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Women in Fashion Technology

Program Details
- Program Code: F117
- Credential: George Brown College Certificate
- Duration: 3 semesters (10 weeks, 15 weeks, 15 weeks)
- Method of Study: Part-time
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: Tuition funded for eligible applicants
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Winter 2025 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spring 2025 | Opening Soon | Not Available |
- Work-Integrated Learning:
280 Hours Work-Integrated Learning Field Placement
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Program Overview
In the three-semester Women in Fashion Technology certificate program, you'll gain the skills you need to become a machine operator in the digital fashion technology fields of knitting, embroidery, dye sublimation, and laser cutting.
Full Description
The three-semester Women in Fashion Technology certificate program equips you with the digital and hands-on skills you need to succeed in the exciting world of digital fashion technology. As the fashion industry continues to expand local production and adopt advanced technologies, skilled workers in this field are heavily in-demand. As a student of this program, you'll gain specific skills needed for machine operation in embroidery, knitting, dye sublimation, and laser cutting.
Classes take place at our vibrant hub, Fashion Exchange (FX), at 63 Regent Park Blvd. FX is more than a learning lab; it's also a production facility readily accessible to local designers and fashion producers where you will be immersed in day-to-day apparel manufacturing operations and will have the opportunity to network with industry members.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1182 | Digital Literacy for Fashion Careers |
| FASH1183 | Fashion Orientation |
| FASH1184 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Knitting |
| FASH1185 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Laser Cutting |
| FASH1186 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Embroidery |
| FASH1188 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Dye Sublimation Printing |
| FASH1189 | Fashion Technology Exploration |
| FASH1193 | Foundational Skills for Success |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1254 | Fashion Technology Specialization Preparation |
| FASH1255 | Field Preparation and Career Planning |
| FASH1256 | Workplace Regulations |
| FASH1257 | Workplace First Aid. St John's Ambulance |
Co-Op Placement
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1258 | Work Placement |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Use software to program equipment specializations (one of the following technology types: knitting, dye sublimation, laser cutting or embroidery) including file creation and review and correct input files.
- Use machine operating controls for normal equipment operations.
- Perform safe equipment operation with use of relevant safeguards, PPE and proper health and safety procedures. Identify possible hazards and properly respond to emergency situations.
- Set up equipment to prepare for use.
- Perform regular machine maintenance and cleaning.
- Implement a work order for the specialization equipment.
- Conduct machine output inspection and address quality control issues with equipment operation.
- Effectively communicate and share information with the supervisor and team members.
- Describe Ontario Labour Code and workplace regulations and apply them to workplace situations.
- Meet the requirements to obtain first aid certification from recognized provider of Standard First Aid CPR and AED training.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
Tuition funded for eligible applicants.
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Admission Requirements
Due to the nature of this program and the evolving admissions requirements, please contact us for the most up-to-date information:
Jeanine Larmour
Student Success/Industry Liaison/Instructor
Rosa Fracassa
Director, Fashion Exchange
How to Apply
The intake process involves the following steps:
- Online application completion.
- Pre-screening process.
- Interview.
- Computer assessment.
- English assessment.
This program is for Women (Female-identifying applicants) only.
Contact Us
Fashion Exchange, 63 Regent Park Blvd., Toronto
Jeanine Larmour
416-415-5000, ext. 4591
Program Description
Program Overview
In the three-semester Women in Fashion Technology certificate program, you'll gain the skills you need to become a machine operator in the digital fashion technology fields of knitting, embroidery, dye sublimation, and laser cutting.
Full Description
The three-semester Women in Fashion Technology certificate program equips you with the digital and hands-on skills you need to succeed in the exciting world of digital fashion technology. As the fashion industry continues to expand local production and adopt advanced technologies, skilled workers in this field are heavily in-demand. As a student of this program, you'll gain specific skills needed for machine operation in embroidery, knitting, dye sublimation, and laser cutting.
Classes take place at our vibrant hub, Fashion Exchange (FX), at 63 Regent Park Blvd. FX is more than a learning lab; it's also a production facility readily accessible to local designers and fashion producers where you will be immersed in day-to-day apparel manufacturing operations and will have the opportunity to network with industry members.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1182 | Digital Literacy for Fashion Careers |
| FASH1183 | Fashion Orientation |
| FASH1184 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Knitting |
| FASH1185 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Laser Cutting |
| FASH1186 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Embroidery |
| FASH1188 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Dye Sublimation Printing |
| FASH1189 | Fashion Technology Exploration |
| FASH1193 | Foundational Skills for Success |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1254 | Fashion Technology Specialization Preparation |
| FASH1255 | Field Preparation and Career Planning |
| FASH1256 | Workplace Regulations |
| FASH1257 | Workplace First Aid. St John's Ambulance |
Co-Op Placement
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1258 | Work Placement |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
Tuition funded for eligible applicants.
