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Fashion and Textiles - Level 2

Course details

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Qualification name Certificate in Fashion and Textiles
Qualification level 2
Awarding organisation Skills and Education Group Awards
Learning method Classroom based
Course type Free Courses for Jobs
Course hours Part-time
Course start date 2nd February 2027
Cost description Courses are free, and students are eligible to apply for a travel bursary. The majority of the equipment is supplied by us.
Attendance pattern Daytime

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Fashion and Textiles - Level 2 CertificatePoplar Works is a thriving community fashion hub in East London's Fashion District. A partnership between the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London (UAL), Poplar HARCA and The Trampery, it brings together studios for fashion and creative business start-ups, a creative community engagement programme and the Making for Change training and manufacturing initiative. The Making for Change initiative creates a space where fashion students, entrepreneurs, manufacturers and the local community can learn, share and create together; unlocking potential, nurturing talent and helping to write tomorrow's fashion success stories. The Level 2 course delivered at Poplar Works will help you develop the practical and technical skills required by the fashion industry for construction roles, such as Sample Machinists.It will also develop your understanding of how fashion works and the employment opportunities within the sector, as well as your professional skills.

Find out what qualifications and skills you will need for this course.

Students will generally progress from the Level 1 Award.We consider applications for Level 2 study only, but this is dependent on availability and space in the course. Minimum of Entry Level 3 English qualification.

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Modules can include:Industrial garment construction: jersey t-shirts and skirtsDesign principles in the fashion and textiles Industry Introduction to accessories: bagsGarment construction (craft): shirts and shortsIntroduction to tailoring

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Continual feedback and interim assessment. Final assessment of the Level 2 on submission of portfolio and garments.

You will have the opportunity to apply for a position in the fashion production team at Poplar Works. You can:Start or grow your own businessGain on-site support with finding relevant jobs in the fashion industryProgress to Level 3 Diploma courses in fashion/constructionProgress to Level 3 Apprenticeships in fashion and textiles

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Name Poplar Works
Address 384 Abbott Road
London
E14 0UX
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