Certificate IV in Interior Decoration MSF40118
Are you inspired by exciting interior spaces, images in interior magazines or do you constantly redecorate your own home? Focusing on residential interiors this highly practical, stimulating course will equip you with everything you need to become a successful Interior Decorator. Flexible study options mean that you can study day or evening to balance a busy lifestyle.
Design above by graduate Jessica Chorley.
“All you need to enrol is passion and a love of residential interiors. Let us inspire you to start your creative career” – Director Amanda Grace
What you’ll learn
Focusing on residential interiors you will develop the skills, techniques and creative ability required to design and decorate inspiring interiors for a range of clients. You will explore all aspects of the design and decoration process; from taking an initial brief from a client through to presenting a fully resolved interior scheme.
The course culminates in a major project where you will work with a brief from a real client before graduating with an exciting portfolio of work to showcase your skills and ability to prospective employers.
Throughout the course you’ll work in a simulated design studio environment so you get to experience what it’s like to work as an Interior Decorator.
Design above by graduate Emma Hodges.
Fees
- Total Course Fee: $9,490 (GST free)
- Deposit: $990 (GST free)
- A 2% PayPal processing fee will be applied at checkout (inc GST).
- You will also need to purchase a Design Kit $595 (GST inc)
- Please allow $50 per term for incidental costs eg. photocopying.
Find out more about our flexible payment options here.
Pay in instalments via Ezidebit, view break down of payments and fees here.
What you may become
Our graduates have entered a diverse range of job roles;
- Interior Decorator
- Interior Stylist
- Colour Consultant
- Interiors Advisor for product, furniture and lighting suppliers/ retail stores
- Visual Merchandiser
- Real Estate Staging Consultant
- Entrepreneur in your own business
Option 1: Day
- 2 days per week – 6 months
- Either Mon/Tues or Wed/Thurs
- 9:30am – 4:30pm
Option 2: Evening
- 2 evenings per week – 12 months
- Mon & Wed
- 6:15pm – 9:15pm
Option 3: Online
- At your own pace within 2 years (usually takes 1 year)
- Visit our partner school Interior Design Online
Course Intakes
- July 2019
- January 2020 (enrolments not yet open)
- Anytime online
Units of study
Competency-based training is a method of training which develops the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to achieve competency.
There are six units of study in this course, for a complete list of unit competencies please click here.
MSF401 Foundations of Design
Embrace core skills from concept development and drawing to the elements and principles of design and composition. Develop an understanding of the design industry, work practices and opportunities.
MSF402 Principles of Colour
Explore the inspiring world of colour and learn how to create dynamic schemes. Be introduced to colour theory, colour schemes and the psychology and manipulation of colour. Explore the technicalities of paint and develop paint specifications.
MSF403 Interior Planning and Design
Learn the fundamentals of interior design, site evaluation, space planning for kitchens, bathrooms, living and outdoor spaces and lighting for a range of residential environments.
MSF404 Design Visualisation
Visualise your designs in three dimensions through sketching, model making and perspective drawing. You will use rendering techniques to create professional presentations for your clients.
MSF405 Interior Schemes
Explore all aspects of interior decoration including furniture, furnishings, upholstery and window treatments. Learn how to construct an interior scheme and present professional sample boards and specifications.
MSF406 Residential Decoration
Prepare for the world of professional design by working on a real residential project – from initial client briefing right through to the final presentation. Learn the business skills to get started in the industry.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the acknowledgement of a person’s competency, skills and knowledge which may have been acquired through formal, non-formal and/or informal learning.
Sydney Design School offers applicants the opportunity to apply for RPL and gain credit towards their course. There is a fee associated with an RPL application, please speak to our Course Advisor for more information.
Credit Transfer
Sydney Design School offers a Credit Transfer to any applicant who provides suitable evidence that they have successfully completed a unit or module at any Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Entry Requirements
To study with Sydney Design School you will need a strong command of the English language (verbal, written and comprehension) and, if required, be able to score at least 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test here or an equivalent.
During your enrolment process, if required, our team will be in contact by telephone to assess your English language proficiency, prior to an enrolment confirmation being sent. If your application is not successful your deposit will be refunded in full.
