Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Interior Decoration Retail Services
Certificate III in Interior Decoration Retail Services
MSF31018
BEC7
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 21/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 4.00 | 08/12/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 3.00 | 03/06/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 07/05/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 03/12/2018 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who provide practical assistance and advice to customers on furnishing products in a retail, showroom or domestic environment.
They use discretion and judgment in their work roles and adapt and transfer skills and knowledge to different customer situations and needs. Furnishing products may include soft furnishings, furniture, flooring, window coverings or kitchen and bathroom items
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = thirteen (13)- five (5) core units
- eight (8) elective units, consisting of:
- at least one (1) unit from Group A
- at least five (5) units from Group B
- up to two (2) units from Group A, Group B, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses must not duplicate units available within this qualification.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWC20 | MSMSUP102 | Communicate in the workplace | 26 | Unit of competency |
| AWX30 | SIRXCEG001 | Engage the customer | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AWC13 | MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWC31 | MSMSUP106 | Work in a team | 26 | Unit of competency |
| AWC15 | MSMWHS200 | Work safely | 26 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least one (1) of the eight (8) electives required must be selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEL08 | MSFSF3018 | Advise customers on interior decoration products | 52 | Unit of competency |
| OBP19 | MSFGN3003 | Advise customers on products and services | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WI512 | MSFGN2001 | Make measurements and calculations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODZ43 | MSFFDM4009 | Match furnishing style and materials to customer requirements | 24 | Unit of competency |
| OEJ76 | MSFSF3017 | Measure up and calculate fabric quantities for window coverings | 56 | Unit of competency |
| OAJ77 | MSFFL3052 | Plan and cost flooring technology work | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEK76 | MSFKB3012 | Plan kitchen and bathroom projects | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OAI57 | MSFKB3009 | Provide advice on modular kitchens | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OAJ70 | MSFFL3058 | Provide advice to customers on floor coverings | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEM31 | MSFFP2019 | Source and review information about kitchen, bathroom and laundry design | 55 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least five (5) of the eight (8) electives required must be selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J738 | MSF31013 | Certificate III in Interior Decoration Retail Services | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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