Understanding Antiques

What you will learn on this Antiques course

Section 1: Understanding Antiques

Gain an in-depth knowledge of key antique categories including furniture, ceramics, glass, silver, clocks, artworks, textiles, and rugs. Learn how to identify styles, materials, and craftsmanship to recognise authentic and valuable pieces.

Section 2: Understanding Styles in Antiques

Explore major design movements from the Regency period through to the post-war years, including Victorian, Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco. Understand how historical context and style evolution influence the value and appeal of antiques.

Section 3: How to Buy and Sell Antiques

Learn how to start collecting, assess value, buy from auctions and dealers, and sell effectively. Get practical guidance on choosing your niche, setting up to trade, and navigating the antiques market with confidence.

How Our Courses Work

Your first course materials will be sent to you when you enrol so you can start as soon as you want. You can then enjoy your course at your own pace, studying when it suits you and where it’s most comfortable. This gives you the freedom to learn around your existing job, family or other commitments or location (including overseas).

Course materials have been developed by experts and are clear and straightforward so your studying is easy and enjoyable.

All coursework assignments are included within your course. As you complete each assignment, simply send it to your tutor, who will mark and return it along with valuable, constructive feedback to help progress your skills further. (You can also contact your tutor or the support team for help at any point during your studies.) The remaining course materials will be sent to you as each assignment is completed.

After successfully completing all your assignments, you will receive the Regent Academy Diploma and the Quality Licence Scheme Certificate of Achievement at Level 4*.

Study Length

There are no deadlines for this course. Simply study in the comfort of your own home, and in your own time.

Your progress will depend upon how much time you’re able to commit to study. However, as a guide, most students tend to complete this course in approximately 6-10 months*.

* Timescales are approximate and depend upon application and motivation.

Certification

Quality Licence Scheme Certificate of Achievement at Level 4

You will also receive the Quality Licence Scheme Certificate of Achievement at Level 4* when you complete this course.

Quality Licence Scheme endorsement involves robust and rigorous quality audits by external auditors to ensure quality is continually met. A review of courses is carried out as part of the endorsement process.

Regent Academy Diploma

You will receive the Regent Academy Diploma when you successfully complete this course. With Regent Academy’s reputation this can be a highly sought-after addition to your CV and powerfully showcases your skills.

What’s Next

Completing this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to buy and sell antiques, build your own collections and potentially turn a profit on the items you sell.

You could turn what you’ve learned into a career or apply it to your existing role. For advice and support, get in touch with one of our tutors, or contact our support team from 9 am – 5 pm.

Course fee & how to enrol

There are two ways you can enrol

Pay the total course fee of £395* £316* in one sum and receive a £50 voucher towards the cost of your next course

or

Pay 9 monthly payments of £47.22* £38.44* (£30 administration fee included)