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Admission Requirements
Due to the nature of this program and the evolving admissions requirements, please contact us for the most up-to-date information:
Jeanine Larmour
Student Success/Industry Liaison/Instructor
Rosa Fracassa
Director, Fashion Exchange
How to Apply
The intake process involves the following steps:
- Online application completion.
- Pre-screening process.
- Interview.
- Computer assessment.
- English assessment.
This program is for Women (Female-identifying applicants) only.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Use software to program equipment specializations (one of the following technology types: knitting, dye sublimation, laser cutting or embroidery) including file creation and review and correct input files.
- Use machine operating controls for normal equipment operations.
- Perform safe equipment operation with use of relevant safeguards, PPE and proper health and safety procedures. Identify possible hazards and properly respond to emergency situations.
- Set up equipment to prepare for use.
- Perform regular machine maintenance and cleaning.
- Implement a work order for the specialization equipment.
- Conduct machine output inspection and address quality control issues with equipment operation.
- Effectively communicate and share information with the supervisor and team members.
- Describe Ontario Labour Code and workplace regulations and apply them to workplace situations.
- Meet the requirements to obtain first aid certification from recognized provider of Standard First Aid CPR and AED training.
Contact Us
Fashion Exchange, 63 Regent Park Blvd., Toronto
Jeanine Larmour
416-415-5000, ext. 4591

Visit Fashion Exchange, 63 Regent Park Blvd.
Book campus tourVisit Fashion Exchange, 63 Regent Park Blvd.
Our Virtual Tour showcases the following areas:
- Campus Facilities
- Student Services
- Applied Learning Environments
- Labs & Classrooms
Women in Fashion Technology

Program Details
- Program Code: F117
- Credential: George Brown College Certificate
- Duration: 3 semesters (10 weeks, 15 weeks, 15 weeks)
- Method of Study: Part-time
- Starting Months: September
- Domestic Tuition: Tuition funded for eligible applicants
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2023 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Winter 2024 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spring 2024 | Open | Not Available |
- Work-Integrated Learning:
280 Hours Work-Integrated Learning Field Placement
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Program Overview
As a student in the Women in Fashion Technology program, you will acquire the digital and hands-on training to enter skilled employment as machine operators in the digital fashion technology fields of knitting, embroidery, dye sublimation or laser cutting.
Full Description
Women in Fashion Technology is a unique program designed to provide the digital and hands-on skills necessary to enter digital fashion technology fields. As a student of this program, you will acquire specific skills needed for machine operation in embroidery, knitting, dye sublimation or laser cutting. As the fashion industry continues to expand local production and adopt advanced technologies, there are increasing opportunities for employment in these fields.
The Women in Fashion Technology program is offered through our School of Fashion and Jewellery and classes take place at our Fashion Exchange (FX), located at 63 Regent Park Blvd. FX is more than a learning lab; it's also a production facility readily accessible to local designers and fashion producers where you will be immersed in day-to-day apparel manufacturing operations and will have the opportunity to network with industry members.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1182 | Digital Literacy for Fashion Careers |
| FASH1183 | Fashion Orientation |
| FASH1184 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Knitting |
| FASH1185 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Laser Cutting |
| FASH1186 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Embroidery |
| FASH1188 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Dye Sublimation Printing |
| FASH1189 | Fashion Technology Exploration |
| FASH1193 | Foundational Skills for Success |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1254 | Fashion Technology Specialization Preparation |
| FASH1255 | Field Preparation and Career Planning |
| FASH1256 | Workplace Regulations |
| FASH1257 | Workplace First Aid. St John's Ambulance |
Co-Op Placement
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1258 | Work Placement |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Use software to program equipment specializations (one of the following technology types: knitting, dye sublimation, laser cutting or embroidery) including file creation and review and correct input files.
- Use machine operating controls for normal equipment operations.
- Perform safe equipment operation with use of relevant safeguards, PPE and proper health and safety procedures. Identify possible hazards and properly respond to emergency situations.
