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  • MSF40122
  • Certificate IV
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  • NATIONALLY RECOGNISED · AQF

Certificate IV in Interior Decoration

This qualification covers interior decoration of existing spaces. It includes working with clients, planning and styling rooms, choosing colours, finishes and furnishings, and producing drawings, as well as ethical and compliance requirements. Decorators and colour consultants with experience may be able to have their skills recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
MSF Furnishing
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
MSF40118 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

Interior decorators, stylists and colour consultants working in retail, consulting or building businesses who want formal recognition.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Interior decorator
  • Colour consultant
  • Interior stylist
  • Assistant interior designer
  • Decorating consultant

Qualification structure

17 units in total. 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.

Core units

7 units
  1. CUADES302Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
  2. CUADES303Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
  3. CUAACD311Produce drawings to communicate ideas
  4. CUAACD313Produce technical drawings
  5. MSFGN4001Research and meet ethical and compliance requirements
  6. MSFID4012Decorate residential interiors
  7. MSFID4016Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces

Elective units

29 units
  1. BSBCRT412Articulate, present and debate ideas
  2. BSBCRT413Collaborate in a creative process
  3. BSBESB406Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
  4. BSBOPS402Coordinate business operational plans
  5. BSBTEC201Use business software applications
  6. CPPBDN4107Investigate construction methods for Class 1 and 10 buildings
  7. CUAACD312Produce computer-aided drawings
  8. CUADES301Explore the use of colour
  9. CUADES305Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
  10. CUADES411Generate design solutions
  11. CUADES413Develop and extend design skills and practice
  12. CUADES423Research and apply techniques in spatial design
  13. CUADIG303Produce and prepare photo images
  14. CUADIG304Create visual design components
  15. CUAILL401Develop and refine illustrative work
  16. MSFID4013Design residential interior lighting
  17. MSFID4015Prepare materials and finishes boards for client presentation
  18. MSFID4017Research and recommend furniture and accessories
  19. MSFID4019Research interior decoration and design influences
  20. MSFID4021Design soft furnishing solutions for interior spaces
  21. MSFSF3017Measure up and calculate fabric quantities for window coverings
  22. MSFSF3018Advise customers on interior decoration
  23. MSMENV472Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
  24. MSMWHS200Work safely
  25. SIRRMER004Develop visual merchandising creative concepts
  26. SIRRMER005Implement visual merchandising concepts
  27. SIRRMER007Design and install visual merchandising displays
  28. SIRRMER009Plan and organise display lighting
  29. SIRRMER011Design and install merchandise signage

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

OFFICIAL DETAILS

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