Modification History
Release 3 - CPCCOHS1001A replaced by MSMWHS200. Imported units updated. Equivalent.
Release 2 - Imported units updated. Equivalent.
Release 1 - New qualification
Qualification Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to provide advice and practical assistance on the finishing and furnishing of existing interior spaces to meet client requirements. Decoration at this level includes residential or commercial environments and involves working directly with the client or with associated professionals, such as architects, builders, retailers, interior designers and suppliers required to implement a project. It reflects vocational outcomes in retail, consulting and building businesses as interior decorators or colour consultants performing a broad range of skilled applications in furnishing, including requirements to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices, and provision of some leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of the skills.
This qualification is typically 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.
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 CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry. Local regulations should also be checked for requirements.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the MSF40113 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration, competency must be achieved in nineteen (19) units of competency.
- eight (8) core units of competency
- eleven (11) elective units of competency.
Note: Units marked with an asterisk have one or more prerequisites and must be considered in the total number of units. Please refer to individual units for details.
CORE UNITS
Complete all eight (8) units from this list.
|
Unit code |
Unit title |
|
BSBDES302 |
Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms |
|
BSBDES303 |
Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms |
|
CUAACD301 |
Produce drawings to communicate ideas |
|
CUAACD303 |
Produce technical drawings |
|
MSMENV272 |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
|
MSFID4001 |
Research, analyse and apply colour for interior spaces |
|
MSFID4002 |
Decorate residential interiors |
|
MSFID4011 |
Determine work health and safety (WHS) implications of interior effects |
ELECTIVE UNITS
Select eleven (11) units from Groups A and B as specified below.
Group A
Select a minimum of seven (7) units from Group A.
|
Unit code |
Unit title |
|
BSBCRT401 |
Articulate, present and debate ideas |
|
BSBCRT402 |
Collaborate in a creative process |
|
BSBDES301 |
Explore the use of colour |
|
BSBDES305 |
Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
|
BSBDES401 |
Generate design solutions |
|
BSBDES403 |
Develop and extend design skills and practice |
|
BSBMGT402 |
Implement operational plan |
|
BSBSMB405 |
Monitor and manage small business operations |
|
BSBWOR204 |
Use business technology |
|
MSMWHS200 |
Work safely |
|
CUADIG303 |
Produce and prepare photo images |
|
CUADIG304 |
Create visual design components |
|
CUAACD302 |
Produce computer-aided drawings |
|
CUADES403 |
Research and apply techniques in spatial design |
|
CUAILL401 |
Research and apply techniques for illustrative work |
|
MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
|
MSMENV472 |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
|
MSFDN4001 |
Produce drawings from design concepts |
|
MSFID3001 |
Source and specify decoration products |
|
MSFID4003 |
Prepare a materials board for client presentation |
|
MSFID4004 |
Research and recommend furniture and accessories |
|
MSFID4005 |
Research and recommend soft furnishings for interiors |
|
MSFID4006 |
Research and recommend hard materials and finishes for interiors |
|
MSFID4007 |
Identify materials, construction techniques and methods used in building interiors |
|
MSFID4008 |
Assess interior light and recommend light fittings |
|
MSFID4009 |
Research architectural styles and movements |
|
MSFID4010 |
Research interior decoration and design influences |
Group B
Up to four (4) relevant units can be chosen from units not already selected from Group A, or units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses. Those units must be aligned at Certificate III level (maximum 1 unit), Certificate IV level (maximum 4 units) or Diploma level (maximum 1 unit).
Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses via Group B must be relevant to the qualification outcome and not duplicate units available within this qualification.
Qualification Mapping Information
Release 3 - CPCCOHS1001A replaced by MSMWHS200. Imported units updated. Equivalent.
Release 2 - Imported units updated. Equivalent.
Release 1 - New qualification. Supersedes and is based on LMF40408 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration. Outcomes are equivalent.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0601ab95-583a-4e93-b2d4-cfb27b03ed73
