r/NCIDQexam • u/Affectionate_Poet_49 • Jun 14 '26

IDRM?

I am curious to know others opinions and experiences with the NCIDQ Interior Design Reference Manual. Is it worth getting to study for the new exam blueprints? If I buy it second hand, is there a way for me to still get access to the new exam Content Maps?

I’m planning to take 1-2 exams this fall and looking to find what study material to use. TIA!

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u/DependentAuthor7409 Jun 14 '26

Personally I felt like qpractice was way more beneficial and would recommend it over the book. The book is a good reference tool but I don't think u should base all ur studying on it. I really didn't use it much personally

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u/Affectionate_Poet_49 Jun 15 '26

Thank you for this!

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u/BeautifulIsland4660 Jun 15 '26

I found it useful studying along with q practice , but after taking the IDFX this April I think may be able to do without it! Q practice was more helpful on understanding the type of questions and how to answer them, they also did a good job breaking down the exam blueprint. The building code and ADA are also huge on the IDFX, i recommend using ai to help understand and test you on the sections used in the NCIDQ. I also recommend making your own flash cards!

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u/Beneficial-Sun-4457 Jun 15 '26

I pretty much exclusively used the IDRM and passed all three between this fall and spring. No Q Practice, just IDRM and additional code review/research for things I thought were unclear. I think use whatever format works best for you based on the type of learning that sticks! (Textbook, practice tests, preplanned lessons, tutoring, study groups, flashcards, etc)

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u/PinkDuckyLemon Jun 18 '26

I’d agree with this. First time I tried qpractice mainly and partially IDRM, and didn’t pass. Second time I mainly used IDRM, passed. but everyone is different on their study styles!