The Certificate Program in Fashion Design and Construction is a one-semester course that builds a strong foundation in both creative design and technical garment-making. Using the SoFA Method, students will learn the process of conceptualizing, sketching, and constructing original fashion pieces. The program combines critical design thinking with hands-on construction skills preparing students to confidently advance to higher studies or careers in fashion design.
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This course runs for 1 semester or approximately 4 to 5 months.
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Course Outline:
Design Studio 1: Creative Problem Solving
This course introduces the SoFA Method design process, a creative approach that encourages students to think critically, explore deeply, and design with intention. Through guided minor and major projects, students will learn how to generate ideas from a focused theme, develop their concepts through research and experimentation, and translate them into original design outputs. The SoFA Method emphasizes creativity grounded in process helping students build confidence in their own design voice while understanding the discipline behind great design.
Basic Illustration
This foundational course introduces students to the art and discipline of fashion illustration, a key skill in bringing design ideas to life. The course also explores techniques in rendering texture, color, and silhouette to help students express their creative vision clearly and confidently. By the end of the course, students will be able to translate their design concepts into professional fashion sketches that capture both style and storytelling.
Pattern Making and Sewing 1
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of sewing and garment construction. They will learn how to confidently operate a sewing machine and apply essential stitching and assembly techniques. Students will also be guided in creating basic pattern blocks using their own measurements and translating these into flat patterns building the technical foundation needed to construct well-fitted garments and bring their design ideas to life.
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SCHEDULE
Design Studio 1 - B (FACE-TO-FACE)
Monday | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | February 23, 2026 - June 22, 2026
Basic Illustration - B (FACE-TO-FACE)
Monday | 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM | February 23, 2026 - June 22, 2026
Pattern Making and Sewing 1 - B (FACE-TO-FACE)
Saturday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | February 28, 2026 - June 27, 2026
NOTE: Class schedules may change without prior notice. Our Admissions Office will be in touch with enrolled students for any updates or changes to this class schedule.
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Payment Terms:
Payment for Credit/ Debit Card, GrabPay, Gcash, Paymaya, and Buy No Pay Later via BillEase and Atome Installment Plan is now available through PayMongo upon CHECK OUT.
Enrolling students have the option to settle tuition for this course in full upon enrollment, or avail of our 2-part Installment Plan or Monthly Installment Plan. Please click on the appropriate payment term upon checkout to confirm your initial enrollment.
- Full Payment
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 80,832.20
- 2-Part Installment Plan
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 41,916.10
- 2nd Payment: PHP 41,916.10
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4-Part Installment Plan
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 43,416.10
- 2nd Payment: PHP 14,472.03
- 3rd Payment: PHP 14,472.03
- 4th Payment: PHP 14,472.03
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4-Part Installment Plan
- 12-Part Installment Plan (via Bukas)
- If you choose to avail of this installment plan, please contact our Admissions Office at admissions@sofa.edu.ph