- Set up equipment to prepare for use.
- Perform regular machine maintenance and cleaning.
- Implement a work order for the specialization equipment.
- Conduct machine output inspection and address quality control issues with equipment operation.
- Effectively communicate and share information with the supervisor and team members.
- Describe Ontario Labour Code and workplace regulations and apply them to workplace situations.
- Meet the requirements to obtain first aid certification from recognized provider of Standard First Aid CPR and AED training.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
Tuition funded for eligible applicants.
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Admission Requirements
Due to the nature of this program and the evolving admissions requirements, please contact us for the most up-to-date information:
Jeanine Larmour
Student Success/Industry Liaison/Instructor
Rosa Fracassa
Director, Fashion Exchange
How to Apply
The intake process involves the following steps:
- Online application completion.
- Pre-screening process.
- Interview.
- Computer assessment.
- English assessment.
This program is for Women (Female-identifying applicants) only.
Contact Us
Fashion Exchange, 63 Regent Park Blvd., Toronto
Jeanine Larmour
416-415-5000, ext. 4591
Program Description
Program Overview
As a student in the Women in Fashion Technology program, you will acquire the digital and hands-on training to enter skilled employment as machine operators in the digital fashion technology fields of knitting, embroidery, dye sublimation or laser cutting.
Full Description
Women in Fashion Technology is a unique program designed to provide the digital and hands-on skills necessary to enter digital fashion technology fields. As a student of this program, you will acquire specific skills needed for machine operation in embroidery, knitting, dye sublimation or laser cutting. As the fashion industry continues to expand local production and adopt advanced technologies, there are increasing opportunities for employment in these fields.
The Women in Fashion Technology program is offered through our School of Fashion and Jewellery and classes take place at our Fashion Exchange (FX), located at 63 Regent Park Blvd. FX is more than a learning lab; it's also a production facility readily accessible to local designers and fashion producers where you will be immersed in day-to-day apparel manufacturing operations and will have the opportunity to network with industry members.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1182 | Digital Literacy for Fashion Careers |
| FASH1183 | Fashion Orientation |
| FASH1184 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Knitting |
| FASH1185 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Laser Cutting |
| FASH1186 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Embroidery |
| FASH1188 | Introduction to Fashion Textile Technology Dye Sublimation Printing |
| FASH1189 | Fashion Technology Exploration |
| FASH1193 | Foundational Skills for Success |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1254 | Fashion Technology Specialization Preparation |
| FASH1255 | Field Preparation and Career Planning |
| FASH1256 | Workplace Regulations |
| FASH1257 | Workplace First Aid. St John's Ambulance |
Co-Op Placement
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| FASH1258 | Work Placement |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
Tuition funded for eligible applicants.
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Admission Requirements
Due to the nature of this program and the evolving admissions requirements, please contact us for the most up-to-date information:
Jeanine Larmour
Student Success/Industry Liaison/Instructor
Rosa Fracassa
Director, Fashion Exchange
How to Apply
The intake process involves the following steps:
- Online application completion.
- Pre-screening process.
- Interview.
- Computer assessment.
- English assessment.
This program is for Women (Female-identifying applicants) only.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Use software to program equipment specializations (one of the following technology types: knitting, dye sublimation, laser cutting or embroidery) including file creation and review and correct input files.
- Use machine operating controls for normal equipment operations.
- Perform safe equipment operation with use of relevant safeguards, PPE and proper health and safety procedures. Identify possible hazards and properly respond to emergency situations.
- Set up equipment to prepare for use.
- Perform regular machine maintenance and cleaning.
- Implement a work order for the specialization equipment.
- Conduct machine output inspection and address quality control issues with equipment operation.
- Effectively communicate and share information with the supervisor and team members.
- Describe Ontario Labour Code and workplace regulations and apply them to workplace situations.
- Meet the requirements to obtain first aid certification from recognized provider of Standard First Aid CPR and AED training.
Contact Us
Fashion Exchange, 63 Regent Park Blvd., Toronto
Jeanine Larmour
416-415-5000, ext. 4591

Visit Fashion Exchange, 63 Regent Park Blvd.
Book campus tourVisit Fashion Exchange, 63 Regent Park Blvd.
Our Virtual Tour showcases the following areas:
- Campus Facilities
- Student Services
- Applied Learning Environments
- Labs & Classrooms
