Certificate IV in Interior Decoration

Overview

This qualification focuses on the essential skills you need to be successful in this exciting growth industry. This course is a perfect blend of creativity, theoretical elements, technical knowledge and practical skills required within the interior design industry. You will work with real-life client briefs and engage directly with industry to develop your concepts into fully resolved solutions for your client. Successful completion of this course offers you a pathway and one year’s credit into the Diploma of Interior Design.

NOTE: In order to enrol in the third stage - Interior Decoration Studio, students must have completed stage 1 & 2 prior to enrolling. This will enable people to obtain the full qualification in certificate IV Interior Decoration.

Stage 1 – Interior Decoration Fundamentals Do you have a Passion for Interior Design? This course is designed for individuals eager to build foundational knowledge and skills in Interior Decoration. Participants will explore key areas such as colour theory, conceptual drawing, and the selection of furniture, materials, and accessories for client presentations. You will gain hands-on experience equipping you with the practical skills needed to bring your creative visions to life. This introductory stage provides a valuable opportunity to gauge interest in the field and assess the potential for further study and career development in Interior Decoration.

Stage 2 – Interior Design Technologies Want to stay up to date with Digital technologies in the Interior world? This course is designed for individuals keen to develop digital skills in Interior Design. Participants will delve into essential areas such as 2D and 3D digital concepts using Revit, SketchUp, and Enscape. Additionally, you’ll learn techniques for photographing interior spaces and creating impactful designs and branding with Adobe Creative Cloud. This introductory stage offers a valuable opportunity to explore your interest in the field and consider pathways for further study and career development in Interior Design.

Stage 3 – Interior Design Studio This course is designed for individuals enthusiastic about pursuing a career in Interior Decoration. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of ethical and compliance requirements, advise customers on current trends, and learn the technical skills needed for measuring and calculating window coverings. By grasping these areas, you’ll open the door to a range of employment opportunities in the field.

Delivery Methods

• On-campus – The majority of teaching and assessment is conducted on-campus
• Blended – Teaching and assessment will be conducted on-campus and online.

Locations

• McKoy Street, Wodonga Vic (Main campus)

When You Can Start

On-campus/blended: Start Monday 3 February, 2025, 3 days per week Monday to Tuesday, on campus.

Apply via the ‘Apply now’ button in the course information page. If the course is not available for online application, register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ form to be notified when future dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team

When You Can Enrol

On-campus/blended: February 2025 intake - Apply via the ‘Apply now’ button in the course information page. If the course is not available for online application, register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ form to be notified when future dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team

Duration

Full Time: 11 months

Part Time: 18 months Stage 1: 22 weeks Stage 2: 17 weeks Stage 3: 22 weeks Please Note: Stage 3 requires stages 1 & 2 to be complete

Schedule

Full Time Course Days: 3 days per week (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) for 1 year. Dates: Monday 3 February 2025. Time: 9am - 4pm.

Part Time Course Days: 1 day per week Starts 18 February (Tuesday night stage 1, Thursday night stage 2, Tuesday night stage 3) for 18 months. Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm.

Stage 1 – Interior Decoration Fundamentals Days: 1 day per week (Tuesday) for 22 weeks. Dates: Tuesday 11 February 2025 Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Stage 2 – Interior Design Technologies Days: 1 day per week (Thursday) for 17 weeks. Dates: Thursday 24 July 2025 Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Stage 3 – Interior Design Studio Days: 1 day per week (Tuesday) for 22 weeks. Dates: Tuesday 2 February 2026 Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm Please Note: Stage 3 requires stages 1 & 2 to be complete

Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course however we recommend that you have completed Year 10 as a minimum, or that you enrol as a mature-aged student. A pre-training interview is required prior to entry into the course.

You will be required to obtain your Construction Induction Card (White Card), which will be through an external source.

Material List Visual Diary Audio Headphones Portable External Hard drive

Field Placement

There are no field placements associated with this course, students receive extensive and direct industry engagement during the course. All students have the opportunity to exhibit their work at various points throughout the year. All students participate in a major exhibition in November each year. This is an excellent opportunity to start or extend your exhibition practice for your portfolio.

Assessment

The assessments will enable students to demonstrate the underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet the specific unit outcomes. A range of assessment strategies will be utilised, including practical assessments, theoretical assessments such as written tasks and tests, as well as displaying your technical abilities through project based assessments.

