Fashion Design Certificate Program
The Fashion Design Certificate Program is designed for those who wish to advance their skills or careers in Fashion Design.The certificate consists of ten courses including fundamentals and Master classes. Students may transfer up to 6 credits into the program at the time of acceptance. Classes are offered on a rotating schedule, allowing courses to be taken in two years or students may choose only courses that suit their needs. Four foundation courses in fashion fundamentals include Intro to Creative Fashion Design, Pattern Drafting, Fashion Illustration, and Fashion as Art. One or two foundation classes are offered each semester to prepare students for the program’s Master Classes. Each Master Class has a "fashion specialty" focus and will be taught by an expert in their field.
Master Classes include:
- Draping
- Costume Design
- Millinery
- Fashion Forecasting
- Tailoring
- Cad for Design (Gerber Lab) pattern making software
