Certificate in Apparel + Fashion Technology
This Level 3 programme gives graduating students a wide range of core production skills common to all sewn products industries.
The certificate can lead to entry-level employment as a machine operator, production or cutting room assistant, provide pathways into specific sections of the industry and is a firm foundation for further career development. This entry-level programme teaches practical, hands-on, technical skills used to construct full garments. Become familiar with industrial machinery, techniques and terminology necessary for fashion garment construction, and be introduced to fabric technology and patternmaking.
Duration
38 Weeks, full-time in Auckland + Manukau + Wellington
Qualification
Certificate in Apparel + Fashion Technology (Level 3) 120 credits
Costs
2020 Domestic $7,517 2020 International $18,200 Fees free applies All 2021 fees are subject to change and regulatory approval
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Certificate in Apparel + Fashion Technology Course Outline
This programme is aimed at students who have little or no previous industrial sewing experience, and is designed to give graduates a wide range of core production skills common to all sewn products industries.
It will lead to entry level employment, provide pathways into specific sections of the industry and is a firm foundation for entry into the Certificate in Pattern Design or other future career choices.
Programme Overview
This entry-level programme teaches practical, hands-on, technical skills used to construct full garments. Become familiar with industrial machinery, techniques and terminology necessary for fashion garment construction, and be introduced to fabric technology and pattern-making.
Learn to use industry-specific construction methods - such as collars, pockets, plackets, zips, facings and more - to make a range of full garments including skirts, shirts and trousers.
What you will Learn
• Care and use of industrial sewing machinery
• Hand cutting and laying up
• Industry construction techniques and full garment construction
• Introduction to pattern-making and fabric technology
• Workplace disciplines and communication skills
Further Learning
Most students who graduate from the NZ Certificate in Apparel + Fashion Technology go on to complete the NZ Certificate in Apparel Fashion (Patternmaking) and NZ Diploma in Apparel and Fashion Technology.
Key Information for Students
NZ Government key information link for students, that provides more information to support your decision making for this programme
Faculty
Belinda Watt
Head of Department - Fashion DesignBelinda joined Whitecliffe College in 1990 as Head of Department and established and developed the Fashion Design + Sustainability Programme.
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Debra Denny
Academic LeaderGrowing up in a family of tailors and dressmakers, Debra was encouraged from a young age to create her own clothes with a varying degree of success.
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Susan Barter
Diploma Tutor30 years as a designer, practitioner and maker in the Fashion industry was a gateway to the academic world where Susan completed a Masters of Art & Design at AUT.
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Christina Doherty
CPD TutorChristina has made wonderful and diverse career out of Fashion Design, focusing on lingerie design + women's outer-wear.
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Angela Newson
CPD TutorAngela holds a Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology from Massey University, where on completion she was bestowed the Clothing Institute Award for Tailoring.
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Catherine Anderton
CFT TutorCatherine Anderton has over 25 years’ experience in the fashion and costume industry. She has worked in film, television and theatre, contributing to the construction and maintenance of costumes on set.
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Pip Stevenson
CPD TutorPip has been working in the Fashion Industry since completing her Bachelor of Design (Fashion) at Otago Polytechnic in 2002.
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Serena Ireland
CFT TutorSerena’s pathway to fashion has been infused with a rich tapestry of music and travel.
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Raelene Puru-Peri
CFT TutorSince completing her studies, Raelene has worked in many areas of the fashion industry, with a specialisation in pattern-making.
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Heather Hohenberger
CFT TutorHeather has been involved in the Fashion Industry since she and her husband bought a fashion production company in 1980.
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Doula Matheos
Diploma TutorDoula graduated with an Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology from Wellington Polytechnic, and achieved 2 awards in the DuPont Lycra Fashion Awards.
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Di McCreanor
CFT TutorDi has been involved in the fashion industry for many years, beginning with studying fashion at Wellington Polytech in 1984.
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Claire Palmer
CFT TutorClaire Palmer started her career in the fashion industry after graduating from Wellington Polytechnic.
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Rosalind Black
Programme CoordinatorRoz has over 30 years’ experience in the apparel industry working in diverse areas starting in clothing production as a sewing machinist.
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Victoria Azaro
LecturerVictoria graduated with a Masters of Fine Arts from Auckland University’s Elam School of Fine Arts in 1999.
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Liz Farr
LecturerLiz is a graduate of the London College of Fashion and has been lecturing in the Fashion Design department at Whitecliffe College since 2005.
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Linz Ariell
LecturerLinz joined Whitecliffe College as a lecturer in the Fashion Department in 2013. Linz has over 25 years experience in the New Zealand fashion industry.
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Harita Kapur
LecturerHarita holds a Master's Degree in Sustainable Design from Massey University, New Zealand.
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Most students who graduate from the Certificate in Fashion Technology go on to complete the Certificate in Pattern Design and Diploma in Fashion Technology programmes.
Jobs related to this programme
Entry-level Machine Operator
Trainee Machinist
Production Assistant
Cutting Room Assistant
Warehouse Assistant
Quality Control
Industry Partners
Fashion + Sustainability
Talk to our team
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