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Are you inspired by exciting interior spaces, images in interior magazines or do you constantly redecorate your own space? Focusing on residential interiors this highly practical, stimulating course will equip you with everything you need to become a successful Interior Decorator. Flexible study options available with day and evening courses running over 6 or 12 months.
Design above by graduate Jessica Chorley.
“All you need to enrol is passion and a love of residential interiors. Let us inspire you to start your creative career” – Director Amanda Grace
What you’ll learn
Focusing on the residential market you will develop the skills, techniques and creative ability required to design and decorate inspiring interiors for a range of clients. You will explore all aspects of the design and decoration process; from taking an initial brief from a client through to presenting a fully resolved interior scheme.
The course culminates in a major project where you will work with a brief from a real client with a real project before graduating with an exciting portfolio of work to showcase your skills and ability to prospective employers.
Throughout the course you’ll work in a simulated design studio environment so you get to experience what it’s like to work as an Interior Decorator.
Design above by graduate Emma Hodges.
What you may become
Our graduates have entered a diverse range of job roles;
- Interior Decorator
- Interior Stylist
- Colour Consultant
- Interiors Advisor for product, furniture and lighting suppliers/ retail stores
- Visual Merchandiser
- Real Estate Staging Consultant
- Entrepreneur in your own business
Option 1: Day
- 2 days per week – 6 months
- Either Mon/Tues or Wed/Thurs
- 9:30am – 4:30pm
Option 2: Evening
- 2 evenings per week – 12 months
- Mon & Wed
- 6:15pm – 9:15pm
Option 3: Online
- At your own pace within 2 years (usually takes 1 year)
- Visit our partner school Interior Design Online
Course Intakes
- July 2019
- January 2020 (enrolments not yet open)
- Anytime online
Units of study
Competency-based training is a method of training which develops the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to achieve competency.
There are six units of study in this course, for a complete list of unit competencies please click here.
MSF401 Foundations of Design
Embrace core skills from concept development and drawing to the elements and principles of design and composition. Develop an understanding of the design industry, work practices and opportunities.
MSF402 Principles of Colour
Explore the inspiring world of colour and learn how to create dynamic schemes. Be introduced to colour theory, colour schemes and the psychology and manipulation of colour. Explore the technicalities of paint and develop paint specifications.
MSF403 Interior Planning and Design
Learn the fundamentals of interior design, site evaluation, space planning for kitchens, bathrooms, living and outdoor spaces and lighting for a range of residential environments.
MSF404 Design Visualisation
Visualise your designs in three dimensions through sketching, model making and perspective drawing. You will use rendering techniques to create professional presentations for your clients.
MSF405 Interior Schemes
Explore all aspects of interior decoration including furniture, furnishings, upholstery and window treatments. Learn how to construct an interior scheme and present professional sample boards and specifications.
MSF406 Residential Decoration
Prepare for the world of professional design by working on a real residential project – from initial client briefing right through to the final presentation. Learn the business skills to get started in the industry.
Fees
- Total Course Fee: $9,490 (GST free)
- Deposit: $990 (GST free)
- A 2% PayPal processing fee will be applied at checkout (inc GST).
- You will also need to purchase a Design Kit $595 (GST inc)
- Please allow $50 per term for incidental costs eg. photocopying.
Find out more about our flexible payment options here.
Pay in instalments via Ezidebit, view break down of payments and fees here.
Entry Requirements
To study with Sydney Design School you will need a strong command of the English language (verbal, written and comprehension) and, if required, be able to score at least 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test here or an equivalent.
During your enrolment process, if required, our team will be in contact by telephone to assess your English language proficiency, prior to an enrolment confirmation being sent. If your application is not successful your deposit will be refunded in full.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the acknowledgement of a person’s competency, skills and knowledge which may have been acquired through formal, non-formal and/or informal learning.
Sydney Design School offers applicants the opportunity to apply for RPL and gain credit towards their course. There is a fee associated with an RPL application, please speak to our Course Advisor for more information.
Credit Transfer
Sydney Design School offers a Credit Transfer to any applicant who provides suitable evidence that they have successfully completed a unit or module at any Registered Training Organisation (RTO).