Certificate in Fashion Design (CDACC) – Level 5
The CDACC Fashion Design Diploma equips students with practical skills and industry knowledge to bring creative ideas to life. Whether starting out or enhancing your design abilities, the program prepares you for careers in fashion creation, garment production, jewelry design, fabric decoration, and styling.
- One and a half (1 ½) years
- Intakes: January, May, September
Entry requirments
A minimum KCSE grade of D plain or Craft Certificate (Level 3 or 4) in Fashion Design or related field.
Pathway:
After completing Level 6, graduates are prepared for professional roles in fashion design, garment production, styling, or fashion business, and can further advance their skills through higher education or specialized fashion programs.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fashion Design program can work as:
- Fashion designers
- Fashion stylists
- Clothing alteration specialists
- Fashion entrepreneurs or boutique owners
Programme structure
Basic units
- Apply Textile Material Principles
- Apply Fashion Design and Sketching
- Apply Pattern Construction and Grading Principles
Core units
- Produce Decorated Fabrics (Batik and Embroidery)
- Produce Ladies Wear
- Produce Gents Wear
- Industry Training
Contact us
10 Westlands Road, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
- +254 746 462326
- info@nit.ac.ke
- +254 703 825614
How to Apply
- Apply
Complete the online application form, upload KCSE or equivalent results, identification document and other relevant academic certificates.
- Review
The admissions office will verify your documents and eligibility. If anything is missing or unclear, you will be contacted to provide clarification or additional information.
- Feedback
Once your application is reviewed, you will receive an official admission decision. Successful applicants will get an admission letter outlining the program, reporting dates, and next steps.
- Payment
Pay the required fees through the approved N.I.T. payment channels. Keep your receipt as proof of payment.
- Class
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