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Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion

MST40222
ManufacturingCertificate IVNationally recognised
Level 4AQF level
20Units to complete
6 months to 2 yearsAQF length guide
5Training providers
Dec 2022Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (MST40222, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate IV; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Textiles and Fashion MerchandiserTailorSample MachinistFashion DesignerClothing Product Development AssistantClothing Patternmaker
Industries
TextilesFashionFashion and Textiles SalesClothing Production
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for MST40222 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 20 units: 8 core plus 12 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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BSBESB402Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
BSBLEG529Apply legal principles in corporation law matters
BSBMKG431Assess marketing opportunities
BSBMKG432Research international markets
BSBMKG433Undertake marketing activities
BSBMKG434Promote products and services
BSBMKG435Analyse consumer behaviour
BSBMKG548Forecast international market and business needs
CUAACD411Integrate colour theory and design processes
CUACMP311Implement copyright arrangements
CUAPOS311Edit video and audio content for social media
MSMWHS200Work safely
MSTAT2005Sew materials by machine
MSTAT3001Produce technical drawings of garments
MSTAT3002Develop patterns using basic patternmaking principles
MSTAT3003Lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays
MSTAT3004Make markers for complicated fabrics and lays
MSTAT3005Sew garments
MSTAT3006Assemble bras or swimwear
MSTAT3007Sew stretch knit garments
MSTAT3008Embellish textile products
MSTAT3009Set and produce digital embroidery
MSTAT4001Investigate influences on contemporary garment design and construction
MSTAT4002Contribute to development of preliminary garment design concepts
MSTAT4003Contribute to garment design refinement and production processes
MSTAT4004Develop product specifications for garment designs
MSTAT4007Construct stock size blocks for garments
MSTAT4008Create standard-size garment patterns from existing blocks
MSTAT4009Grade 2D patterns
MSTAT4010Create garment patterns for individual sizes from blocks
MSTAT4011Drape fabrics to make patterns
MSTAT4012Produce garments using advanced construction techniques
MSTAT4013Measure, lay up and cut bespoke garments
MSTAT4014Assemble and fit bespoke garments
MSTAT4015Determine and perform advanced garment repairs and alterations
MSTAT4016Cut and sew design prototypes
MSTAT4017Use garment sizing systems
MSTAT4018Use colourisation techniques on fabrics
MSTAT4019Produce knitted textile samples
MSTAT4020Prepare stencils and screens for textile printing
MSTCL2024Press work
MSTCL3016Press whole garments
MSTFD4022Source materials and resources for production of TCF designs
MSTFD4023Calculate cost estimates for TCF products
MSTGN2014Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace
MSTGN3018Support sustainable practice in apparel and textile design and production
MSTGN3021Match fabrics to performance and handling requirements
MSTGN3022Investigate applications and performance outcomes of technical textiles
MSTGN3024Establish own workspace and systems for home-based production
MSTGN4018Analyse TCF merchandising and marketing principles
MSTGN4019Plan and implement production within a work area
MSTGN4022Communicate design concepts
MSTGN4023Interact and network with TCF industry participants
MSTGN4024Quality assure textile products
MSTGN4025Use digital design tools
MSTGN4026Source textile materials and resources
MSTTX3014Set up, adjust and maintain industrial sewing machines
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the MST40222 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

5 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

Australia Institute of Business and TechnologyBased in QLD · Registered since 2015→
Bendigo Kangan InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1995→
Holmesglen InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1996→
North Metropolitan TAFEBased in WA · Registered since 2016→
South Metropolitan TAFEBased in WA · Registered since 2016→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.