The Interior Decorating - Residential online certificate program is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and professionalism required for a successful career in the field of residential interior decorating. Students learn the basic skills of drawing and creating floor plans, space plans, effective use of materials and the ability to co-ordinate residential interior decorating projects through hands-on practical application. Areas covered include colour theory, lighting and accessories, fabrics and window treatments, antiques and furniture styles, as well as floor plans, space planning and presentations.
Upon successful completion of this program students will have a complete and professional portfolio for employment purposes.
This program is recognized by the Decorators & Designers Association of Canada.
Admission Requirements
Mature Student Assessment for this program is available in the subject of English for the purpose of demonstrating proficiency in this required admission subject. For all other admission requirements, applicants must complete the required course(s) as listed above. For more information, please contact counselling@lambtoncollege.ca. Review the Mature Student Admission process.
Academic admission requirements can be obtained through Academic Upgrading and the Pre-Programs at Lambton College.
Courses
IDEC-1003 Introduction to Interior Decorating
IDEC-1013 Floor Plans, Space Planning & Presentations
IDEC-1023 Lighting & Accessories
IDEC-1033 Interior Materials & Surfaces
COM-1113 Workplace Communications
IDEC-1043 Fabrics & Window Treatments
IDEC-1053 Antiques & Furniture Styles
IDEC-1103 Colour & Application
IDEC-1073 AutoCad for Interior Design
IDEC-1093 Designing Kitchens & Bathrooms
IDEC-2003 Advanced Interior Decorating
SOCM-1223 Digital Presence for Today's Business
IDEC-1083 Sales & Business Practices
GED-XXX3 General Education Elective
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
