Interior Decorating and Visual Display

Code	5827
Diploma	DVS
Sector	Arts
Length of training	1800 hours
Approximate duration in months	17 months
Number of credits	120
Status	Program approved in 2010.

This program is offered in French:
5327 - Décoration intérieure et présentation visuelle

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Program Objectives

The Interior Decorating and Visual Display program aims to train interior decorators and those who create shop displays.

Interior decorators will plan and execute decorative projects, keeping in mind the needs of the client, whether private or commercial. The decorators are often employees of decorator shops but may also be independently employed.

Display managers plan and execute display projects, display new products and exposition tables and materials. Usually commercial specialists or visual presentation specialists, these professionals can also be self employed.

In both cases, interior decorators can create displays as well as offer decorating advice, specifically in a commercial setting. Those who are independently employed will need to promote and market their services.

Program Content

Code	Statement of Competency	Hours	Credits
979-101	Determine their suitability for the occupation and the training process	15	1
979-116	Apply the potential uses of colour	90	6
979-124	Use sources of work-related information	60	4
979-136	Propose materials for a project	90	6
979-148	Produce rough sketches, freehand drawings and perspective drawings	120	8
979-158	Produce technical drawings	120	8
979-166	Propose combinations of furniture and décor or display elements	90	6
979-174	Propose window and bed treatments and light upholstering	60	4
979-184	Light a space	60	4
979-193	Establish interpersonal relationships at work	45	3
979-206	Sell products and services	90	6
979-214	Perform related administrative tasks	60	4
979-228	Propose a residential interior decorating project	120	8
979-238	Propose an interior decorating project based on modular, built-in elements	120	8
979-248	Propose an interior decorating project for a public space	120	8
979-256	Build décor elements	90	6
979-266	Design a space for promotional purposes	90	6
979-278	Design a window display	120	8
979-288	Design a space for a special event	120	8
979-298	Integrate into the workplace	120	8
		1800	120

Admission Conditions and Prerequisites

To be eligible for admission to this program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Persons holding a Secondary School Diploma or its recognized equivalent, for example, an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary V studies, or a postsecondary diploma such as the Diploma of College Studies or a Bachelor's degree
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Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary IV credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition for equivalent learning
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test (see the following table), or recognition of equivalent learning
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Persons who have obtained Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in programs established by the Minister are required to pursue general education courses, concurrently with their vocational training, in order to obtain the Secondary IV credits they lack in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in programs established by the Minister.

Functional Prerequisites

A person who has reached the age of 18 can be admitted to a program of study leading to a Diploma of vocational studies (DVS) based on functional prerequisites. These prerequisites, in place for those aged at least 18 years at the start date declared for the vocational training program, are: successful completion of the general development test (GDT) and obtaining and passing the tests relative to the specific prerequisites in the language of instruction and mathematics, if applicable.

This table indicates the new course codes for common core basic education (CCBE) and diversified basic education (DBE) required for the specific prerequisites in language of instruction and mathematics for the targeted program of study. In the cases where the new course codes for the CCBE and the DBE are in progressive implementation, the old codes are indicated in parenthesis and are still valid. The equivalent course codes in basic education in the youth sector are also indicated in the table. When a DVS does not require any specific prerequisites in language of instruction or in mathematics, a (-) will be displayed in the appropriate field. Please note that the functional prerequisites do not apply to attestation of vocational specialty (AVS) programs.

Specific Prerequisites

Language of instruction		Second language		Mathematics
Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth
ENG-3101-1 et ENG-3102-2 ou (ENG-3070-3)	632-306 ou (630-316)	-	-	MTH-3053-2 ou (MTH-3016-2)	563-306 ou (568-314)

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New Frontiers SB

Vocational Training Centre	Group	Status	D/E	Start Date
Nova Career Centre	5827F25D		D	Aug. 18th, 2025

Montréal

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Lester-B.-Pearson SB

Vocational Training Centre	Group	Status	D/E	Start Date
Pearson Electrotechnology Centre	ID250407		D	Apr. 7th, 2025
	ID250120		D	Jan. 20th, 2025

Interior Decorator

Interior decorators offer solutions and suggestions for curtains, kitchen cabinets, furniture, or materials. They produce sketches and decoration schemes for homes, commercial spaces and offices. They suggest colour schemes, set up layouts and visual presentations for commercial spaces, window displays or exhibition booths. They may be required to create design elements. This is a creative occupation that requires drawing and communication skills. A career as a decorator is suitable for people who follow trends, are versatile, courteous and meticulous.