Fashion Design Certification

Fashion Design Certification Course

The fashion design course was written for students who are interested in working in the steadily growing fashion industry. With this online training course, you will have all the information necessary to successfully begin a career in this field.

Fashion design enables individuals to study fashion trends, sketch ideas and create designs. As you work through this course, you will gain a comprehensive overview of the design industry, elements of design and career options within the field.

This convenient online course provides students with the unique opportunity to learn course material at their own pace. You will have access to comprehensive study material 24 hours a day ensuring that you can study anytime, anywhere.

Many individuals who take the course are still able to work full time, which ensures that you can maintain your current lifestyle whilst working toward achieving your career goals. You can access this course from any internet-enabled device.

As you work through the programme, you will find the short, flexible modules incredibly easy to navigate. However, if you find you have any questions, you can access online support while you train. Before receiving your diploma, you must complete and pass a multiple-choice exam.

After successfully passing your course, you can download your diploma right from home. If you prefer, we can post it to you at an additional cost.

What You Will Learn

The fashion design course will cover the following information:

  • An introduction to common fashion terminology
  • The skills necessary to become a fashion designer
  • The five stages of a fashion cycle
  • The history of fashion
  • The elements and principles of fashion design
  • How to conduct fashion market research and identify your target customer
  • Fashion design forecasting
  • How to create mood boards
  • Fashion design sketching
  • Garment sample stages
  • An overview of material terminology
  • The main fibre groups used in the fashion industry
  • Textile fibres and their properties
  • An overview of fabric construction
  • Fabric performance characteristics and finishes
  • How to source materials, trims and contractors
  • Draping, cutting and sewing essentials
  • Sewing techniques for fashion design
  • Sizing and grading
  • Garment support and structure
  • Buttons, enclosures and finishes
  • Garment construction
  • Fittings, revisions and costing
  • Garment tech packages
  • Finding a clothing manufacturer and preparing for mass production
  • Making your clothing line, domain name and trademark
  • Creating your business plan
  • Financing your line and finding resources in the United States
  • Selling and marketing your fashions
  • Finding models and launching a fashion show
  • Careers in fashion design
  • Starting your own fashion design business
  • Preparing and presenting your portfolio

Benefits of the Fashion Design Course Certification

When you work towards earning your fashion design certification, you will benefit from the following:

  • The ability to study from anywhere at any time that works for you, as long as there is an internet connection
  • Study at your own pace. There is no time limit, so if it takes you days or months, you can still complete the course
  • The ability to study from any device including computers, mobile phones or tablets
  • You benefit from easy to manage modules, which help to make studying a gratifying experience
  • Convenient online support is available to help you stay on the right track
  • Access to a comprehensive syllabus, which puts you on the fast track to becoming an expert in the field
  • Improve your prospects while applying for opportunities in the design industry
  • Receive a certification that is respected in the industry
  • An affordable pricing structure

This course includes

24/7 Student Support

End of course certification

Lifetime access to your course

Compatible with modern devices

PLUS - Access to the exclusive New Skills Academy Study Group!
  • The Daily Tasks of a Fashion Designer
  • The Different Types of Fashion Design
  • The Skills Necessary to be a Fashion Designer
  • Common Fashion Design Terminology
  • Fashion Trends of the 19th Century
  • 19th Century Fashion Influencers
  • Fashion Trends of the 20th Century
  • 20th Century Fashion Designers
  • The Elements of Fashion Design
  • The Principles of Fashion Design
  • Understanding Fashion Design Styles
  • Fashion Market Research
  • How to Create a Mood Board
  • A Look at the Design Development Process
  • Fashion Design Sketching
  • Sketching with Flat Schematics
  • An Overview of Material Terminology
  • The Main Fiber Groups Used in the Fashion Industry
  • Understanding Textile Fiber and their Properties
  • An Overview of Fabric Construction
  • Sourcing Materials and Contractors
  • Fabric and Trim Storyboards
  • Patternmaking for Fashion Design
  • Sizing, Grading, and Measurements
  • Fitting the Toile and Altering the Pattern
  • Cutting and Laying Your Pattern
  • Garment Construction for Fashion Design
  • Surface Specific Techniques
  • Garment Support and Structure
  • Finishes, Buttons and Trimmings
  • Finding a Clothing Manufacturer for Your Line
  • Creating a Garment Tech Pack
  • Developing a Business Plan
  • Owning a Business
  • How to Start a Clothing Label
  • Financing Your Clothing Label
  • The Fashion Industry in the United States
  • Career Opportunities in Fashion Design
  • Resources in the United States
  • Developing Your Brand Identity
ID: YDFT67YHJ
certificate

of achievement

This certificate is presented to

Your Name

NSA

For completing the

Fashion Design Certification

on 21st November 2026

Selena Hurford

Selena Hurford

Course Tutor

cpd

Daniel Morgan

Daniel Morgan

Head of Academy

Certificate Example

Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

The pass mark for the test is 70%.

If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.

You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.

We estimate that the course will take about 16 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.

