Get the Skills to Become a Fashion Sewing and Garment Construction Professional

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Online and In-Person Fashion Sewing and Garment Construction Certificate Course

Learn the art of flat and mannequin pattern making and be led into machine sewing of articles that encompass darts, zippers, pleats, elastics and sleeves. During GLOW College’s Fashion Garment Construction Certificate Course, you will develop hands-on skills in hand stitching and embroidery, body measuring and pattern making as well as the construction of various clothing items.

This Certificate Course is delivered online and on-campus so you can advance your fashion design career with the flexibility and support you need to succeed. You can balance work, family and other commitments while you get the skills to build a brighter future.

This program is tailored to students who have different sewing backgrounds and abilities. Depending on your level of experience, we offer 3 levels of sewing classes:

Sewing & Tailoring (Beginner)
Garment Construction (Intermediate)
Pattern Drafting & Draping (Advanced)

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: Sewing & Tailoring (Beginner Course)
Learning Method: Online theories and choice of Virtual OR in-person instructor-led led practicals available at either the Brampton or Waterloo campuses.

Tuition Fee: $1,360 00 (save 15% by paying in full, Reg. $1,600.00)
Payment Plan Option: Enroll Now for $450.00 a month for 4 months
Length/ Schedule: 8 weeks Instructor-led virtual OR In-person classes.
(Sundays or weekdays – 8 three-hour classes, once a week)
Pre-Requisite: None
Course Components: Reading lessons, quizzes, step-by-step sewing and tailoring practicals, along with portfolio-building sewing assignments.
Supplies Required: Laptop or smart device for learning theories, fabric and thread for sewing assignments. It is best to have a sewing machine to practice and complete assignments at home in between weekly classes.
Description: Learn about sewing and serger machines, equipment, hand and machine stitching and beginner-level lessons in sewing zippered pouches and tote bags. As well as tailoring existing garments with hemming and dart installation techniques. Complete this course virtually from home or in person on Sundays in Brampton or Waterloo. 8 Three-hour classes.

: Garment Construction (Intermediate Course)
Learning Method: Online theories and choice of Virtual OR In person instructor-led practicals available at either the Brampton or Waterloo campuses

Tuition Fee: $1,360 00 (save 15% by paying in full, Reg. $1,600.00)
Payment Plan Option: Enroll Now for $450.00 a month for 4 months
Length/ Schedule: 10 weeks Instructor-led virtual OR In-person classes.
(Sundays OR Weekdays – 10 three-hour classes, once a week)
Pre-Requisite: Beginner Course Required before this Intermediate Course
Course Components: Reading lessons, quizzes, step-by-step garment construction practicals, along with portfolio-building sewing assignments.
Supplies Required: Laptop or smart device for learning theories, fabric and thread for sewing assignments. It is best to have a sewing machine to practice and complete assignments at home in between weekly classes.
Description: Learn body measuring, and how to sew standard-size garments using templates or blocks. Sew a top with collars and buttons, a skirt with an elastic waist, and a pair of trousers. Lessons include measuring and cutting fabrics from a combination of preexisting patterns and with an introduction to flat pattern making. Complete this course virtually from home or in person on Sundays in Brampton or Waterloo. Ten 3-hour classes.

: Pattern Drafting & Draping (Advanced Course)
Learning Method: Online theories and choice of Virtual OR in-person instructor-led practicals available at either the Brampton or Waterloo campuses.

Tuition Fee: $1,360 00 (save 15% by paying in full, Reg. $1,600.00)
Payment Plan Option: Enroll Now for $450.00 a month for 4 months
Length/ Schedule: 8 weeks Instructor-led virtual OR In Person classes.
(Sundays OR Weekdays – 8 three-hour classes, once a week)
Pre-Requisite: Beginner and Intermediate Courses Required before this Advanced Course.
Course Components: Reading lessons, quizzes, step-by-step pattern making and drafting practicals, along with draping excercises.
Supplies Required: Laptop or smart device for learning theories, pattern drafting pencils, rulers, erasers and papers for pattern drafting lessons, fabrics for draping lessons.
Description: Learn comprehensive and technical Pattern Drafting (adapting patterns to individual personal dimensions). Create patterns for a jumpsuit and trousers, as well as a draping a dress. Eight 3-hour classes.

Get the Skills to Become a Fashion Sewing and Garment Construction Professional

Online and In-Person Fashion Sewing and Garment Construction Certificate Course

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