Turn Creative Ideas into Professional Garments

The Apparel Pattern Maker & Grader NQF Level 5 programme at Greenview College equips learners with the technical skills required to create, develop and modify garment patterns for the fashion and clothing industry.

This qualification focuses on pattern construction, garment development, size grading and production techniques. Learners gain practical knowledge to transform fashion concepts into accurate, production-ready clothing designs.

Become a Skilled Apparel Pattern Maker

A successful apparel professional requires creativity, precision and technical understanding of garment construction. The Apparel Pattern Maker & Grader NQF Level 5 course helps learners develop the ability to create patterns that meet industry standards and support efficient clothing production.

Why Study Apparel Pattern Making at Greenview College?

👗 Develop practical fashion production skills
✂️ Learn professional pattern-making techniques
📚 Gain industry-focused knowledge
🧵 Understand garment construction processes
🎓 Prepare for opportunities in the clothing industry


Enrol for Apparel Pattern Maker & Grader NQF Level 5 Today

Start your journey towards a career in fashion and apparel production with the Apparel Pattern Maker & Grader NQF Level 5 programme at Greenview College.

Students gain skills in:

✅ Garment pattern development
✅ Pattern construction and modification
✅ Size grading techniques
✅ Fashion design principles
✅ Fabric selection and understanding
✅ Clothing production processes
✅ Technical drawings and specifications
✅ Quality control in apparel manufacturing

Build Your Career in Fashion and Clothing Production

The fashion and apparel industry requires skilled professionals who understand both creativity and technical garment development. With the right training, learners can contribute to clothing manufacturing, fashion businesses and apparel production environments.

Greenview College provides practical, career-focused training designed to prepare students with skills needed in the fashion and textile industry.

What is Apparel Pattern Maker & Grader NQF Level 5?

Apparel Pattern Maker & Grader NQF Level 5 is a fashion qualification focused on developing skills in garment pattern creation, modification and size grading.

What will I learn in apparel pattern making?

Learners study garment construction, pattern development, grading techniques, fabric knowledge and clothing production processes.

Who should study Apparel Pattern Making?

This course is suitable for individuals interested in fashion design, clothing manufacturing, garment production and textile industries.

What career opportunities are available after completing this course?

Graduates can pursue opportunities as pattern makers, garment technicians, fashion assistants and clothing production specialists.

  • Apparel Pattern Maker
  • Pattern Grader
  • Fashion Production Assistant
  • Garment Technician
  • Clothing Manufacturing Assistant
  • Fashion Design Assistant
  • Apparel Quality Controller
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  • N4 Entry Requirement: Matric/Grade 12 (with full mathematics and science 40%+ Passrate), or N3 Pass (with mathematics and science)

NOTE: Proceed to the next level only when the previous level has been successfully completed i.e. N4 for N5, etc.

Upon completion of every level, a certificate will be issued from the Department of Education. A Diploma will be issued by the Department of Education on completion of N6 as well as two (2) years on the job training/attachment in the relevant industry
The qualification is made up of the following modules which are done over a period of 24 months.

National Certificate (N3): Engineering Mathematics, Building Science, Building Drawing, Building & Civil Technology.
National Certificate (N4 + N5 + N6): Engineering Mathematics, Building & Structural, Surveying, Building & Structural Construction Building Administration. Elective: Quantity

N4 60 Credits
N5 60 Credits
N6 60 Credits
Total 180 Credits
DURATION18 MONTHS
REGISTRATION FEER350.00
DEPOSIT FEER950.00
MONTHLY FEER1000 (18 MONTHS)
COURSE FEER19300.00

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