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If you enjoy creative, practical and hands-on learning, Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles could be a great place to start.

This course provides hands-on experience in sewing, garment construction, and working with a variety of fabrics and materials. Students will also explore design processes, industry techniques, and safe work practices, building a strong foundation for further study or entry into the fashion and textile industry.

You will learn things like:

  • Using sewing machines and hand tools to construct garments and textile products

  • Reading and following basic patterns

  • Working with different fabrics and materials

  • Exploring simple design concepts and creative techniques

  • Applying safe work practices in a workshop environment

  • Developing teamwork and communication skills through practical projects

Does this sound like you:

  • You enjoy being creative and working with your hands

  • You are interested in fashion, clothing design, or textiles

  • You like solving problems and paying attention to detail

  • You are keen to learn how clothing and textile products are made

  • You want to explore a career in fashion, design, or related industries

Qualification:                     Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles

Qualification Code:         MSL20122

Qualification Outcome: Partial Completion. Students will receive a Statement of

                                                 Attainment for Units of Competency completed.

Delivery Provider (RTO)

and Location:                        Various providers and delivery locations. Refer table below.

Year Levels:                        Year 10 (check with your school), Year 11, Year 12

SWL:                                             Structured Workplace Learning requirements vary between                                                       VET courses and RTO’s. Check with your VET Coordinator

Contribution to Senior Secondary Certificate: Contributes to VCE, VCE VM and VPC in

                                                 accordance with current VCAA requirements. Speak with your

                                                 VET Coordinator for advice specific to your senior pathway.

Transport:                                Students are responsible for travel to and from the delivery

                                                 location. Subject to transport funding, SMRVC may provide

                                                 transport on certain routes. Check with your VET Coordinator.

Scored Program:                 No.

Course Information

COURSE CODE             UNITS OF COMPENTENCY

MSMSUP106

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MSMPER200

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MSAPPR201

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MSAPPA206

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MSAPPA207

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MSAPPA208

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MSAPPA209

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MSAPPM201

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MSAFAB201

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MSFTTM201

Work in a team

 

Work in the fashion, clothing and textile industry

 

Source and use information on the fashion, clothing, and textile industry

Demonstrate sewing skills

 

Prepare and make simple garments

 

Alter, repair and remake garments

 

Construct and assemble basic textile items

 

Use commercial patterns

 

Identify and use fabrics

 

Use fittings and display techniques

Units of Competency listed are a guide only and can change from year to year.
Check with your VET Coordinator.

Delivery Locations

             RTO                                                                    LOCATION                                                         DELIVERY DAY/TIME

Ripponlea (21230)                        Castlemaine Secondary College                 Wednesdays: 9.30am-3.00pm

 

Kangan Institute (3077)                               Cremorne                                             Wednesdays: Time TBC

 

Ripponlea (21230)                       St Albans Secondary College                         Year 1: Tuesdays 1.30pm - 5pm

                                                                                                                                              Year 2: Thursday 1.30pm-5pm

Australia’s apparel, fashion and textiles industry combines creativity with practical and technical skills. The industry includes fashion design, garment production, textiles, patternmaking, alterations, costume, merchandising and retail, with growing interest in sustainable materials, ethical production and reducing textile waste.

Career Opportunities:

  • Fashion Design Assistant: supporting designers with garment production and sample making

  • Textile Production Worker: working with fabrics, materials, and finishing processes

  • Apparel Machinist or Sewing Machinist: operating machines to produce garments and textile products

  • Costume Production Assistant: assisting in theatre, film, or costume design studios

  • Retail or Visual Merchandising Assistant: supporting the fashion retail sector with product knowledge and display

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COURSE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AS A GUIDE ONLY

Please check details with your VET Coordinator prior to enrolment

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Further study pathways:

  • Certificate III in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles

  • Certificate IV in Apparel, Design and Production

  • Diploma of Fashion Design

Fees:

VET course and materials costs vary between courses. Refer to your VET Coordinator

How to apply:

All students must apply through their school VET Coordinator and submit their Expression of Interest by the required dates. Placement is subject to availability and school approval.

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Future Ready Skills:

Students develop valuable employability skills including:

  • Creativity

  • Teamwork

  • Communication

  • Problem solving

  • Organisation

  • Attention to detail

  • Adaptability

  • workplace safety

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Industry Insight

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Australia’s apparel, fashion and textiles industry combines creativity with practical and technical skills.

The industry includes fashion design, garment production, textiles, patternmaking, alterations, costume, merchandising and retail, with growing interest in sustainable materials, ethical production and reducing textile waste.

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