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Interior Design and Decoration Professionals

Study Method Online, Virtual
Institution Ulleo
Start Date Enrol anytime
Ulleo
In partnership with
IDA
  • Please note that Ulleo’s online short courses are not covered by government funding programs
  • Please note: You must be at least 16 to enrol in a course with Ulleo. If you are under 18 years old, you must provide written consent and a guarantee from a parent or legal guardian

Course overview

Unlock your future in interior design with the Interior Design and Decoration Professionals course. This industry-led short course can help you turn your passion into a practical skillset and help you take that first step towards starting your own interior design business.

Learn directly from industry experts who will help you master the skills, styles and best practices you need to succeed in today’s industry — and tomorrow’s.

  • Course content is created in collaboration with industry professionals
  • Immersive online learning experiences that cater to different learning styles
  • Fun, engaging video and interactive learning content
  • Lifetime exclusive access to a tight-knit community of like-minded learners
  • Interactive assessments allow learners to test your knowledge and go towards building your first professional portfolio

Who's It For?

  • You want to learn how to translate and execute your creative ideas
  • You want to learn from professionals making waves in the industry
  • You want engaging, video-led content
  • You’re after tangible outcomes
  • You’re ready to take a first step towards starting your own interior design business
  • You want to lead the way with sustainable design and make a difference

Job outcomes

  • Interior Designer
  • Interior Decorator
  • Property Stylist
  • Colour Consultant
  • Pre-Purchase Design Consultant
  • Retail Design and Colour Consultant

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What you'll learn

Industry Knowledge

  • Industry terminology so you can confidently talk to industry personnel
  • Design process to achieve your desired outcomes
  • Colour theory to provide the best advice to clients
  • Types of materials used when redesigning a space
  • Create mockups/drawings to visualise my ideas
  • Know how to do a client presentation
  • How to make simple modifications to space without the need of an architect
  • Plan a job with a set budget
  • The process of designing an indoor space
  • Know about specifying new products
  • Guidelines on how to source ethical and sustainable products

Industry Skills

  • How to work with architects on design planning
  • Progress with a career in Interior Design
  • Find out how to get trade deals from retailers
  • Understand the ins and outs of starting an interior design business
  • Which software can help design a space
  • Resolve tension with clients
  • Present a portfolio to potential clients

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location

Duration study load

  • Online and self-paced, learn at your own speed
  • Eight-lesson program completed in a maximum of 12 months
  • 40-60 hours of learning
  • As a general guide, we recommend that you dedicate approximately 6-8 hours per week to complete the required learning materials, activities and assessments

Course features

  • Course content is created in collaboration with industry professionals
  • Immersive online learning experiences that cater to different learning styles
  • Engaging video and interactive learning content
  • Lifetime exclusive access to a tight-knit community of like-minded learners
  • Interactive assessments that allow learners to test their knowledge and go towards building their first professional portfolio

Professional Recognition

Ulleo’s courses are a fantastic way to upskill or unlock a new career path without the time and cost commitments of a full-time degree.

Learning directly from a number of industry professionals, Ulleo’s short course equips you with in-demand, up-to-date knowledge and skills. Once completed, you might move directly into the industry or pursue further study.

Pathways to Further Study
Ulleo partners with various Higher Education and Registered Training Providers so that you can continue your learning journey – often with academic credit and/or discounted course fees!

Digital Badge & Certificate of Completion
At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Digital Badge (issued by Credly). This is a fantastic way to verify your knowledge and skills and stand out from the crowd to potential employers – simply add them to your LinkedIn profile, personal website or resume!

Assessment

Demonstrate your knowledge with real-world scenarios.

We believe the best way to learn is to put your new skills to the test in practical activities that can help prepare you for the real world working in interior design.

Develop a concept presentation

  • Throughout the course, you’ll be tasked with creating a concept presentation and pitch to showcase your new skills as you progress through the lessons

Mentor guidance

  • You’ll have the opportunity to gain feedback on your work directly from a course mentor who works in the industry
  • Optional fortnightly study nights where you can ask questions, about the course or the industry

Knowledge checks

  • There is an interactive quiz at the end of each lesson to help you test your knowledge
  • Each lesson contains a practical activity to help you hone your skills and apply them to real-world scenarios

Badges

Ulleo is partnered with Credly, to deliver you a badge upon completion of milestones throughout the course. You can share these badges with your network, and even display them on your Linkedin profile to showcase your course completion.

Essentials Badge

  • Gain this badge when you complete the six essential lessons in the Interior Design course

Business Fundamentals

  • This badge is awarded to students who complete the Making Your Mark: Business Fundamentals for Interior Design lesson

Sustainability Leadership

  • This badge is awarded to students who complete the Design for the Future: Sustainability Leadership for Interior Designers lesson

Subjects

Lessons
Design Fundamentals: Where it all begins
  • In this lesson, you will learn design basics with a strong focus on Environmentally Sustainable Design
  • You’ll learn about the elements and principles of design and experiment with the creative process
  • You will also use your newly developed knowledge about design history and design principles to form innovative ideas
Spatial Planning: Know what you’re working with
  • Develop a technical understanding of how to use space to your advantage
  • You’ll design solutions for a range of spaces and use drawing techniques to start designing your dream room
Lighting: The life source of space
  • In this lesson, you will learn about the science of lighting and how lighting design can make a massive difference to your space
  • You’ll study ambient, accented, and natural light and begin specifying lights for your dream room!
Colour: How to create a mood
  • Explore how colour can influence mood and behaviour
  • You will discover an array of colour schemes, combinations and designs, and learn how to use a colour wheel to choose colour schemes
Textiles, Fabrics & Finishes: It’s all in the detail!
  • In this lesson, you’ll evaluate and analyse the best use of textiles, fabrics and finishes
  • You will explore various types of materials, with a strong focus on sustainable solutions
Furniture & Styling, Art & Accessories: Bring your space to life
  • Explore furnishing solutions, art and accessories for both interior and exterior spaces
  • You’ll be given the tools to make the best decisions for your space, guided by key style and functionality insights
  • Learn how adding design elements to space can bring a room to life
Making Your Mark: Business fundamentals for Interior Designers in Interior Design
  • Looking to make a career change? This lesson will give you exactly what you need to launch into your new career in interiors
  • You will work towards defining your own interior design business goals, learn about various career opportunities within the interior design industry and start formulating your next steps
Design for the Future: Sustainability leadership for Interior Designers
  • The world is changing. So, how do we incorporate a sustainable lens into the design process?
  • In this lesson, you’ll learn about Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD), selecting sustainable materials/supply chain practices, and how to design with durability, low waste, and health and wellbeing in mind

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Payment options

Ulleo offers affordable payment options to help you start your studies sooner:

  • Upfront payment (possible discounts for eligible candidates)
  • Third-party finance (subject to lender approval criteria)

Tuition fees include course delivery and assessment, online study material and dedicated student support services. Please note this course does not qualify for VET FEE-Help or other assisted government funding. Access to Third-party finance is subject to lender approval criteria. 

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About Ulleo

At Ulleo, we offer flexible and affordable online short courses co-created with Australia’s leading industry experts.

Whether you’re looking to start a new career path or explore a new passion, our engaging learning experience provides skills for now and into the future. As a Ulleo student, you’ll receive support and advice from industry mentors — practising professionals eager to share their knowledge.

As a profit-with-purpose company, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. As of 2024, we’ve planted over 7,000 trees on behalf of our students!

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