Clothing Manufacture (Level 3)
 The aim of the program:
This practical course is designed to take people from little (or no) sewing experience to becoming an industrial machinist. We teach the students machine handling skills, production sewing and full garment construction techniques to industry standard. This opens up the opportunity to run your own business from home.
This practical course requires a combination of working in class (twice a week - days or evenings) and work from home. We can assist you with an industrial sewing machine at your house if required.
Highlights of the course:
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Practical hands-on programme's designed to assist skill building and machinist competency.
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Our tutors are excited about the industry and are keen to share their skills with you.
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NZQA and ITO qualifications
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All materials and manuals are provided
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NZQA internal assessments throughout the course.
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Modern premises with modern new machines
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Setting up your own business option - business plans and setting up a budget.
Entry requirements:
- Pass an entry interview
- Apply on application form
Duration of study:
- Start anytime (dependant on avialable space)
- 19 weeks
- Full and Part time study available
- Days Mon to Thurs (select 2 days) 8:30am - 1:30pm
- Evenings Papatoetoe only - Wed and Thurs (5.30 pm ~ 9.30 pm)
Qualifications Offered:
- National Certificate in Clothing Manufacture (Basic Garment Assembly) Level 3
- ATITO Basic Machinist Certificate (optional)
- ATITO Advanced Machinist Certificate (optional for advanced students)
Career Opportunities:
- Machinist
- Run your own home based business
- Outworker
Further study options:
View the course brochure (Domestic/International)
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... and from the student feedback forms:
"I was blown away by the quality of training offered by DAS. I had looked elsewhere but found DAS was more hands-on and flexible. Once I had my free trial I was hooked. I'm now looking forward to starting the fashion design course next year."
"The course is great with a good tutor and environment, i would definately recommend anyone interested in a career in sewing to call DAS"
"Excellent and a great tutor. She is helpful, well organised and ensures I understand what is being taught"
"I'm so happy for the oppournity that I have been given, I can study in the evenings which works in well with my shift work. The course is well suited to busy wokring people"
"Thanks so much DAS, I was too scared to touch a sewing machine, but now I'm sewing and threading machines like a pro! When I enrolled Losa was very friendly and helped me setup my student loan and all the other paperwork"
"... I cant believe I can sew my own and my family clothes! Next step start a business working from home!"
"Its more than a course, its like coming home to family" |
