SEF-SEW8300 - Professional Alterations I

Course Description

With the growing need in the alterations industry for skilled tailors/alterations professionals, this class is designed to prepare students to meet industry standards in the area of alterations. Working on our industrial quality machines, you will learn step-by-step instructions based on the instructor's years of experience in high-end boutiques and department stores as well as in the management and ownership of tailoring shops. This course, along with Professional Alterations II will prepare you for entry level employment in alterations shops, your own profitable home business or a tailored wardrobe of your own. A CPCC certificate will be earned after completion of both Professional Alterations I and II.

Course Outline

Tools and their usage
Basic fitting techniques / measurements / markings
Basic pant alterations
Basic coat alterations
Basic skirt and dress alterations
Ironing, pressing, and steaming

Learner Outcomes

Development of skills that will expand the student's existing sewing techniques, practically apply these skills to a variety of garments/body types and equip the student to develop a trade that could potentially create job opportunities.

Notes

Method of instruction:

Lecture
Demonstration
Practical hands-on work on machines
Field trip to alteration shops

Prerequisites

HMK 8757 and HMK 8751 or approval by Program Developer

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

Professional Alterations Certificate Program : Professional Alterations Certificate