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Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion

Course Code MST40222

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 2 years
  • Full Time
  • 1 year
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion prepares you for work in the expanding clothing and textiles production sector, and lays the foundation for further study in applied fashion design and technology. Whether you’re already employed in the industry or planning your own ‘niche’ clothing enterprise, this course equips you with a broad range of specialised technical skills and knowledge.

Career Opportunities

  • As a graduate of this course, you may be employed in a variety of entry to mid-level roles using your specialised technical and design skills.
  • You will have the capability to work in the fashion sector within a retail, production or design room at an entry or assistant level.

Pathway to further studies

  • Learners who successfully complete this qualification may choose a career pathway into the workforce, or progress into higher AQF level programs through direct entry or articulation.

Studying the Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion at Holmesglen

This course focuses on four core industry skill areas: design, patternmaking, production, and materials and technology. Key fashion skills and knowledge covered include:<p>- Understanding how the design process contributes to a sustainable circular economy influences pattern development and garment production.<br>- Creating a pattern library by developing pattern blocks and styles<br>- Enhancing technical skills for garment maintenance and producing high-quality samples and clothing<br>- Communicating design concepts to an industry panel and developing production specifications.<br>- Gaining a comprehensive understanding of fabrics, emerging materials, and labelling requirements.<p>Upon completion, you'll be equipped to operate specialised machinery, apply industry-standard quality assurance, comprehend the design process, create patterns, and use digital design technology for effective communication in the fashion industry.

Entry Requirements

Minimum age requirement 17 years 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 this qualification, you must complete 20 units in total, comprising 8 core units and 12 elective units.<p>Full-time study of 20 units completes the qualification in 2 semesters (1 year) of study.<p>The course is delivered over 4 days, and each day introduces learners to a different area of the industry. The units are grouped into industry skill sets, which are Design, Patternmaking, Garment Construction/Production, and Material/Technology.
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
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
MSTAT4004 Develop product specifications for garment designs

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

Direct

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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.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will receive the MST40222 - Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $20,873
Government subsidised $7,139
Concession $1,428
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
Materials fee $475

Additional Course Cost

Materials Fee: $450

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-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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