How to become
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
University
You could do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in garment technology or fashion design.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 1 or 2 A levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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College
You could complete a college course before applying for a job as a garment technology assistant. Courses include:
- fashion and textiles
- garment technology for fashion retail
- T Level in Craft and Design
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You can apply to do an apprenticeship with a design studio or manufacturing firm, such as:
- Fashion and Textiles Product Technologist Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship
- Technical Textiles Specialist Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
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Work
You may be able to start as a garment technology assistant after completing a qualification in fashion or textiles. You would do further training on the job to become a technologist.
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Professional and industry bodies
You could join the UKFT for technical advice, networking opportunities and professional development training.
Further information
You can find out more about working and training in the clothing industry through UKFT Futures.