Basic Alteration (New)
(WSQ Apply Basic Alteration Techniques
)
TGS-2020513090
Overview
This course provides a broad-based knowledge of how to conduct basic alteration using various techniques. You will be able to apply the proper methods of alteration to the various types of a garment. This course is highly recommended for people who are involved in the fashion retail service sector and designers to cater to the demands of customers who require clothing alterations or modifications to fit their body. Participants will be involved in the active learning of garment fit evaluation and pinning for alteration through simulated samples and ready-made clothing. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Course Specialities
- Apparel Design and Product Development
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This course provides a broad-based knowledge of how to conduct basic alteration using various techniques. You will be able to apply the proper methods of alteration to the various types of a garment. This course is highly recommended for people who are involved in the fashion retail service sector and designers to cater to the demands of customers who require clothing alterations or modifications to fit their body. Participants will be involved in the active learning of garment fit evaluation and pinning for alteration through simulated samples and ready-made clothing. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
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Course Duration
- SSG Approved Training & Assessment Hours 12:00
Objectives
- Perform simple alterations on basic woven and knit garments including tops, shirts, skirts, pants and dresses
- Determine the amount of fabric to take in or release after performing proper pinning for alteration on a garment
- Transfer the required alteration with proper markings onto the garment
- Alter the garment based on marking using proper sewing and finishing machines
- Measure altered garment against the given specification
Entry Requirement
Singapore/PR Students:
- GCE ‘N’ Level with 3 credits including English and Mathematics OR
- WSQ ES WPLN Level 4 and above
International Students:
- High School Diploma equivalent to GCE ‘N’ Level with 3 credits including English and Mathematics OR
- Qualifications from professional institutes may be considered on a case-by-case basis AND/OR
- Pass TaF.tc Entrance Test
English Language Requirement –
- Possess a minimum credit in English at GCE ‘O’ Level or its equivalent OR
- IELTS score 4.5 or TOEFL score 450
ALL Students are required to have basic knowledge of computer and Microsoft Office
Additional Pre-requisites:
All students must be competent or possess equivalent skills and knowledge for the following competencies:
- WSQ Develop Apparel Patterns through Drafting and Sew Basic Tops and Skirt
- WSQ Fit Evaluation and Pinning for Alteration
Graduation Requirements
Student must fulfil the following requirements:
- 75% attendance rate of total training hours per module
- Be found competent during written, practical and oral assessments
Student Pass Holders – a minimum of 90% attendance per month will be required
Who Should Attend
- Fashion Retail Service Personnel
- Sales Associates / Advisors
- Fashion Retail Merchandisers
- Fashion Store Manager or Supervisor
- Fit Technician
- Garment Alteration Sewing Technician
- Fashion Designers
- Shop Manager for Tailors
- Boutique Managers and Assistants
- Fashion Stylists
- Customer Service Personnel
- Fashion Entrepreneurs
- Managers / Assistants of Uniform Companies
- Seamstress
Key Learning Areas
- Points of body measurements
- Type of fit and ease
- Types of seams and stitches
- Pinning techniques on fitted garment
- Thread, operate & maintain lockstitch (301) and over edge (504/514) and cover stitch sewing machines
- Marking techniques from the pinning on garment for alteration
Certificate Issuance
Upon successful completion of the course, student will be awarded the Statement of Attainment (SOA) for WSQ Apply Basic Alteration Techniques. WSQ Certification is nationally endorsed and recognised by industry partners.
Course Fee
All Singaporean/PRs (SSG)
SkillsFuture Singapore Grant (SSG)
All Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
- Full Course Fee S$ 730.00
- Application Fee S$ 26.00
- Less: SSG Grant S$ 511.00
- - -
- GST (7%) S$ 17.15
- Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST)
S$ 262.15
Singaporean (SFMCES)
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Funding (SFMCES)
All Singaporeans aged 40 years and above
- Full Course Fee S$ 730.00
- Application Fee S$ 26.00
- Less: SSG Grant S$ 511.00
- Less: SFMCES
S$ 146.00
- GST (7%) S$ 17.15
- Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST)
S$ 116.15
SMEs (ETSS)
Enhanced Training Support Funding (ETSS)
SME with employment size ≤ 200 or annual sales turnover ≤ S$ 100 million
Company must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
At leat 30% local shareholding is held by Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
Employees are Singaporean / PR
SME can claim additional 20% of full gross fee under ETSS where applicable
To check ETSS eligibility, contact our programme advisor at +65 3158 9328
so that they could check directly with the Grant Calculator system on your eligibility.
ETSS
- Full Course Fee S$ 730.00
- Application Fee S$ 26.00
- Less: SSG Grant S$ 511.00
- Less: ETSS
S$ 146.00
- GST (7%) S$ 17.15
- Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST)
S$ 116.15
Non ETSS
- Full Course Fee S$ 730.00
- Application Fee S$ 26.00
- Less: SSG Grant S$ 511.00
- - -
- GST (7%) S$ 17.15
- Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST)
S$ 262.15
International Students
- Full Course Fee S$ 730.00
- Application Fee S$ 26.00
- NA NA
- NA NA
- GST (7%) S$ 52.92
- Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST)
S$ 808.92
Course Schedule (Full Time)
Basic Alteration (New)
- Date 14 Aug 2022 to 21 Aug 2022 View Schedules
- Day Weekend
- Time 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Corporate / Public Open to Public
- Location Central Plaza (Main Office)
- Registration Full