Interior Decorating Program
14 Months
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What you'll learn
The Interior Decorating diploma program at The Maritime College prepares creative students to design functional, stylish, and inspiring interior spaces for residential and commercial environments.
Students learn the principles of interior design, colour theory, space planning, furnishings, materials, and visual presentation while developing practical decorating and client consultation skills.
Why this Program?
Creative Hands-On Learning
Students learn by developing real decorating concepts and design projects.
Portfolio Development
The program helps students create a professional portfolio that showcases their creativity and design abilities.
Industry-Relevant Skills
Students gain practical decorating and presentation skills applicable to residential and commercial spaces.
Client-Focused Training
The program emphasizes communication and consultation skills needed for working with clients and project planning.
Areas of study
Students gain practical knowledge in:
• Interior Decorating Principles
• Colour Theory
• Space Planning
• Furniture & Décor Selection
• Lighting Design
• Residential & Commercial Design
• Textiles & Materials
• Visual Presentation
• Client Consultation
• Drafting & Design Concepts
Industry Software Training
Design Software & Tools
Students may gain experience using industry-relevant design and presentation software to support project planning and visual communication.
Hands-On Experience
Students complete creative design projects and portfolio work to showcase their decorating abilities and design concepts
Admission Requirements
What you'll need to apply:
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Have an interest in creativity, design, and visual aesthetics
Demonstrate communication and organizational skills
Be motivated to work on creative projects and client-focused environments
Testimonial
We Value Our Students Experience
"An amazing program taught by people that know the industry and are willing to share the tools needed to go directly into the field."
Wayne MacEachern
Counselling Skills/Social-Human Services Graduate
"I’ve had nothing but great experiences since my start on March 21, 2022. Everything from the staff and course content has been wonderful and I am excited to finish!"
Devrick Swaine
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