Dressmaking & Design Career Diploma
If you want to learn the fundamentals of dressmaking and fashion design, Penn Foster's Dressmaking and Design Career Diploma program may be right for you. Read on to learn more about the Dressmaking and Design Career Diploma program here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Penn Foster's Dressmaking and Design program is designed to teach you the skills needed to finish garments and alter patterns, identify fibers and fabrics, select the proper materials for specific projects, and mark, cut, and tack fabric for a proper fit. The program allows you to work at a self-directed pace at home, while allowing you to have access to instructors via email and phone. Additionally, all course materials are included and provided to you.
What are the Prerequisites?
If you apply to Penn Foster's Dressmaking and Design Career Diploma program, you should have an interest in fashion design and some creative ability. Applicants to Penn Foster Career School's programs should be at least 18 years old.
What are the Course Requirements?
Penn Foster's Dressmaking and Design Career Diploma program is divided into seven instruction sets. Many of the instructional sets include practical exercises that help you to learn specific dressmaking techniques.
| Instruction Set | Lessons |
|---|---|
| Instruction Set 1 | Learning Strategies Introduction to Sewing |
| Instruction Set 2 | The Sewing Machine |
| Instruction Set 3 | Fibers and Fabrics Basic Dressmaking Processes |
| Instruction Set 4 | Decorative Features Advanced Dressmaking Techniques |
| Instruction Set 5 | Line and Design in Fashion Miscellaneous Garments |
| Instruction Set 6 | Embroidery Garment Decoration Pattern Alteration |
| Instruction Set 7 | Alterations and Fitting Drafting Patterns from Basic Patterns Designing by Draping |
What Could I Do After I Graduate?
Career Opportunities
When you have completed Penn Foster's Dressmaking and Design Career Diploma program, you have an opportunity to pursue a career as a dressmaker or a fashion design assistant. Some potential employers could include a tailor or a design agency. Conversely, you could also choose to open your own fashion design business.
Advanced Degrees
Once you have completed Penn Foster's Dressmaking and Design Career Diploma program, you have an opportunity to pursue an associate's degree in the field. An associate's degree in fashion design may require you to complete courses in tailoring, French draping, the history of costume, textile science, and knitwear construction and pattern making. Some possible degree programs could include:
- Associate of Science in Fashion Design
- Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Design
- Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Marketing