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Centre of Fashion department

For creative types with an eye for detail, trends, styles and fabrics

Kangan Institute's Centre of Fashion is an exciting department for creative people interested in the fashion, clothing and millinery industries.

You will be offered the skills and knowledge necessary to embark on a career anywhere in the fashion industries. You may undertake generalist study in clothing and fashion along with specialist training in pattern-making and garment construction.

Courses cover all aspects of clothing and fashion manufacturing from concept, design, pattern-making, manufacturing and promotion through to in house fashion shows. You can also gain valuable experience creating a business plan of their business idea for final release in the marketplace.

We offer training from short courses through to diploma-level programs, and courses can be delivered in whole or in part, or modified to meet an organisation's specific needs.

5 reasons to choose Kangan Institute:

1. Our students consistently achieve highly in local and national-level competitions including the Australian Wool Awards, the Wyndam Fashion Awards, Australian Gown of the Year Award, the Textile Institute Student Design Competition, Fashion Group International, Fringe Fashion Awards, Royal Melbourne Show Millinery section and WorldSkills Regional Competitions.
2. Our talented trainers deliver a wide range of training packages from short courses and certificate-level programs through to diploma and advanced diploma.
3. As a graduate of the diploma you may be eligible for up to 12 months credit towards a fashion degree course.
4. We have industry connections with companies such as MYER and Hugo Boss. We also have an affiliation and/or membership with associations including Council of Textiles and Fashion Industry of Australia (TFIA), Textile Institute, Fashion Group International (FGI), Fashion Technicians Association Australia (FTAA), and LPA Lighting Specialist.
5. Based in Richmond, the heartland of Melbourne's fashion precinct and featuring cutting-edge, 4-star environmental design, the centre has been created to provide you with quality learning experiences which lead to employment in the industry.

View all courses on the right, and click through for additional information on each.

Other courses

TOWARDS PATTERNMAKING AS A SOURCE OF COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

Specialist course aimed at professionals interested in advancing technical expertise in the area of block drafting and construction based grading. This 12-week course aims to introduce and exchange ideas of innovative working practices based on solid technical training and a proactive approach to the product development process. It covers the pattern's foundation, blocks & construction methods, the human three-dimensional form and its relationship with pattern technology and grading.
Requirement: Experience within the TCF Industry or a pattern-specific qualification as we incorporate nationally accredited units of competency.
Presenter: Barbara Davis, ICCON Associates

PATTERNMAKING EXCELLENCE FOR FASHION INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

A 10-week course in practical and theoretical concepts involving in block based patternmaking and grading for a sample product range. Gain skills and knowledge on the principles of initial diagnosis, specification assessment, pattern drafting principles and various methods to address fabric characteristics (ease requirements, stretch and shrinkage). This course incorporates nationally accredited units of competency.
Pre-requisite: Towards Patternmaking as a Source of Competitive Advantage
Presenter: Barbara Davis, ICCON Associates

For all enquiries and bookings, please contact Barbara Davis on 9899 2828 or 0404 055 606

Industry Training

Centre of Fashion has provided training to a range of organisations using various delivery models. Areas include:

• Production Management on a global market
• Production Engineering
• Lean Manufacturing
• Advanced Patternmaking and Grading Techniques
• Frontline Management

The industry clients section of the website provides information on how Kangan Institute can support your training and development needs.

Corporate Experience

The Centre of Fashion has an affiliation and/or membership with the following associations:

• Council of Textiles and Fashion Industry of Australia (TFIA)
• Textile Institute
• Fashion Group International (FGI)
• Fashion Technicians Association Australia (FTAA)
• LPA Lighting Specialist
  
• Dean Pethick and Associates

Achievements and Awards

Our students consistently achieve highly in local and national-level competitions including the Australian Wool Awards, the Wyndam Fashion Awards, Australian Gown of the Year Award, the Textile Institute Student Design Competition, Fashion Group International, Fringe Fashion Awards, Royal Melbourne Show Millinery section and WorldSkills Regional Competitions.

2011 MYER Fashions on the Field at Oaks Day

• Hannah Pearce - Winner

2011 Crown Oaks Day

• Rebecca Share - Crown Oaks Day Millinery Award

2011 Fashion Forward event

• Ally Li - People's Choice
• Erin Weibye - Most Sustainable Design
• Stephanie Garra - Most Innovative Design

2011 four month scholarship in Paris with the Paris Academy

• Elise Morrow

2011 Hamilton Sheepvention Awards

• Leeuwin Games - 2nd place for evening wear section
• Joseph Saldarriaga - 3rd place for theatrical/fantasy/avant-garde section
• Sarah Tyrell - 3rd place for street/sportswear section

2010 Hamilton Wool Awards

• Meg Jacobs - Winner of the fantasy section
• Laura Keogh - Winner of the daywear section
• Melanie Stieskal - Overall winner and winner of the sportswear section

2010 Avatar (Paris American Academy International Academy) International competition judged in Canada

• Leewin Games - Finalist
• Elle Simpas - Runner Up

2010 Tessuti (Little Black Dress)

• Laura Keogh - Winner

2010 Myer Fashions on the Field at Oaks Day

• Laura Keogh - Victorian Finalist and national runner up (photo)

Contact Details

Phone:	13 TAFE (13 8233)
Fax:	(03) 9425 5690
Email:	dsnibson@kangan.edu.au