The Fashion program offers a variety of courses that allow students to develop skills to pursue careers in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Computer Fashion Technology, Computer Fashion Technology: Merchandising, and related fashion careers. With a high emphasis on technology, both computer and equipment-based, students obtain skills that assist them in securing positions and advance in the fashion field. Coursework is supplemented with participation in field excursions, guest lecturers, work experience positions, and opportunities that involve the local fashion community. Much of the emphasis of the program is on active student learning and participation in class and campus activities that involve leadership and planning. A strong advisory committee of fashion professionals provides input to the program and supports various activities on and off campus.
20-25
The goal of the Fashion Program is to provide students with technical and career skills that allow them to enter the fashion industry with a balance of knowledge, theory, and practical training. We strive to provide students with quality instruction, utilizing current technology and equipment, and relevant curriculum.
The Fashion Merchandising Certificate of Achievement is designed for a student interested in a fashion merchandising-related career. Students gain an understanding of career opportunities within the fashion industry and develop a working knowledge of the phases involved in a constantly changing fashion industry. The CoA provides the opportunity to advance from foundational skills and move forward from entry-level positions to mid-career level positions in sales, retail, marketing, wholesale buying, visual presentation, event production, or styling.
Changes were made to the CoA to promote student success, provide a clearer pathway and opportunities for employment. Units were reduced from 33.5-38.5 units to 19-24 units.
Courses removed – FASH 105, FASH 108, FASH 113, FASH 125, FASH168, CBTE 140
New courses – FASH 173
Courses modified – FASH 178, FASH 111, FASH 190, Mark 105, Mark110, Mark 130
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fash 110 | Fashion Buying/Management | 3 | Y1, S1 |
| Fash 109, 111, 179, or 190 | Fashion Product Development, Fashion E-commerce, Fashion Photo Styling, or Fashion Entrepreneurship | 3 | Y1, S1 or S2 |
| Fash 175, 176, or 178 | Computer Fashion Design: Adobe Photoshop, Computer Fashion Design: Adobe Illustrator, or Computer Publishing and Portfolio | 3 | Y1, S1 or S2 |
| Fash 112 | Fashion Promotion | 3 | Y1, S1 |
| Fash 115 | Visual Merchandising | 3 | Y1, S2 |
| Fash 173 | Fashion Marketing on the Internet | 1 | Y1, S2 |
| Fash 155, 156, 157 or 158 | Fashion Field Studies, International Fashion Field Studies: Overview, International Fashion Field Studies: Focused Study, Fashion Field Studies: Trade Shows/Markets | 1-4 | Y1, S2 |
| Fash 270 | Work Experience | 2-4 | Y1, S2 |
Larry McLemore · 11/19/21
Cuyamaca supports
Jesse Lopez · 11/18/21
Miramar College agrees with COE’s comments and endorses the program modification.
Cassandra Storey · 11/18/21
SDCCE supports program mod
Jennifer Lewis · 11/17/21
Southwestern supports this modification.
Susan Wyche · 11/16/21
Palomar College supports the modification.
Efrain Silva · 11/08/21
IVC supports the modification.
Dr. Javier Ayala · 11/08/21
GC supports.
Dr. Al Taccone · 11/03/21
MiraCosta Colleges recommends approval.
John Edwards · 11/03/21
Mesa College submitted the appropriate LMI from the COE. The COE recommends proceeding with developing a program because 1) entry-level wages for most Fashion Occupations are above the living wage for San Diego County and 2) a large supply gap exists. The region should note that employers typically require a bachelor’s degree as the minimum requirement for Fashion occupations.
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