Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion Course Code MST40222

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Duration

Part Time
2 years
Full Time
1 year

Delivery

On Campus

Intakes

Campus

Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Course Overview

The MST40222 Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion is designed for people looking to develop practical and creative skills for the fashion, apparel and clothing production industry. It also provides a pathway to further study in applied fashion design and technology.You'll learn about fashion design, patternmaking, garment construction and production, working with fabrics, textiles and emerging materials to bring your ideas to life. You'll also explore sustainable fashion and the circular economy, develop garment patterns and styles, and produce commercial-quality samples and clothing.As your skills develop, you'll gain experience using digital design technology and specialised garment machinery, while learning about quality assurance and how to communicate your designs through patterns and production specifications.

Career Opportunities

Fashion design assistant
Garment production assistant
Apparel production assistant
Fashion retail assistant
Design room assistant
Production room assistant
Fashion and apparel production roles

Pathway to further studies

<a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/arts-and-design/fashion/higher-education/bachelor-of-fashion-design">BFD23 - Bachelor of Fashion Design</a>

Studying the Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion at Holmesglen

Study the MST40222 Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion at Holmesglen's <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/about-us/campuses/chadstone">Chadstone campus</a>, where you'll learn in dedicated fashion studios and practical training spaces designed to support hands-on learning.You'll work on practical fashion projects that allow you to experience the process of developing ideas into finished outcomes, with guidance from teachers who bring industry knowledge into the learning environment.Studying at Chadstone also places you within Holmesglen's broader arts and design learning community, where practical experience, creative development and industry-focused learning are central to your studies.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must be at least 17 years old and older and must have completed year 11.

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and attend a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

TimeTable

To receive the qualification, you must complete 20 units, comprising: • 8 core units • 12 elective units Full-time study The course is completed over 2 semesters (1 year) of full-time study, with classes delivered 4 days per week. Each study day focuses on a different area of the fashion industry, with units grouped into four key industry skill areas: • Design • Patternmaking • Garment Construction and Production • Materials and Technology

Core units

Unit code	Unit name
MSTGN2014	Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace
MSTGN3018	Support sustainable practice in apparel and textile design and production
MSMWHS200	Work safely
MSTAT3001	Produce technical drawings of garments
MSTFD4023	Calculate cost estimates for TCF products
MSTGN4023	Interact and network with TCF industry participants
MSTGN3021	Match fabrics to performance and handling requirements
MSTGN4024	Quality assure textile products

Elective units

Unit code	Unit name
MSTAT4002	Contribute to development of preliminary garment design concepts
MSTAT3002	Develop patterns using basic patternmaking principles
MSTGN2023	Identify and handle fabrics and textiles
CUAACD411	Integrate colour theory and design processes
MSTAT2005	Sew materials by machine
MSTGN4022	Communicate design concepts
MSTGN4025	Use digital design tools
MSTAT4003	Contribute to garment design refinement and production processes
MSTAT4008	Create standard-size garment patterns from existing blocks
MSTAT4016	Cut and sew design prototypes
MSTAT4015	Determine and perform advanced garment repairs and alterations
MSTAT4011	Drape fabrics to make patterns

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

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Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

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Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will receive the MST40222 - Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion. Holmesglen recognises relevant qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). You may be eligible for credit transfer, this may reduce the number of units you need to complete. Recognition is assessed in accordance with Holmesglen’s relevant policies and procedures.

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Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt	Cost
Full Fee	$22,567
Government subsidised	$7,744
Concession	$1,549

Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees	Cost
Materials fee	$510
General Services Fee	$85 Per Semester
General Services Fee (Concession)	$43 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the General Services Fee (GSF) page.

Additional Course Cost

The indicative additional course costs for this course are approximately $200. This is for items including, but not limited to • Major project materials • Basic Sew Kits Materials You are Required to Bring to class: *Please note: The specific brands listed are recommended for quality and reliability. However, you may choose other brands of similar quality and specifications if preferred • Pin cushion • NAM Taklon Brush Series 300S Round Size 2 • 1 Voyager Watercolour Set of 24 • 1 Colour Wheel – Mini • 1 Faber-Castell 9000 Pencil Set (6 pencils w/ Eraser + Sharpener) • 1 Pack Faber-Castell TK Leads HB 0.7 (Pack of 12) • 1 Bic 4 Colour Retractable Ballpoint Pen • 1 Copic Multiliner Black 0.1 • 1 Copic Multiliner Black 0.5 • 1 Copic Ciao Marker – E00 Cotton Pearl • 1 Scotch Magic Tape 810 (19mm x 33m As a fashion student enrolled in the Certificate IV in MST40222, it’s essential to have access to a sewing machine at home. Throughout the course, you will be required to practise and develop your technical skills outside of class time, including completing practical assignments and project work. We strongly recommend investing in a good base-model sewing machine suitable for beginners. Reliable entry-level machines are widely available from major retailers such as: • Spotlight • Lincraft • Sewing Machine Warehouse • Amazon Australia • Specialist sewing machine stores Popular and trusted brands suitable for students include: • Brother — user-friendly, good value for beginners, reliable support. • Janome — known for durability and smooth stitching, great for learners. • Singer — budget-friendly and widely available, offers heavy-duty options. • Elna — high-quality machines suitable for a variety of fabrics. Investing in your own sewing machine will support your learning and ensure you gain the practical experience needed to succeed in the program. If you wish to BYO your personal computer / laptop, please ensure your computer has the following basic capabilities for the design software: Windows 11, Windows 10 Recommended Hardware Requirements 2+ GHz processor Discrete Graphics card such as a current generation AMD or NVIDIA At least 8GB RAM At least 2GB of available hard-disk space 3D class video card with 1 GB of memory or higher and support for hardware acceleration. - video card driver supports OpenGL 3.1 or higher and is up to date.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

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Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion Course Code MST40222

Course Overview

Career Opportunities

Pathway to further studies

Studying the Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion at Holmesglen

Entry Requirements

Recognition of prior learning

Course Structure

TimeTable

Assessment

How to apply

Direct

Recruitment

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

Industry Connections

Fees

Additional Course Cost

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