General Education and Training Certificate: Clothing Manufacturing Processes
SAQA CODE: 50584
WHY THIS COURSE
This qualification is applicable to people within the clothing sector. Students will be able to produce garments using a domestic lockstitch sewing machine. The purpose of the qualification is to build the competence of students in the clothing sector at NQF Level 1.
Qualification Entry Requirements
Grade 11/12 (ABET and a lower qualification may be considered)
Communication
Basic Mathematics
Prospective students are encouraged to further confirm the above entry requirements with the College Head before ruling themselves not compliant. Experimental learning may also be considered.
Career Path
Fashion Designer
Garment Technologist
Factory General Manager
On completion of this qualification students will be able to:
1. Understand the concept of production.
2. Comply with quality procedures and practices when finishing and storing pressed and ironed items.
3. Establish customer requirements and sell a garment.
4. Cost a garment.
5. Source materials.
6. Make garments.