The course is informative and easy to follow. I especially liked the history tips given throughout the course.

I have included the payroll Diploma course to add another skill set to my CV and being self employed and in the mature bracket it is good to keep yourself updated on all new legislation. I also liked the option of returning to complete modules in your own time to fit in around work commitments.

Claire Bishop

Great course which is simple to do but you get a great qualification in the end and if you fail a unit it is simply to retake.

Full knowledge of area so it makes it easier to start a business and tells you the legal things you need to know as well

Charlie Thurlow

I love the course very straight forward. Would love to know if there are any more courses available like this for advancement. Everything is clearly explained and if you get in trouble there is a helpline you can call. There should be more courses like this available online to benefit those people that want to go to work in their chosen field but are unable to pay for a program at college or else where. Well done and thank you for allowing me to pursue my interest and hopefully a career at the end of my studying.

Jo Debbage-lodge

This course was excellent, detailed and enjoyable. It gave me lots of information and helped me develop my skills and knowledge to assist facilitate learning of students that have special educational needs. It outlined the main conditions that fall into the categories of SEN and a detailed explanation of them.

This course also gave me lots of ideas on how to assist learners and the confidence of how to develop my teaching resources. It also highlighted the relevant legislation covering special educational needs and gave me important information regarding the roles and responsibilities of the SENCO and the teacher in supporting learners.

I now feel more confident that I will be able to support these students better.

Emma Louise Dalton

This short course about dyslexia is well worth the money. I am a fully qualified dyslexia specialist who teaches full time. I saw this course and thought it would be a good idea to ensure my knowledge and strategies were current. This course is thorough, packed with facts and useful interventions and is easily manageable. It fulfils its brief and would be extremely useful to teachers and TAs working in school who wish to increase their knowledge of SpLD and how to support children effectively. The course reinforces prior knowledge and gives food for thought and discussion. The time indicators for each session are reasonably accurate and allow you to plan your studying and feel that the course is manageable around other commitments. There are some points which feel incomplete or slightly simplified but one can always find further literature and articles to extend one's understanding. I recommend this course.

Carolyn Bettesworth

After being in recruitment for three years, this was an amazing course to remind me all the things that I may have let slip it also encouraged me to sharpen up my recruitment practices and I feel rejuvenated in my approach to recruitment with both clients and candidates.
Through the help of this course I feel that I can actively, proactively and effectively target both clients and candidates to achieve my target orientated goals.

Shaun Paskin

Duration:
16 hours

Access:
Lifetime Access

Approved by:
CPD

Learning Type:


Text based modules  Images 

Cost:
$120.00

Fashion Design Certification Course

The fashion design course was written for students who are interested in working in the steadily growing fashion industry. With this online training course, you will have all the information necessary to successfully begin a career in this field.

Fashion design enables individuals to study fashion trends, sketch ideas and create designs. As you work through this course, you will gain a comprehensive overview of the design industry, elements of design and career options within the field.

This convenient online course provides students with the unique opportunity to learn course material at their own pace. You will have access to comprehensive study material 24 hours a day ensuring that you can study anytime, anywhere.

Many individuals who take the course are still able to work full time, which ensures that you can maintain your current lifestyle whilst working toward achieving your career goals. You can access this course from any internet-enabled device.

As you work through the programme, you will find the short, flexible modules incredibly easy to navigate. However, if you find you have any questions, you can access online support while you train. Before receiving your diploma, you must complete and pass a multiple-choice exam.

After successfully passing your course, you can download your diploma right from home. If you prefer, we can post it to you at an additional cost.

What You Will Learn

The fashion design course will cover the following information:

  • An introduction to common fashion terminology
  • The skills necessary to become a fashion designer
  • The five stages of a fashion cycle
  • The history of fashion
  • The elements and principles of fashion design
  • How to conduct fashion market research and identify your target customer
  • Fashion design forecasting
  • How to create mood boards
  • Fashion design sketching
  • Garment sample stages
  • An overview of material terminology
  • The main fibre groups used in the fashion industry
  • Textile fibres and their properties
  • An overview of fabric construction
  • Fabric performance characteristics and finishes
  • How to source materials, trims and contractors
  • Draping, cutting and sewing essentials
  • Sewing techniques for fashion design
  • Sizing and grading
  • Garment support and structure
  • Buttons, enclosures and finishes
  • Garment construction
  • Fittings, revisions and costing
  • Garment tech packages
  • Finding a clothing manufacturer and preparing for mass production
  • Making your clothing line, domain name and trademark
  • Creating your business plan
  • Financing your line and finding resources in the United States
  • Selling and marketing your fashions
  • Finding models and launching a fashion show
  • Careers in fashion design
  • Starting your own fashion design business
  • Preparing and presenting your portfolio

Benefits of the Fashion Design Course Certification

When you work towards earning your fashion design certification, you will benefit from the following:

