InTeRIoR DeCoRATInGDURHAM ColleGe CeRTIfICATe

PRoGRAM oUTCoMeSUpon successful completion of this program, graduates have reliably demonstrated the following learning outcomes:• Prepareandpresentprofessionaldecoratingplansthatmeetclientneedswithinavarietyofresidentialsettingsbyintegrating knowledgeofmaterialsandfinishes,designprinciples,colourtheory,lightingapplications,furniturehistory,projectbudgeting andcurrenttrends.• Prepareandpresentdesignboardsthatutilizemanualdraftinganddrawing,computer-aidedillustration,andother2Dand3D illustration/presentationtechniquesasappropriate.• Applyeffectivebusinesspracticestoclientinteractions,promotion,marketingandsalesactivities,andsmall businessmanagementtasks.• Collaboratewithappropriateindustryprofessionalswhichmayincludevendors,contractors,buildingprofessionals,andother designspecialists.• Applycreativityandcurrenttrendstoallaspectsofadesignproject.

CAReeR oPPoRTUnITIeSGraduates from the one-year certificate program may find employment in entry level positions in:• Architectoffices;• Boutiquestores;• Condominiumcorportations;• Decorstudios;• Engineeringoffices;• Galleriesandmuseums;• Hotels;• Interiordesignoffices;• Model/builderhomes;• Propertymanagementoffices;• Restaurants;and• Retailstores.

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Interior decorators are in great demand, can work part- or full-time and can earn a good income. Imagine running your own business and meeting lots of new and interesting people. You will gain satisfaction by making your vision a reality. You can help businesses, homeowners and apartment renters to beautify their spaces or you can exercise your creativity by working on specialty projects like yachts, bed and breakfasts and day spas.

Revised: 01/13