• You have a passion for the Fashion and Textile Industry.
• You want to express your creativity in tangible products like clothes, textiles and accessories.
• You want a hands-on business career in the fashion and textile industry that is evolving with technology, sustainability and ethics at the forefront such as eco-fashion, biodegradable fabrics, or zero waste clothing.

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course for you, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must:

• Want to explore an interest in fashion and garment creation.
• Want to develop your creativity, imagination and artistic skill.
• Possess well-developed communication skills.
• Demonstrate good organisational skills.
• Show effective time-management.
• Have good hand-eye coordination, with attention to detail.
• Show dedication, confidence and self-motivation.
• Possess reasonable degree of physical ability to complete cutting and machining tasks.
• Understand other peoples’ perspectives and opinions and respect for their views.
• Show ability to follow instructions, Work Health and Safety procedures and avoid safety risks.
• Express tolerance, patience and the willingness to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

This course develops skills in fashion design concepts, pattern making, industry sewing techniques for stretch and woven garments as well as gaining an understanding of fabrics and sustainability. Planning your designs as well as creating individual patterns and garment prototypes, mending and altering garments are also covered, assisting you to start your own business or employment in the fashion industry.

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on-site and/or online as outlined in the study mode; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research and complete assessment requirements. 

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from diverse backgrounds, share ideas and build trust.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with others and be open to feedback.
• Problem Solving: Look for solutions and clarity when solving problems: ask questions, consider alternatives and respond to challenges
• Initiative: Be proactive and motivated, and seek help when necessary
• Planning: Manage time well, prioritise and complete tasks efficiently
• Self-Management: Reflect on your performance to grow and succeed in your studies. By taking responsibility for successes and failures, we become more resilient and confident.
• Learning: Recognise and build on your strengths to embrace the knowledge and experience offered in your study program, including:
  • Correctly identify a fabric or textile from its visual and physical properties.
  • Develop patterns using basic patternmaking principles.
  • Create computer assisted design mood boards to visually present design, colour and textile ideas
  • Use a range of sewing machines to align and sew pattern pieces according to the fabric and product type.
  • Troubleshoot common problems to use machines confidently including how to control sewing machines’ speed and tension.
  • Apply principles and elements of fashion design to create and embellish your own designer garments.
  • Engage in sustainable practices when producing textiles and clothing.
  • Contribute to health and safety of self and others.
• Technology: Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning including creating digital pattern blocks and fashion trade sketches.