Women in Fashion Technology Program (F117)

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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

Career Options

Our past graduates have worked as machine operators in apparel production, specialty shops, and maker labs. Sectors where machine operators apply laser cutting, embroidery, dye sublimation, or knitting include:

  • apparel such as sportswear, uniforms, bridal or fashion lines
  • home textiles and furnishings
  • art and design projects
  • signage and graphic materials
  • premium incentive branding
  • retail outlets that offer personalization services

Alumni Impact

We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
 
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.

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