Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces
Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces
LMF40609
W733
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 19/10/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to design kitchens, bathrooms and interior spaces to meet client requirements.
Job roles/employment outcomes
The Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces targets those designing kitchens, bathrooms and other interior spaces that typically feature built-in cabinetry and furniture. Employment outcomes include small business operators in kitchen and bathroom design or product supply, and specialist design personnel.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop specialist kitchen and bathroom design skills. However, units in the qualification also support the application of design skills to other interior spaces. It is suitable for those working in the kitchens and bathroom industries, or with furnishing, joinery or cabinet making skills, in order to prepare them for providing a design service in these industries.
Pathways into the qualification
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMF30409 Certificate III in Cabinet Making, LMF32009 Certificate III in Kitchen and Bathrooms (Client Services), LMF31908 Certificate III in Interior Decoration (Retail Services), LMF40408 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration, or achieved equivalent industry experience, for example, in the areas of interior decoration and design, sales and marketing of kitchen or bathroom products and designs, or manufacture of cabinets and components.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include LMF50408 Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration.
Licensing considerations
Depending on the state and territory where work is undertaken, licensing may relate to this qualification to enable the candidate to conduct work on-site or manage implementation of designs. At the minimum, licensing requirements will usually involve construction induction training covered by the unit CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces, competency must be achieved in twenty (20) units of competency, made up of:- thirteen (13) core units of competency
- seven (7) elective units of competency
Assessment must be conducted in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines. Units must be selected according to the rules described below
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WA98 | Design Cadetship |
1. Core Units
Select all thirteen (13) units from this list
2. Group A - Elective Units
Select seven (7) units of competency as below:
- a minimum of two (2) must be chosen from either Group A OR Group B specialisation units
- a maximum of five (5) may be selected from Group A, B or C
Group A - Kitchen Specialisation
Note: The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA626 | LMFKB4001A | Determine spatial planning considerations for kitchen design | 75 | Unit of competency |
| WA627 | LMFKB4002A | Research and recommend materials, components and finishes for kitchen designs | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Electives
A minimum of two (2) must be chosen from either Group A OR Group B specialisation units
Group B - Bathroom Specialisation
Note: The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA629 | LMFKB4004A | Determine spatial planning considerations for bathroom design | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WA630 | LMFKB4005A | Research and recommend materials, components and finishes for bathroom designs | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Electives
Group C - General Electives
Note: The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA341 | LMFID4008A | Assess interior light and recommend light fittings | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D0659 | BSBDES301A | Explore the use of colour | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WA342 | LMFID4009A | Research architectural styles and movements | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J743 | MSF40313 | Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
2. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
3. Further information on this qualification are available on the national training website NTIS or the future training.gov.au.
4. The program outline has been entered into STARS by Curriculum Services, Dept of Training and Workforce Development on 29/12/2010.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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