Certificate II in Millinery
| Course Code: | LMT20807 |
| Department: | Centre of Fashion |
| Study Area(s): | Fashion Design and Technology Millinery |
| Location(s): | Richmond |
| Course Length: | Part-time day (1 year) Part-time night (1 year) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
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Course overview
This course is designed for those performing a limited range of technical and operational tasks within a production environment to support milliners in the design and make of headwear such as fascinators, bridal headpieces, hats and caps.
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Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
Please note: the fees listed below relate to only 2013 courses.
| Government Subsidised | Concession | Full fee | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolment type | Average annual course fee# | Average annual course fee# | Average annual course fee# | |||
| Non-Apprentice | $750 | $150 | $3750 | |||
| Apprentice/Trainee | N/A | N/A | N/A | |||
# Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student. Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply such as student services and IT fees. Click here to view 2013 Student Services and IT fees.
If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees. For more information about our fees structure, click here.
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What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead to employment working as a Production Assistant in a made-to-measure / small millinery business of the industry.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in basic design, sewing, millinery construction (block, shape, assemble), trims, flat patterns, quality and occupational health and safety.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate II in Millinery. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
This course will lead to higher level studies at certificate III level. Credit transfers may be available into Certificate III in Millinery.
Can I apply?
There are no set prerequisites for this course. However it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course.
How do I apply?
You must obtain an application form from the institute. Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or 9279 2222 to obtain a direct entry application form.
How will I be selected for this course?
All applicants will need to attend a pre-selection interview.
How long is the course?
The course spans 1 year part time evening of 400 nominal hours.
Where and how can I study?
You will study at the Richmond campus.
Part-time evening course runs one night per week with two-week intensive workshop in Term 2, over one year.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. Assessment requirements will be clearly outlined in advance. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information at the time of enrolment.
Additional comments
This course does not have a mid-year entry point.
2013 applications open from the 1st September 2012.
What will I study?
Mandatory units: Follow defined OHS policies and procedures; Apply quality standards; Work in a textiles, clothing and footwear industry; Identify materials used in millinery; Make flat patterns for millinery; Block and shape headwear by hand and; Assemble simple blocked millinery components.
Specialist units: Use a sewing machine; Place and cut millinery patterns; Produce and attach millinery trims; Use millinery steaming and pressing equipment and: Draw and interpret a basic sketch.
