for any reason before successfully completing a class, the refund will be processed immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this class count toward my full Florida interior design renewal?

Yes. This HSW-designated course applies 4 of the 20 hours required every two years for Florida-registered interior designers.

Is this class HSW-designated?

Yes. The Influence of Color on Behavior (FL Approval #9879384) is designated as Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) coursework.

Is this class approved for AIA continuing education credit?

Yes. The Influence of Color on Behavior is approved by AIA for continuing education credit.

How do I get my certificate?

A certificate is available after you successfully complete the course.

Is my continuing education reported to the Board?

Yes. Education Pathways reports your completed continuing education directly to the DBPR (Florida Board of Architecture and Interior Design) on your behalf. We still recommend keeping your certificates as a personal record.

Should I buy this class individually or get the full bundle?

If you still need additional hours toward your 20-hour renewal, the Florida Interior Designer Renewal Bundle – 20 Hours covers all 20 hours, including the required Advanced Building Code coursework, for $259.99.

Can I request a refund?

Yes. If you request a refund before successfully completing the class, it will be processed immediately.

Complete Your Florida Interior Design Renewal

Take this class on its own, or get all 20 required hours in one bundle.

View the 20-Hour Renewal Bundle