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




