Level 2 Certificate in Interior Design (RQF)

Level 2 Certificate in Interior Design (RQF)

This Course at a Glance

• The perfect creative outlet for interior enthusiasts
• Pick up skills you can apply to your existing interiors or renovations
• Turn your passion into a career or side hustle
• A comprehensive course at an affordable price
• Flexible learning enables fast completion
• Online study with no exams

About Your Certificate

If you’re the type of person who has a head full of creative ideas and a knack for imagining spaces in a totally new light, our online course provides you with an outlet to express your creative flair and feed your passion.

Stop idolising the images you see in online renovation accounts and start creating your own Insta-worthy spaces! This online Level 2 Certificate in Interior Design will teach you the tricks of the trade, so you can perform cosmetic makeovers on interiors with confidence.

You will study modules on colour, lighting, furniture and more to design spaces that look just as good as those you see in home magazines. What’s more, our easy-to-understand modules help break down interior design styles, movements, and terminology, so now you will know your Feng Shui from your Art Deco. All of this and more means you will easily be able to channel existing artistic skills into another area.

You will also be able to put your learning into practice by bringing designs to life through cutting-edge online assessments that will be marked by experts in the industry.

Getting Started

learndirect is the leading UK distance learning provider, enabling hobbyists and aspiring professionals to get the education they need to reach their goals, on their terms.

As soon as you enrol on the Level 2 Certificate in Interior Design, you can start learning how to transform interior spaces like the professionals! You’ll receive access to the learning materials and our professional team of tutors right away through our innovative online learning platform.

Learn on Your Terms 

Nothing should prevent a person from indulging their desire to learn. That’s why our online course is completely flexible and can be studied at any point in the day. There are no classes or timetables, so you can simply log on and study when you get home from work, once the kids are asleep or in the middle of the night if that’s what suits you best!

Modules

Unit 1: Understand Colour Theory for Interior Design

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand concepts and elements used within colour theory for interior design
• Know how to use colour in different periods and the impact colour has on space
• Understand the psychological associations with colour

Unit 2: Develop Interior Design Inspiration

On completion of this unit you will:

• Know sources of inspiration for interior design schemes and trends within the industry
• Be able to develop design schemes

Unit 3: Wall and Floor Finishes for Interior Design

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand wall finishes used in interior design
• Understand floor finishes used in interior design
• Be able to plan a design using wall and floor finishes

Unit 4: Window Treatments for Interior Design

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand the purpose of fabrics and suppliers for interior design
• Understand the impact soft furnishings have on room perceptions
• Understand how to measure windows for window treatments

Unit 5: Furniture for Interior Design

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand the key influences and a range of furniture
• Be able to select appropriate furniture and accessories and produce a furniture design

Unit 6: Technical Drawing for Interior Design

On completion of this unit you will:

• Be able to draw a floor plan to scale
• Be able to draw elevations to scale

Unit 7: Lighting for Interior Design

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand lighting concepts and a range of lighting products for Interior Design
• Be able to plan a design using lighting products

Entry Requirements

You don't need any prior knowledge or experience, however, you will need to be aged 16 or above to enrol.

Minimum Age restriction

16

Average completion timeframe

You have 24 months to complete this course, however it is possible to complete it in as little as 6 months with full time study. The average completion time for this course is approx 10 months.

Assessment requirements

There are no exams included in this course. Instead, you will put your learning into practice in a range of end-of-unit assignments. Once submitted to your tutor, you will receive feedback which will help you learn and progress.

Additional requirements

Throughout your learning journey, you will need access to various pieces of equipment and stationery to help support your learning. These will not all be required at once and can be sourced as and when needed. a. An A3 drawing board b. Clutch pencil c. Set of fine liners (0.3, 0.5, 0.7 nibs) d. Circular stencil, or compass for drawing circles e. Set squares 30/60 & 45/45 f. Architectural scale ruler g. Sketchbook h. Tracing paper i. Colouring mediums (e.g., colouring pencils, paint, chalk, pastels etc

Certification Timeframe

Certification can be expected approximately 1 month from the date you complete the course.

Course Fees

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

This course has no exams. Instead, your knowledge will be tested through a range of end-of-unit assessments which your tutor will provide feedback on to help you progress. 

TQUK

Upon completing this TQUK course that is regulated by Ofqual, you will be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Interior Design (Qualification Number: 610/1587/8).

Established in 2013, Training Qualifications UK are one of the most forward-thinking and agile Awarding Organisations in the UK. They work closely with both employers and providers to ensure learners receive qualifications that have impact in the workplace and help learners succeed in all walks of life.

This online Level 2 Certificate in Interior Design, while providing an outlet for creative expression, is also a perfect stepping stone to a career in interior design.

By studying everything to do with colour theory, wall and floor finishes, technical drawings and more, you’ll have a strong idea of how professional Interior Designers turn client briefs into incredible living or commercial spaces.

On the back of completing this course, you will have enough knowledge to start transforming spaces, as a hobby or in a paid capacity.

Further Qualifications and Prospects 

Should you want to stand out from the crowd of amateur and unqualified Interior Designers, you can solidify your position as a professional in this field by completing an industry-recognised Level 3 qualification.

learndirect’s Level 3 Diploma in Interior Design will elevate your knowledge, evidence your skills, and teach you everything you need to know about the role of the Interior Designer.

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