MSF50222 Diploma of Interior Design

RPL?

RPL

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process that can be completed in a short time frame. It's based on skills, knowledge and evidence you have already acquired over the years to meet the requirements for the qualification.

Evidence for RPL may include:

• Proven work experience
• Life experiences (including voluntary work and leisure pursuits)
• Previous study (Qualifications, industry training, professional development programs or units)
• References from qualified persons

RPL can be conducted via online delivery and through workplace training.

3 months enrolment period to complete RPL.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

This qualification provides you with the required skills and knowledge to become a interior designer who provides advice mainly for residential building interiors. They may also be involved in the provision of advice about interior decoration. Individuals may be self-employed or employed in businesses such as design studios.

Designers provide a broad range of design advice and services, and are involved in:

• Researching and analysing the client's goals and requirements.
• Planning, arranging and styling the space, and preparing detailed client presentations.
• Selecting and specifying colour schemes, furniture, fabrics, fixtures and lighting.
• Working in collaboration with builders, architects and service contractors.
• Preparing detailed design documentation.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Occupational titles may include:

• Interior Designer
• Interior Decorator

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

Total number of units = Twenty-Seven (27)

• Ten (10) core units
• Seventeen (17) elective units

Core Units of Competency

• CUADES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
• CUADES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
• BSBDES502 Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
• MSFID4013 Design residential interior lighting
• MSFID4014 Produce digital models and documentation for interior design projects
• MSFID4016 Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces
• MSFID5020 Design residential interiors
• MSFID5021 Evaluate site structure and services for interior design briefs
• MSFID5022 Explore and apply creative design methodology to interior space
• MSFID5025 Develop residential interior design project documentation

Elective Units of Competency

• CUAANM313 Create 3D digital models
• CUAPPR513 Present a body of own creative work
• MSFID4021 Design soft furnishing solutions for interior spaces
• MSFID4022 Prepare quotation and contract documentation for design projects
• MSFID5018 Provide interior styling service
• MSFID5027 Research and recommend colour applications and finishes
• MSFID5028 Research and recommend artwork​
• CUADES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
• CUADES411 Generate design solutions
• CUADES413 Develop and extend design skills and practice
• CUADIG304 Create visual design components
• MSFFDM4021 Research furniture styles and movements
• MSFID4012 Decorate residential interiors
• MSFID4015 Prepare materials and finishes boards for client presentation
• MSFID4017 Research and recommend furniture and accessories
• MSFID4018 Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors
• MSFID4019 Research interior decoration and design influences

COURSE / QUAL RECOGNITION

MSF50222 Diploma of Interior Design

This qualification provides a nationally recognised outcome for Interior Designers who provide advice mainly for residential building interiors.

Licensing Requirements:

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, depending on the State or Territory, licensing or regulatory requirements may apply to the use of some units in this qualification.

A licence or registration may require a combination of technical qualification, experience, skills and knowledge prior to application. One step in the process of gaining your licence or registration is to complete training which has been approved by the licencing body in your State or Territory.

State and Territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant State and Territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

FEES

RPL - $3500

• $1500 on enrolment and $2000 upon completion.
• Students have 3 months to provide their evidence.