Certificate II in Fashion Design and Textiles

This Certificate II in Fashion Design and Textiles at Koforidua Technical University, offered through the Faculty of Applied Science and Technology, gives you a practical introduction to designing and making clothing and textile products. Programmes of this kind typically focus on hands-on craft and prepare you for entry-level work in the fashion industry.

What fashion design and textiles programmes usually cover

Programmes of this kind generally give you hands-on experience in designing and producing garments and textile items. You are likely to learn pattern drafting, cutting, sewing, and finishing techniques, as well as the properties of different fabrics and how to choose them for a design. Basic drawing and design principles also form part of the training, helping you express your ideas visually before you create a finished piece.

Working in the fashion and textile industry

Graduates of certificate-level fashion programmes often start as sewing machinists, pattern assistants, or tailors in small workshops or larger garment manufacturers. With time and further experience, you could move into fashion design assistance, textile quality inspection, or the production side of clothing retail. Some graduates also use their skills to start a small fashion or alterations business of their own.