Certificate III in Interior Decoration (Retail Services)

• Next Start Date: Friday the 5th of April 2013: 9:00AM - 3:30PM BRISBANE
• Next Start Date: Friday the 5th of April 2013: 9:00AM - 3:30PM GOLD COAST

The Australian Institute of Interior Design Certificate III in Interior Decoration offers students the opportunity to gain valuable skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in the exciting field of Interior Decorating and Design. The course equips students with sound industry knowledge and a confident ability to provide a wide scope of Decorating and Design services to the Consumer.

Using a diverse range of theory-based and practical components, students will work on creating design concepts and developing them into realistic project-based assignments. Students will be involved in addressing specific Client Briefs and producing Conceptual Colour and Finishes Boards which can contribute to their Folio presentations.

Specifically, during the course of their studies, students will:

• Learn how to interpret and address a Client Brief - identifying key factors necessary to confidently advise customers on the selection and specification of decorating and design products;
• Explore the fascinating world of Colour, both in theory and phsychology, enabling students to competently select and specify colour for interior spaces;
• Gain an insight into the historical development of design and decorating - recognizing and appreciating the impact that past design has on present and future trends;
• Study the essential Elements and Principles of design, which are the building blocks of all successful interiors;
• Develop skills in visual design, using creativity to successfully showcase design concepts & decorating products;
• Research the diverse and continually evolving range of decorating resources in today's industry
• Appropriately select and quantify decorator products to meet client requirements.

Furthermore, students will have the opportunity to develop practical skills and gain experience, not only in the classroom, but also by participating in on-the-job work experience, in a retail environment.

Pursuing a career in Interior Decoration through the AIID equips students with the qualifying skills which are highly sought after in today's competitive Design Industry. Furthermore, completing the Cert III in Interior Decoration provides students with the opportunity to undertake further studies if they wish. These include the Diploma in Interior Design and Decoration and Advanced Diploma in Interior Design.

Notably, AIID courses are taught by trainers who have vast experience within the Decorating and Design Industry. This gives our students valuable and relevant insights from trainers with real and current industry experience.

Career Opportunities

• Interior Decorator
• Interior Stylist
• Home decoration/furniture store owner
• Retail Interior Decoration/Furniture sales assistant
• Assistant Interior Designer
• Visual Merchandiser
• Home Stager
• Colour Consultancy
• Decorating Consultancy

Qualification and Units of Competency

On successful completion of the course, students will be awarded the Certificate III in Interior Decoration (Retail Services) which is nationally recognised as part of the Australian Qualifications Framework. This course is the latest training package on offer, and is the most industry relevant qualification available.

Certificate III in Interior Decoration (Retail Services) (LMF31908)

Course Duration and Term Dates

The course runs on Friday's from 9am - 3.30pm over 28 weeks plus holiday breaks.

Other Important Information:

Please note that this course is open to anyone - you do not need to be a school student to complete this course.

Please note that you do not need to complete this course in order to be eligible to complete the Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration.

Course Fees

Course fees include:

• Tuition
• Class notes
• A4 Sketch book
• Colouring Pencils (12)
• Gouache Paints (12)
• Scale Ruler
• Stanley knife
• Black felt tip pens x 3 (0.25nib)
• Tape Measure
• Resene Paint colour selector
• Colour Wheel
• Resene EzyPaint software
• Resene Colour Choices Book
• Habitat Magazine
• Metal Ruler
• Architects drawing template
• Framed presentation board
• Use of the school's equipment
• School t-shirt.

Required Course Equipment:

Students will need to provide the following equipment:

• Basic stationary: i.e. display folders, notepad, pens, pencils, rubber, highlighters, glue and a calculator. (approx: $80)
• USB Thumb Drive (2GB recommended minimum)
• Students will require additional materials to be used for the production of Colour & Finishes Boards. These requirements will be discussed in Class.

Price:

The course fees are for a position in the course and are payable whether the student completes the course or not. Upon enrolling in the course, the student (and guarantor/s) becomes liable to the institute for the full course fees.

To secure a position in the course, student's must pay a minimum non-refundable course deposit of 10% of the 'Discounted Upfront Payment Price' (listed below).

Certificate III in Interior Decoration:

Discounted Upfront Payment Price: $3,500.00

• Non-Refundable Course Deposit: $350.00
• Balance Due on Course Commencement Date: $3,150.00

Full Course Cost (Payment Plan): $3,850.00

• Non-Refundable Course Deposit: $350.00
• Balance paid in weekly direct debit installments (with Ezypay) over course duration: $3,500.00

Additional Costs:

• Printing & photocoping by student.
• Students will be required to pay for their graduation dinner for themselves and any guests. Students will be advised on the price in advance - allow $80 per person.

Enrolment Procedure:

To enrol, you must contact us on (07) 55 938 335 and request an enrolment pack for this course. Please note, enrolment packs are only given out on request.

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Next Course Start Dates

• Next Start Date: Friday the 5th of April 2013: 9:00AM - 3:30PM BRISBANE
• Next Start Date: Friday the 5th of April 2013: 9:00AM - 3:30PM GOLD COAST