Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles
Certificate III in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles
MST31022
BIY7
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in production-related roles in the textile, clothing and footwear industry. Individuals may be self-employed or work in small or large organisations. They use specialised knowledge of apparel or textile production processes and apply discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills to achieve work outcomes and take responsibility for their own work. Individuals may have some limited responsibility for the work of others.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eighteen (18)- six (6) core units
- twelve (12) elective units, consisting of:
- at least six (6) units from Group A
- six (6) additional units from Groups A, B, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - all units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Note: Where prerequisite units are identified they must be counted in the total number of units required for achievement of the qualification.
Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses must not duplicate units available within this qualification.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEQ55 | MSS402055 | Apply quality standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ74 | MSTGN2023 | Identify and handle fabrics and textiles | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ70 | MSTGN3019 | Interact with others in an apparel and textile design and production environment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ57 | MSTAT2005 | Sew materials by machine | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ71 | MSTGN3018 | Support sustainable practice in apparel and textile design and production | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWC15 | MSMWHS200 | Work safely | 26 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least six (6) unit must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B General Elective Units
Up to six (6) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEQ0 | MST30819 | Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology | Qualification |
| BEZ6 | MST30119 | Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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