  • The ability to study from anywhere at any time that works for you, as long as there is an internet connection
  • Study at your own pace. There is no time limit, so if it takes you days or months, you can still complete the course
  • The ability to study from any device including computers, mobile phones or tablets
  • You benefit from easy to manage modules, which help to make studying a gratifying experience
  • Convenient online support is available to help you stay on the right track
  • Access to a comprehensive syllabus, which puts you on the fast track to becoming an expert in the field
  • Improve your prospects while applying for opportunities in the design industry
  • Receive a certification that is respected in the industry
  • An affordable pricing structure

This course includes

24/7 Student Support

End of course certification

Lifetime access to your course

Compatible with modern devices

PLUS - Access to the exclusive New Skills Academy Study Group!
  • The Daily Tasks of a Fashion Designer
  • The Different Types of Fashion Design
  • The Skills Necessary to be a Fashion Designer
  • Common Fashion Design Terminology
  • Fashion Trends of the 19th Century
  • 19th Century Fashion Influencers
  • Fashion Trends of the 20th Century
  • 20th Century Fashion Designers
  • The Elements of Fashion Design
  • The Principles of Fashion Design
  • Understanding Fashion Design Styles
  • Fashion Market Research
  • How to Create a Mood Board
  • A Look at the Design Development Process
  • Fashion Design Sketching
  • Sketching with Flat Schematics
  • An Overview of Material Terminology
  • The Main Fiber Groups Used in the Fashion Industry
  • Understanding Textile Fiber and their Properties
  • An Overview of Fabric Construction
  • Sourcing Materials and Contractors
  • Fabric and Trim Storyboards
  • Patternmaking for Fashion Design
  • Sizing, Grading, and Measurements
  • Fitting the Toile and Altering the Pattern
  • Cutting and Laying Your Pattern
  • Garment Construction for Fashion Design
  • Surface Specific Techniques
  • Garment Support and Structure
  • Finishes, Buttons and Trimmings
  • Finding a Clothing Manufacturer for Your Line
  • Creating a Garment Tech Pack
  • Developing a Business Plan
  • Owning a Business
  • How to Start a Clothing Label
  • Financing Your Clothing Label
  • The Fashion Industry in the United States
  • Career Opportunities in Fashion Design
  • Resources in the United States
  • Developing Your Brand Identity
ID: YDFT67YHJ
certificate

of achievement

This certificate is presented to

Your Name

NSA

For completing the

Fashion Design Certification

on 21st November 2026

Selena Hurford

Selena Hurford

Course Tutor

cpd

Daniel Morgan

Daniel Morgan

Head of Academy

Certificate Example

Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

The pass mark for the test is 70%.

If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.

You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.

We estimate that the course will take about 16 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.

The course is informative and easy to follow. I especially liked the history tips given throughout the course.

I have included the payroll Diploma course to add another skill set to my CV and being self employed and in the mature bracket it is good to keep yourself updated on all new legislation. I also liked the option of returning to complete modules in your own time to fit in around work commitments.

Claire Bishop

Great course which is simple to do but you get a great qualification in the end and if you fail a unit it is simply to retake.

Full knowledge of area so it makes it easier to start a business and tells you the legal things you need to know as well

Charlie Thurlow

I love the course very straight forward. Would love to know if there are any more courses available like this for advancement. Everything is clearly explained and if you get in trouble there is a helpline you can call. There should be more courses like this available online to benefit those people that want to go to work in their chosen field but are unable to pay for a program at college or else where. Well done and thank you for allowing me to pursue my interest and hopefully a career at the end of my studying.

Jo Debbage-lodge

This course was excellent, detailed and enjoyable. It gave me lots of information and helped me develop my skills and knowledge to assist facilitate learning of students that have special educational needs. It outlined the main conditions that fall into the categories of SEN and a detailed explanation of them.

This course also gave me lots of ideas on how to assist learners and the confidence of how to develop my teaching resources. It also highlighted the relevant legislation covering special educational needs and gave me important information regarding the roles and responsibilities of the SENCO and the teacher in supporting learners.

I now feel more confident that I will be able to support these students better.

Emma Louise Dalton

This short course about dyslexia is well worth the money. I am a fully qualified dyslexia specialist who teaches full time. I saw this course and thought it would be a good idea to ensure my knowledge and strategies were current. This course is thorough, packed with facts and useful interventions and is easily manageable. It fulfils its brief and would be extremely useful to teachers and TAs working in school who wish to increase their knowledge of SpLD and how to support children effectively. The course reinforces prior knowledge and gives food for thought and discussion. The time indicators for each session are reasonably accurate and allow you to plan your studying and feel that the course is manageable around other commitments. There are some points which feel incomplete or slightly simplified but one can always find further literature and articles to extend one's understanding. I recommend this course.

Carolyn Bettesworth

After being in recruitment for three years, this was an amazing course to remind me all the things that I may have let slip it also encouraged me to sharpen up my recruitment practices and I feel rejuvenated in my approach to recruitment with both clients and candidates.
Through the help of this course I feel that I can actively, proactively and effectively target both clients and candidates to achieve my target orientated goals.

Shaun Paskin

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