This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in diverse areas of textile design, development and production. They may be involved in technical production or be small-scale designers and makers of textile products. People working in these roles use a broad factual, technical and theoretical knowledge of textile materials and processes to underpin sustainable and efficient work practices.
No occupational licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Qualification only:
6 months – 2 years
- Qualification only:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Quality assure textile products | Core |
| Research and use information about textiles | Core |
| Support sustainable practice in apparel and textile design and production | Core |
| Work safely | Core |
| Analyse influences on textile design and construction | Elective |
| Analyse TCF merchandising and marketing principles | Elective |
| Calculate cost estimates for TCF products | Elective |
| Communicate design concepts | Elective |
| Contribute to the development of products or processes | Elective |
| Contribute to the development of textile designs | Elective |
| Estimate and cost jobs | Elective |
| Experiment with techniques to produce textile work | Elective |
| Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
| Integrate colour theory and design processes | Elective |
| Interpret textile information and make production calculations | Elective |
| Investigate applications and performance outcomes of technical textiles | Elective |
| Investigate materials and processes for textile work | Elective |
| Manage technical processes | Elective |
| Manipulate fabrics to create new finishes | Elective |
| Match fabrics to performance and handling requirements | Elective |
| Minimise environmental impact of process | Elective |
| Participate in product engineering | Elective |
| Perform routine textile testing and analyse results | Elective |
| Plan and implement production within a work area | Elective |
| Prepare stencils and screens for textile printing | Elective |
| Present a body of own creative work | Elective |
| Produce drawings to communicate ideas | Elective |
| Produce knitted textile samples | Elective |
| Produce screen-printed textiles | Elective |
| Produce woven textile samples | Elective |
| Refine techniques for textile work | Elective |
| Select dyes and develop dye specifications and recipes | Elective |
| Source textile materials and resources | Elective |
| Work safely with chemicals in TCF operations | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate IV in Textile Design and Technology sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Canvas Goods Fabricator
ANZSCO 393111
Canvas Goods Fabricators fabricate and repair canvas and related products such as awnings, tents, tarpaulins, horse rugs and caravan annexes.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Leather Goods Maker
ANZSCO 393112
Leather Goods Makers fabricate and repair leather articles such as wallets, cases, harnesses and saddlery.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Sail Maker
ANZSCO 393113
Sail Makers fabricate and repair sails and other articles from sailcloth.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Shoemaker
ANZSCO 393114
Shoemakers make and repair boots or shoes.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Apparel Cutter
ANZSCO 393211
Apparel Cutters lay out, mark and cut fabric to form parts of garments.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Clothing Patternmaker
ANZSCO 393212
Clothing Patternmakers draw sets of master patterns following sketches, sample articles and design specifications, and cut out patterns for garments.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Dressmaker and Tailor
ANZSCO 393213
Dressmakers or Tailors make, alter and repair women's and men's tailored garments, formal wear, couturier clothing, and special occasion wear such as suits, dresses, coats, evening wear and bridal wear.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Other Clothing Trades Worker
ANZSCO 393299
Other Clothing Trades Workers includes jobs like Milliner.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Upholsterer
ANZSCO 393311
Upholsterers make, rebuild and repair upholstered articles such as chairs, sofas, beds and mattresses.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV
Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Textile Design and Technology
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
No providers found for this course.
How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.