National Certificate 3 in Art Skills

Program Description

The National Certificate 3 in Art Skills is a fundamental credential intended to enhance students’ technical proficiency, artistic inventiveness, and practical skills in a range of artistic mediums. Students can acquire fundamental knowledge and useful abilities in drawing, painting, sculpting, mixed media, and contemporary art practices through this program’s structured and practical learning environment.

As they develop their creativity and artistic expression, students will study the history of art, fundamental drawing skills, figure drawing, painting techniques, color application, and the fundamentals of sculpture. In order to display students’ artistic progress and professional potential, the curriculum also places a strong emphasis on experimenting through mixed-media art, portfolio building, and exhibition preparation. Along with technical artistic abilities, students will gain professionalism, critical thinking, computer skills pertinent to the creative industry, workplace communication, and understanding of occupational health and safety.

The National Certificate 3 in Art Skills offers a solid foundation for people looking to start or progress a career in the creative and visual arts industry. It is taught through hands-on workshop-based learning under the guidance of knowledgeable trainers. It also provides a route to professional specialization and additional education in subjects relating to art and design.

Course Information

Qualification Code:   SOC-06L3-V3-24

Qualification:              National Certificate 3

Intake Months:          January / June / September

Credits:                       57

Study Mode:               Full Time

Duration:                     4 – 6 Months

Delivery Mode:           Face to Face 

Medium:                      English

Entry Requirements

General Entry

  • Completion of Basic Education OR
  • Attainment of a Level 2 qualification

Alternative Entry

  • 18 years of age AND
  • Ability to communicate in the language of instruction

Program Modules

Common Competencies

SOC-02-CM01-V2-24 –      Apply occupational health and safety requirements

SOC-01-CM02-V2-24 –      Apply work ethics and optimise professionalism

SOC-01-CM03-V2-24 –      Practice effective workplace communication

SOC-06-CM01-V3-24 –      Apply critical thinking techniques

SOC-01-CM06-V2-24 –      Perform computer operations

Core Competencies

SOC-06-CC01-V3-24 –       Understand the history of arts

SOC-06-CC02-V3-24 –       Practice foundations of drawing

SOC-06-CC03-V3-24 –       Understand painting fundamentals and use of colours

SOC-06-CC04-V3-24 –       Perform figure drawing

SOC-06-CC05-V3-24 –       Apply drawing techniques and painting methods

SOC-06-CC06-V3-24 –       Understand basic sculpting techniques 

SOC-06-CC07-V3-24 –       Practice mixed media and experimental art 

SOC-06-CC08-V3-24 –       Undertake portfolio development and contemporary art practices 

SOC-06-CC09-V3-24 –       Prepare for art exhibition 

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the National Certificate 3 in Art Skills, graduates may pursue employment and freelance opportunities in the creative arts and design industry, including:

  • Visual Artist
  • Assistant Art Teacher / Art Facilitator
  • Illustrator (Entry-Level)
  • Gallery or Exhibition Assistant
  • Creative Arts Assistant
  • Mural or Decorative Artist
  • Freelance Artist / Commission Artist
  • Craft and Handmade Product Creator
  • Art Studio Assistant
  • Community Arts Program Assistant

This qualification also provides a pathway for further studies and career development in fine arts, graphic design, visual communication, multimedia arts, animation, interior decoration, and other creative disciplines.

Course Fee

Registration:   500 MVR

Monthly:          2, 000 MVR

Total:               12, 000 MVR