Other Information

Where applicants can show evidence of prior qualifications or experience in a related field, there may be an opportunity to apply for recognition to be given for previous study, knowledge, and/or skills resulting from work or life experience relevant to this qualification. Please contact the department for further information about Skills Recognition. If you have completed another related course you may be eligible to receive course credit. To apply for course credit you will be required to provide the following documentation with your enrolment form: certificates, transcripts, qualifications of previous related study, examples of work completed, or a portfolio of work.

Skills developed

This qualification is used to develop skills and a breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge in a range of decoration advice and services, including:

- research and analysis of the client’s goals and requirements
- planning, designing and arranging space
- interior styling
- specifying finishes and furnishings
- selection of colours
- specifications and purchasing
- effective visual communication
- design history, themes and styles.

Compulsory Units

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
CUADIG303 Produce and prepare photo images
CUADIG304 Create visual design components
MSFID4015 Prepare materials and finishes boards for client presentation
MSFID4017 Research and recommend furniture and accessories
MSFID4019 Research interior decoration and design influences
MSFSF3017 Measure up and calculate fabric quantities for window coverings
MSFSF3018 Advise customers on interior decoration products
MSFID4014 Produce digital models and documentation for interior design projects
MSFID4018 Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors
CUADES304 Source and apply design industry knowledge

Selectable Units

Additional selectable units may apply.

Licences/Tickets

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. Work will require access to construction sites and you will require construction induction training and certification (White Card) covered by the unit MSMWHS200 Work safely in the construction industry. You will be required to obtain your Construction Induction Card (White Card), which will be through an external source.

Certification

By successfully completing this course you will receive a nationally recognised AQF qualification.

Fees

Government Funded $3,646.50 (Tuition $3,646.50, Materials $0.00)
Concession $729.30 (Tuition $729.30, Materials $0.00)
Fee For Service $6,006.00 (Tuition $6,006.00, Materials $0.00)

Fees Additional Information

Additional fee assistance may be available for eligible individuals, as part of State & Commonwealth government initiatives. Materials fees may apply.

The student tuition fees published are indicative only and can be subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Funding made available to eligible individuals by State and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect future opportunities to access additional funding in the future. For more information see ‘Fee information and eligibility’ under the ‘Apply Now’ tab on the Wodonga TAFE website.

Fee displayed on website is representative to completion of whole Certificate IV course, each stage has its own fee associated. You can complete up to any stage of the program that you choose.

STAGE 1 FEES
Government Funded $1,381.25
Concession $276.25
Fee For Service $2,275

STAGE 2 FEES
Government Funded Tuition $1,020
Concession Tuition $204
Fee For Service Tuition $1,680

STAGE 3 FEES
Government Funded Tuition $1,245.25
Concession Tuition $249.05
Fee For Service Tuition $2,051

Careers

Employment opportunities may include roles such as:

• consulting
• retail
• interior decorators
• colour consultants
• visual communication
• customer service
• technical drawing and documentation

Pathways

Diploma of Interior Design. Additional pathways for higher education can be achieved through the interior design and decoration qualifications. These include interior design, graphic design, visual communication, architecture and industrial design. Contact universities directly for credit pathways. Study pathways with Wodonga TAFE

Other Relevant Courses

Diploma of Interior Design

How to apply

Register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ form to be notified when future dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team.

Once you submit an application for this course you will receive a separate email from LLN Robot to complete both a Digital Assessment and a Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral and Numeracy Assessment (LLN Assessment) online.

Please check your junk mail if this does not come to your inbox. All students are asked to complete the Digital and LLN assessments to determine any support requirements and to ensure the course and mode of delivery is suitable for the student.

Please allow one hour to complete the Digital and LLN assessments. You will need a computer with speakers or headphones as there is an audio section in the LLN assessment.

Your LLN and Digital assessments will need to be completed one week after receiving it to progress your application to the next stage, or your application may be withdrawn due to inactivity.

If you are unable to access the LLN assessment or the Digital assessment links please contact our Customer Experience team as soon possible.

Note: Completion of the LLN and Digital assessments does not guarantee a place in the course at Wodonga TAFE. Numbers are limited and selected applicants will be contacted to attend an interview. If an applicant is not accepted into their preferred course they will be contacted and provided information on alternate pathways and/or courses.

Please note: We reserve the right to close course intakes early. Many courses have limited places and high demand. Early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to cancel intakes and courses if there are insufficient student numbers.