Degree Programs
Thomas Edison State College is the first college in the United States that has been authorized by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) to offer a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science and Technology degree in Kitchen & Bath Design.
Credit will be awarded to students who possess specific National Kitchen and Bath Association certifications.
Kitchen & Bath Design Program:
- College credit will be awarded for select National Kitchen & Bath Association certifications and applied towards the associate degree or bachelor’s degree programs. The following certifications are accepted for this program: AKBD®, CKD®, CBD®, CMKBD®, CKE®, CBE®.
- The College will accept previously earned credits earned at regionally accredited colleges and universities.
- Students complete courses where and when they want to.
- All academic programs revolve around your needs.
- Both the associate and bachelor's degrees can be completed via online courses, examination programs, prior learning assessment, and through professional training evaluated by the college or the American Council on Education (ACE).
| NKBA Certification |
Credits Toward Your Degree |
| Associate Kitchen & Bath Designer (KBT-101) |
12 |
Certified Bath Designer (KBT-301) |
21 |
Certified Kitchen Designer (KBT-302) |
21 |
Certified Bath Educator (KBT-321) |
21 |
Certified Kitchen Educator (KBT-322) |
21 |
Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer (KBT-401) |
3 |
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Associate in Applied Science and Technology - Kitchen & Bath Design >>
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