Fashion Certificate
City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Fashion
Level 1 Certificate in Fashion
City & Guilds Assured
Globally Recognised
Practical Skill
Level 1
Course Overview
Learn essential sewing techniques, garment construction basics, and how to use simple patterns. Ideal for beginners or those returning to sewing.
What you will learn
• Safe machine use & maintenance
• Fabric types, grainlines & basic handling
• Simple seams, hems, zips & buttons
• Reading & using beginner commercial patterns
• Basic garment construction (skirts, tops, simple dresses)
• Intro to pressing & finishing
Who should enrol
• Complete beginners
• Hobby sewists wanting structured learning
• Learners preparing for Level 2 Fashion
• Anyone wanting to build confidence with a sewing machine
Skills you will gain
• Confidence using a sewing machine
• Ability to follow simple patterns independently
• Understanding of basic garment structure
• Foundational sewing & finishing skills
Duration
2 years
Study Options
In Person
Progression
Advance to Level 3 Fashion or explore Tailoring Level 2.
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Level 2
Course Overview
Build your dressmaking skills with more complex garments, decorative techniques, and intermediate pattern work.
What you will learn
• Intermediate pattern drafting & simple alterations
• Fitting techniques: darts, shaping, adjustments
• Decorative stitching, trims & embellishment
• Constructing detailed garments (bodices, sleeves, waistbands)
• Pressing, neatening & professional finishing
• Understanding garment balance & fit•
Who should enrol
• Learners who completed Level 1
• Sewists wanting to improve garment fit and finish
• Creatives exploring decorative sewing techniques
• Anyone preparing for Level 3 Fashion
Skills you will gain
• Ability to adjust patterns for fit & style
• Confidence constructing intermediate garments
• Decorative & finishing technique proficiency
• Strong understanding of garment shaping
Duration
2 Years
Study Options
In Person
Progression
Advance to Level 3 Fashion or explore Tailoring Level 2.
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Level 3
Course Overview
Master advanced dressmaking, pattern manipulation, and professional garment construction. Ideal for learners preparing for tailoring, costume, or creative industry roles.
What you will learn
• Complex pattern manipulation & style lines
• Structured garment techniques (boning, interlining, shaping)
• Advanced fitting for different body types
• Couture finishing & high‑quality construction
• Design development: sketching, planning, sampling
• Portfolio creation & presentation
Who should enrol
• Learners who completed Level 2
• Dressmakers wanting advanced construction skills
• Creatives preparing for industry or portfolio work
• Anyone exploring tailoring or costume pathways
Skills you will gain
• Ability to create complex, structured garments
• Strong pattern‑cutting & advanced fitting skills
• Professional finishing suitable for industry
• Confident design development & portfolio building
Duration
2 Years
Study Options
In Person
Progression
Move into Tailoring, Theatre Costume, or build a professional fashion portfolio.
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Contact us today to enrol