Certificate IV in Interior Decoration - MSF40122
Holmesglen Institute
Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 00012G
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who provide advice and practical assistance on the finishing and furnishing of existing interior spaces. They may work in retail, consulting and building businesses as interior decorators or colour consultants. Individuals in this role are typically involved in: working with clients and other building and design professionals and suppliers research and analysis of the client\u2019s goals and requirements planning, designing and arranging space interior styling specifying finishes and furnishings selection of colours specifications and purchasing. Decorators use a broad range of specialised and technical knowledge and skills, and they research and compare information from diverse sources to develop decoration solutions. They also use well-developed communication skills, and may provide some leadership and guidance to others. There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, depending on the jurisdiction, licensing or regulatory requirements may apply to the use of some units in this qualification. Local regulations should be checked for details. Work may require access to construction sites and require construction induction training and certification covered by the unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. Local regulations should also be checked for requirements.
Subjects
- Coordinate business operational plans
- Produce technical drawings
- Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
- Develop and extend design skills and practice
- Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
- Design residential interior lighting
- Develop and refine illustrative work
- Measure up and calculate fabric quantities for window coverings
- Articulate, present and debate ideas
- Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
- Use business software applications
- Implement visual merchandising concepts
- Research and meet ethical and compliance requirements
- Research and recommend furniture and accessories
- Produce computer-aided drawings
- Research interior decoration and design influences
- Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
- Produce drawings to communicate ideas
- Plan and organise display lighting
- Design and install merchandise signage
- Decorate residential interiors
- Explore the use of colour
- Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces
- Investigate construction methods for Class 1 and 10 buildings
- Work safely
- Advise customers on interior decoration products
- Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
- Design and install visual merchandising displays
- Prepare materials and finishes boards for client presentation
- Create visual design components
- Collaborate in creative processes
- Produce and prepare photo images
- Design soft furnishing solutions for interior spaces
- Research and apply techniques in spatial design
- Generate design solutions
- Develop visual merchandising creative concepts
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Chadstone | International: $15,960 | No |
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