Overview of Apparel Technology (Fashion Design)
This Apparel Technology (Fashion Design) program is a Artisan Certificate program accredited by NITA.
About Artisan Certificate in Apparel Technology (Fashion Design)
This apparel technology program provides students with extensive hands-on training in the design, manufacturing, alteration, and fitting of clothing, shoes, and accessories. Through the study of color, fabric, sewing, technique, and design, students will learn the cornerstones of creating garments and offering them to clientele. Students will learn the art of laying, marking, cutting, stitching, checking, finishing, pressing, and packaging garments both for the local and international markets. Students in this field are often creative individuals looking to establish their own brands or to work for reputable designers.
A fashion designer designs and assists with the production of clothing, shoes, and accessories. Fashion designers create and design clothing and accessories. They may specialize in high fashion, ready-to-wear apparel, mass-market clothing, sportswear, evening wear, accessories, or footwear.
Designers research fashion trends to create forward-looking designs. They often rely on design software to create pieces, and they collaborate with designers on projects. At the beginning of a design project, fashion designers make sketches, evaluate textiles, and create a prototype.
In addition to fashion training, many designers learn marketing and business skills. Fashion merchandising experience helps designers get their pieces in retail establishments and market their work to customers.
Career opportunities
- Fashion designer
- Garment Constructor
- Garment Cutter
- Sample maker
Entry Requirement for the Artisan Certificate in Apparel Technology (Fashion Design) program
- KCPE Certificate or has attained 16 years of age