Garment Construction Dressmaking & Sewing Skills
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to cut, assemble and press fashion garments.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This course is scheduled to run in Listowel Campus for 10 weeks, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course.
Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher).
Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
Further information
Start date 15/09/2026
€200
Fees apply to all part-time programmes.
A fee waiver is in place for applicants in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment. You can check your fee waiver eligibility with Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP), INTREO or your Local Employment Service (LES) office.
Learners in employment may also be granted a fee waiver under the Skills to Advance Initiative. For more details on this please contact Claire at business@kerrycollege.ie
This course is ideal for learners with basic sewing experience. Learners should have access to a sewing machine to gain confidence in techniques outside of class time. There is an element of self directed study and practice with this programme. There will be supplies in class but learners will need to bring their own fabric and trimmings for the garments they create. This will be later in the course and the teacher will discuss and advise learner based on the project they are creating.
What will I study?
Outline the processes involved in garment construction
Explain the importance of producing a toile and sewing samples prior to the construction of a garment
Explain the factors that affect the selection and use of various fabrics and linings for use in garment construction
Use cutting, sewing and pressing skills appropriate to a range of fabric types
Use a range of cutting, sewing and pressing tools during the construction process
Select appropriate fusings, interfacings, buttons, zips, trims for the garments being constructed
Use various pattern lays
Plan and execute the construction of garments within a timeframe under guidance
Respond to timelines and deadlines in the production of fashion items
Make informed critical judgments of processes engaged in the production of completed garments.
Garment Construction 5N1276
Contact our Kerry College Admissions Offices – Tralee on 066 714 9696, Killarney on 064 662 2593 or Parttime@kerrycollege.ie