Study interior design at your own pace and earn a certificate endorsed by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC. Practical skills, industry mentor support.
Study interior design at your own pace and earn a certificate endorsed by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC. Practical skills, industry mentor support.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Design Fundamentals
Spatial Planning
Lighting
Colour Theory
Materiality
Furniture & Styling
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC.
Personalised support from industry mentor Jenna Cottis, including detailed assignment feedback, private messaging, and participation in discussion boards. Feedback provided within 14–21 days.
Includes CV reviews and interview preparation to help students stand out in the job market.
Exclusive student ID card providing discounts on travel, accommodation, and more.
Free access to over 50 titles in the CCH eBook Library to support learning and knowledge development.
Students are invited to live interactive sessions including concept development workshops, moodboard demonstrations, space planning walkthroughs, Q&A sessions and guest sessions with designers and architects.
Free access to over 50 titles to enhance learning and knowledge.
The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.
Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
This Interior Design course covers the core principles and practices of interior design, from space planning and colour theory to moodboard development and concept creation. Students work through approximately 80 hours of content, with 6 months of access to complete study at a pace that suits them. Live workshops and guest sessions with designers and architects add a practical, real-world dimension to the online learning.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits people who want to move into interior design, decoration, or property styling, as well as those already working in a related field who want to formalise their skills. No prior design experience is required to get started.
Students receive personalised feedback on assignments from industry mentor Jenna Cottis, with responses provided within 14 to 21 days. The course also includes career coaching, CV reviews, and interview preparation to help students take their next step with confidence.
Enquire about this course and a course advisor from The Career Academy NZ will be in touch with pricing and next steps.
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Last updated: July 2026