Interior Decorator - Saskatchewan

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Introduction

Interior decorating refers to the art and science of making an interior space more aesthetically pleasing and functionally useful for its inhabitants. This diploma program will train students to be professional interior decorators and home stagers along with providing the necessary skills for students to successfully own and operate their own business. Topics include but are not limited to the following:

Understanding and meeting the needs of your client
Colour theory
Colour psychology
Decorating with furniture
Elements and principles of design
Decorating styles
Floors
Walls
Window treatments
Accessories
Scale drawing
Lighting
Fabric
Home staging
3D design
Business planning

Program Notes

The only full-time decorating diploma in the province of Saskatchewan registered with Decorators & Designers Association of Canada (DDA).

Graduate Requirements: Students must achieve minimum overall average of 75% to obtain a diploma.

Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instructions.

An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program.

Method of Delivery

Combination of:

Integrated Learning System training facilitated by AOLCC Facilitators (12 flexible hours per week)
Instructor-led classes (12 set hours per week)

* Not all programs are offered at each location.

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Career Opportunities

Interior Decorators are employed by:

Decorating firms
Design firms
Commercial and residential real estate agencies
Re-design firms
Architectural firms
Floor covering businesses
Window covering businesses
Commercial and residential paint and wallpaper companies
Wholesale and retail furniture stores
Kitchen & bath design companies
Wholesale and retail lighting companies
Interior and exterior textile businesses
Retail business consultation services
Stage and set-design companies
And more…

Upon graduation students will have the necessary skills to own and operate their own business.

Duties and Responsibilities

Developing detailed plans, budgets and schedules to meet the needs of the client.

CORE COURSES

Upon completion of the program the participant must demonstrate the following core competencies:

Keyboarding
Minimum 25 words per minute (WPM).
Business Skills
Business Correspondence Level 1, Business Planning, Grammar Essentials for Business Writing
Word Processing
Proficiency in Microsoft Word
Spreadsheets
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Graphic/Presentations
Microsoft PowerPoint Levels 1 and 2
Office Skills
Office Procedures Level 1, Human Resource Management
Accounting
Bookkeeping Level 1 and Level 2
Job Readiness/Employability Skills
Job Search & Resume Writing and Thought Patterns for a Successful Career
Interior Decorator
Interior Decorator Level I, Interior Decorator Level II, Computer Applications for Design, 3D Design
Professional Practice

Program Type:

Diploma
Anticipated salary:

C$31,367 – C$68,641 (Information from PayScale Canada)
Program Duration:

41 Weeks
Program Notes:

Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.
Program Category:

Business