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Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion
Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion
MST40222
BIY4
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 working as design assistants, merchandising assistants and specialist production technicians, such as patternmakers and sewing machinists. These individuals support design and production in the apparel and fashion industry. The qualification includes business and design outcomes which build on technical production skills and knowledge to provide a basis for career progression to design, construction and merchandising management roles.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty (20)- eight (8) core units
- twelve (12) elective units, consisting of:
- at least nine (9) units from Groups A, B or C
- three (3) additional units from Groups A, B, C, D or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - all units must be relevant to the work outcome and not duplicate units available within this qualification.
Any combination of electives that meets the rule above can be selected for the award of Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Packaging for each specialisation
- at least four (4) Group A electives must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion (Garment Construction)
- at least four (4) Group B electives must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion (Design and Patternmaking)
- at least four (4) Group C electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion (Business)
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBA26 | MSTFD4023 | Calculate cost estimates for TCF products | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ06 | MSTGN4023 | Interact and network with TCF industry participants | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ46 | MSTGN3021 | Match fabrics to performance and handling requirements | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBA17 | MSTGN2014 | Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ53 | MSTAT3001 | Produce technical drawings of garments | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ05 | MSTGN4024 | Quality assure textile products | 25 | 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 - Garment Construction
At least four (4) Group A elective units must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion (Garment Construction).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEZ08 | MSTAT4014 | Assemble and fit bespoke garments | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ09 | MSTAT4016 | Cut and sew design prototypes | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ07 | MSTAT4015 | Determine and perform advanced garment repairs and alterations | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ10 | MSTAT4013 | Measure, lay up and cut bespoke garments | 120 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ38 | MSTGN4019 | Plan and implement production within a work area | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ11 | MSTAT4012 | Produce garments using advanced construction techniques | 90 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Design and Patternmaking
At least four (4) Group B elective units must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion (Design and Patternmaking).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C - Business
At least four (4) Group C elective units must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion (Business).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCF58 | BSBMKG435 | Analyse consumer behaviour | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ40 | MSTGN4018 | Analyse TCF merchandising and marketing principles | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCF62 | BSBMKG431 | Assess marketing opportunities | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCG32 | BSBESB402 | Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCF33 | BSBMKG548 | Forecast international market and business needs | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ38 | MSTGN4019 | Plan and implement production within a work area | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCD47 | BSBMKG434 | Promote products and services | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCF60 | BSBMKG432 | Research international markets | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBA27 | MSTFD4022 | Source materials and resources for production of TCF designs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ03 | MSTGN4026 | Source textile materials and resources | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCF37 | BSBMKG433 | Undertake marketing activities | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D - General Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEP8 | MST40519 | Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising | Qualification |
| BEP5 | MST40219 | Certificate IV in Clothing Production | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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