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    National code: MSF40318

    Certificate IV in Kitchen and Bathroom Design

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Launch your career as a kitchen and bathroom designer and use your eye for detail and creative flair for interiors to help design stylish and functional bathrooms and kitchens. This course qualifies you to work with leading companies or start your own business.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Plan kitchen and bathroom projects

    • Research and recommend materials for kitchens and bathrooms

    • Produce digital models for interior design projects

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • Confidence to showcase your work to industry experts

    • Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities

    • Develop the skills to start your own business

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • Completed at least year 10 of high school

    • A genuine interest in design and design materials

    • Good English, math and communication skills

    • The ability to work as part of a team or alone

    • Great interpersonal skills

    • You can follow a routine and ask for help if you need it.

    • You can understand documents you see often in everyday life.

    • You can write short sentences and paragraphs that others can understand.

    • You can speak clearly and explain your thoughts in a group.

    • You can solve maths problems you often see in real life.

    • You can turn on a digital device and follow simple steps.

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

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    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: interior designer, kitchen and bathroom designer and sales representatives for kitchen and bathroom component suppliers.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Certificate IV in Kitchen and Bathroom Design does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study0 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    The Certificate IV in Kitchen and Bathroom Design does not have any post-graduate courses.

    Related study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Certificate IV in Kitchen and Bathroom Design does not have any related courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Kitchen and Bathroom Design qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 16 Units of competency, including 11 core and 5 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Design ancillary residential cabinetryMSFKB4011

    • Document residential building servicesMSFKB4013

    • Determine spatial planning considerations for kitchen designMSFKB4009

    • Plan kitchen and bathroom projectsMSFKB3011

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

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