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Certificate IV in Interior Decoration

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Course code: MSF40122 | CRICOS Code: 111970D

Certificate IV in Interior Decoration

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Overview

About this international course

The Certificate IV in Interior Decoration gives you the skills and knowledge you need to work as an assistant interior decorator or interior designer for retail, consulting and building businesses.

In this course, you will explore the world of interior decoration and learn a broad range of specialised and technical decorating skills. You will also develop your capacity for planning, designing and arranging space, interior styling, specifying finishes and furnishings, colour selection, and purchasing.

When you study with TAFE NSW you learn by doing and gain the practical real-world skills the interior design and decoration industry is looking for.

Outcomes

What you'll gain

Learn new skills

Through theory and practical course work, you will learn to:

Decorate residential interiors
Create technical drawings
Create digital illustrations
Design colour schemes
Research and analyse client goals
Ensure compliance standards are met

Gain practical experience

Build your experience and get practical skills in:

Drawing by hand
Digital design, illustration and construction
3D model construction
Working with different types of materials and products
Producing and presenting digital presentations
Working safely with equipment and materials

Develop your professional confidence

Develop the qualities you need to get ahead in this industry:

A strong instinct for design and decorating
The ability to make hard decisions and quickly
Problem-solving skills
Great communication skills to connect with clients and other design professionals

Global industry demand

The global interior design and decoration market is forecast to grow by AUD $169 billion during 2018-2025. That’s an annual growth rate of 8.7%.

Thanks to fast economic growth in India and China, the Asia Pacific region is expected to dominate the contract design market in the coming years.

In the future, interior designers and decorators will increasingly need skills and knowledge in:

Sustainability and energy efficiency
Floor plan development
Custom furniture
Computer-aided design (CAD)
Immersive technologies like augmented and virtual reality

Suitability

International entry requirements

At TAFE NSW each course has entry requirements. These help us to make sure that your course choice is right for you and help determine your suitability for a course. We want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.

Entry requirements

Recommended skills and knowledge

Licensing requirements

Fees and locations

Starting dates, course fees and locations

As an international student, you can choose from a range of different courses, offered at various locations. Experience vibrant spaces, libraries, cafes and gyms, as well as places to make friends and socialise with other students.

Additional costs

Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.

Structure and units

What you will study

At the start of your course, you will receive your timetable. You will need to study all core units and a range of additional units.

7 core units
10 elective units, consisting of: at least 7 units from the electives listed below up to 3 units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome. Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses must not duplicate units available within this qualification. CUADES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms CUADES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms CUAACD311 Produce drawings to communicate ideas CUAACD313 Produce technical drawings MSFGN4001 Research and meet ethical and compliance requirements MSFID4012 Decorate residential interiors MSFID4016 Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces

Core units are the required units that you must complete.

Pathways

Continue your studies

At TAFE NSW, you can develop your skills or build your expertise by studying a single course. You can also continue your studies with one of the following pathway options:

Vocational study pathway

Enrol in a range of TAFE NSW courses designed to help you kick-start your career and education goals. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.

TAFE NSW degree pathway

From certificates to diplomas, to a TAFE NSW degree, continue your studies with us to help build your success. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.

TAFE NSW - university partnership pathways

TAFE NSW has partnerships with a number of Australian universities. These universities offer guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students. How much credit you are eligible for varies depending on the course and university you choose. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.

Other university pathways

You may gain entry to another university using your TAFE NSW qualifications. Acceptance and the amount of credit transfer may vary depending on the university and course studies. Check your credit eligibility.

Keep learning with TAFE NSW

Build your expertise with a TAFE NSW Interior Design study pathway:

Expand your capabilities with the Diploma of Interior Design
Master your skills with a TAFE NSW Degree - Bachelor of Interior Design

You are able to package two or more TAFE NSW courses together. This means you can plan your studies to achieve your career goals. When you apply for a TAFE NSW vocational pathway, you can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.

Diploma of Interior Design

Services

Campus facilities and support services

TAFE NSW offers you a range of on campus study environments you will have access to industry-specific computer rooms, simulated work places, study and presentation areas as well as general student facilities to enhance your learning and student experience.

Student facilities, amenities and support services include:

TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
Smarthinking - online access to a tutor
LinkedIn Learning - an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills