Fashion Technology & Production Services
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Program Objective:
The mission of the Fashion Technology & Production Services program is to prepare students for employment as a certified Fashion Designer. Instruction is designed to qualify students for employment upon successfully obtaining a Fashion Technology & Production Services certificate.
Program Content:
This program provides technical skill proficiency and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning, and problem-solving skills. The program also enhances work attitudes, general employability skills, technical and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication career cluster.
Admission Requirements:
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16 years of age or older and not currently enrolled in any K-12 program
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Occupational Interest
Completion Requirements:
The entire program is 1050 hours but students can earn a certificate upon completion of the following OCPs:
| OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| OCP A | Garment Fabrication Specialist | 150 Hours |
| OCP B | Industrial Seamstress | 150 Hours |
| OCP C | Introduction to Pattern making and Entrepreneurship | 150 Hours |
| OCP D | Alterations Specialist | 300 Hours |
| OCP E | Formal Wear Specialist | 300 Hours |
| Total Hours: 1050 | ||
Students are expected to complete program competencies.
Employment Opportunities:
- Fashion Designer
- Industrial Designer
- Purchasing Manager
- Pattern Designer
Employment Requirements:
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Complete a Fashion Technology & Production Program
Salary:
The average wage for this career in Florida is $30.08 hourly or $62,570 annually
Financial Aid:
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Applicants must have a high school diploma from an accredited High School, or its equivalent. To apply, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, at www.fafsa.gov. Questions pertaining to this matter should be directed to the Financial Aid Office.
Program Cost:
- In-state residents – $2.56 per hour (Subject to change)
- Out of state resident – $10.25 per hour (Subject to change)
- $15.00 application fee per trimester
- Material fee – $20.00
- Identification fee – $5.00 per trimester
- Liability insurance fee – $10.50
- Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable
Program Hours:
Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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