Are you thinking about starting a career as an Interior Designer? Have you considered setting up your own business and making an income as an Interior Designer? Or maybe you have always wanted to study Interior Design to improve your own home? If you have answered yes to any of these questions then this is the course for you.

As an Interior Designer you will consult with your clients to plan and carry out the design of their interior and furnishings.  This course covers a whole range of aspects relating to interior design and the elements that need to be considered in the planning stages.

The objectives of the Interior Design course are to:

• describe the history of interior design, classic design styles and the work of leading designers
• investigate the seven design elements which contribute to a design
• explore the room elements which influence a design effect
• undertake an interior design project
• develop a business plan for establishing a design business

This course is fully accredited and approved by ASET

What previous skills or qualifications are needed to register for this course?

There are no previous skills or qualifications. THis ocurse presumes no prior knowledge of Interior Design.

What qualification is awarded upn completion?

Every succesful student will be awarded the ASET Level 3 Diploma. A full recognised award. This Course leads to an ASET Level 3 Award Certificate for successful learners. That means that it is independantly accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NFQ) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (in which case GCSE's are at levels 1 and 2 and A Levels are at level 3).

Professional Membership

During your course of study on our Interior Design ASET Level 3 Diploma Course you may apply for student membership to the British Interior Design Association (www.bida.org).

The British Interior Design Association is the only professional interior design association in the UK. As membership to the BIDA is selective, it sets designer Members apart from other designers. It is the potential client's guarantee of professional interior design.

What is the duration of this course?

All students have one year to complete from the date of registration. Average completion time is approx 120 hours.

What is included in the cost of this course?

• All study materials
• Study Guide
• Full Tutor and Admin support
• The course fee includes the ASET registration and certification fee

Do I have to sit an exam?

No! This course is completed using continual assesment, allowing your tutor to closely monitor your progress all the way.

What if I have any questions relating to my course?

No problem! All students registered for this course will have access to a personal tutor via email or telephone. Monday to friday. Details of who your tutor is will be in your course pack.

What is the course syallabus?

The course is broken down into the following modules:

The Background

• The origins of Interior design
• Influences through the ages

The Background cont.

• Great Designers of our recent past
• Defining a style

Design Elements

• Space
• Colour
• Balance

Design Elements cont.

• Texture & Pattern
• Scale
• Line
• Form

Room Elements

• Furniture
• Flooring

Room Elements cont.

• Lighting
• Walls
• Windows

Room Elements cont.

• Doors
• Fabrics
• Accessories

The Project

• Planning the project
• Space planning
• Choosing a colour scheme
• Choosing flooring
• Choosing wall treatments

The Project cont.

• Choosing lighting
• Choosing furniture
• Choosing window dressings
• Arranging the furniture
• Choosing accessories
• The results
• Tools of the trade

Making a living from Interior design

• Have you got what it takes to be an Interior Designer?
• Setting up a small business
• Business plan

Making a living from Interior design cont.

• Tax
• VAT
• Insurance
• Health & safety

What are the career opportunities and salary potential when working in this field?

When giving our students careers advice, we like to leave it to the experts. Visit www.s1jobs.com and see for yourself. You will find thousands of national employment opportunities at your fingertips, giving you relevant and up to date information. By visiting them you will get the real facts.

Can you send me this info in the post?

Unfortunately not, we list all our course details online including fees, duration and syllabus. By doing this we are able to keep our fees to a minimum. Please contact us if you have further questions.

Can I pay the course fees in instalments?

Yes no problem at all. Take a look at the payment method page in the top right hand corner for further details. Payment plans can only be arranged by calling FREE on 0800 0131030. All payment plans incur a £15.00 admin charge.

What if I receive my course and it’s not suitable?

We offer a seven day money back guarantee on this course. If for any reason you are not happy please return it to our office within seven days of receipt and we will refund your money. Please be aware all courses require a signature upon receipt. The seven day period starts from the date it is signed for. No refunds are given after seven days whatever the circumstances. Money back guarantee excludes postage costs. It is also the student’s responsibility to cover return postage costs. All returns must be sent recorded delivery to our trading address shown on the contact us page.