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Six short-term interior design courses you need to know about

These programs will teach you the tricks of the trade

Learn from experienced stylists, decorators and colour experts and uncover their tips for creating beautiful home interiors. These courses are both classroom-based and online so there’s something for everyone.

Sydney Design School

What you need to know:

  • Course: Certificate IV in Interior Decoration
  • Duration: 6 months starting in January or July
  • Time: Two days per week 9:30am-4:30pm
  • Location: Sydney, Australia 
  • Cost: $8,950 (GST free) 

You can complete the course during nights or online. The school offers Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas for those wishing to further their eduction.

 

 

Interior Design Institute

What you need to know:

  • Course: Diploma of Interior Design
  • Duration: 24 weeks (up top 12 months)
  • Location: Online
  • Cost: $1,099.00 

 

 

Coco Republic

What you need to know:

  • Course: Styling Essentials 101
  • Duration: Seven weeks
  • Time: 9:30am-4:30pm every Thursday on campus
  • Location: Alexandria, Sydney, NSW
  • Cost: $3,250

They have a range of shorter courses focusing on different elements such as colour or decorating. 

 

 

The Decorating School

What you need to know:

  • Course: Plan. Decorate. Live
  • Duration: Six weeks
  • Location: Online
  • Cost: $497

 

 

Temple & Webster

What you need to know:

  • Course: Styling your living space
  • Duration: 10 hours
  • Location: Online
  • Cost: $295

 

 

Australian Academy of Interior Design

What you need to know:

  • Course: Certificate in Interior Design
  • Duration: Three months
  • Location: Home study
  • Cost: $650.00

This course is also offered in a classroom.

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