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Advanced Alteration Techniques

Online Short Course Apparel Design and Product Development Industrial Engineering, Quality & Production

Learn to conduct advanced alteration using the various techniques on different types of garments in this 2-day short course! Be part of this SkillsFuture sewing course today!

Overview

Master the art of high-end garment alterations and elevate your skills to work confidently on luxury, bridal, and designer pieces. This hands-on course is designed for experienced alteration specialists, tailors, and dressmakers who want to tackle advanced challenges in garment restructuring and fitting. From reshaping intricate evening gowns to tailoring bespoke suits, participants will learn how to apply professional techniques that meet industry standards and client expectations for premium apparel.

Whether you’re managing a boutique, working as a freelance alteration artisan, or enhancing your career in luxury fashion services, this course empowers you with specialized skills to transform garments while preserving their design integrity. 

The Details

  • FOR SKILLSFUTURE CLAIMS

    Registered Title: (Advanced Alteration Techniques )

    TPGateway Code:TGS-2024042878

  • total hours

    16:00

  • Mode of Learning

    Online

Curriculum

Course Duration

SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:16:00 Trainer Facilitated Hours (On Campus/Virtual):15:00 Self-Directed E-learning Hours:00:00 Assessment Hours:01:00
Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify advanced alteration techniques and select appropriate industrial machines and tools to achieve flawless finishes as per industry norms.
  • Perform complex alterations on lined and layered garments, including shortening full tulle wedding dresses with raw hem finishes, letting out seams, and incorporating gussets into designer evening gowns.
  • Execute specialized alterations for woven evening wear, bridal gowns, and men’s formalwear, such as adding bra cups to gowns, reattaching lace appliqués, shortening men’s shirt cuffs, adjusting jacket sleeve lengths, and tapering sleeves for a modern fit.
  • Transfer precise alteration markings onto garments using professional methods aligned with industry best practices.
  • Alter garments accurately based on markings using appropriate sewing and finishing machines.
  • Measure and assess the final altered garment against specifications, ensuring quality and fit standards are met.
Course Topics
  • Advanced Fit Theory & Client Assessment.
  • Industrial Sewing Machines & Tools for Complex Alterations.
  • Techniques for Working with Lined & Delicate Garments.
  • Shortening Methods for Wedding & Evening Dresses.
  • Inserting Gussets & Letting Out Designer Gowns.
  • Adding Supportive Structure (Bra Cups & Boning).
  • Lace Reattachment & Decorative Element Preservation.
  • Advanced Sleeve Alterations for Shirts & Jackets.
  • Marking & Transferring Alteration Lines Precisely.
  • Quality Control & Fit Verification Standards.
Certificate Issuance
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be awarded a Tembusu Certificate in Advanced Alteration Techniques.
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Admissions

To enrol, you must fulfil the following requirements

1

Aged 16 years and above

 and 2

Course fee funding eligibility : SCs and PRs (Self-sponsored individuals must be at least 21 years old)

 and 3

GCE ‘N’ Level with 3 credits including English and Mathematics OR WSQ ES WPLN Level 4 and above

 and 4

ALL Students are required to have basic knowledge of computer and Microsoft Office

 and 5

All students must be competent or possess equivalent skills and knowledge for the following competencies: a) Drafting and Sewing: Dress OR Intermediate Drafting and Sewing

 and 6

All students must be competent or possess equivalent skills and knowledge for the following competencies: b) Intermediate Alteration Techniques

Graduation

To graduate, you must fulfil the following requirements

1

75% attendance rate of total training hours per module

 and 2

Be found competent for written, practical and oral assessments

International Students

To enrol, you must fulfil the following requirements

1

Aged 16 years and above

 and 2

High School Diploma equivalent to GCE ‘N’ Level with 3 credits including English and Mathematics OR Qualifications from professional institutes may be considered on a case-by-case basis

 and 3

Pass Tembusu Entrance Test

 and 4

English Language Requirement: Possess a minimum credit in English at GCE ‘O’ Level or its equivalent OR IELTS score 5.5 or TOEFL score 46

 and 5

ALL Students are required to have basic knowledge of computer and Microsoft Office

 and 6

All students must be competent or possess equivalent skills and knowledge for the following competencies: a. Drafting and Sewing: Dress OR Intermediate Drafting and Sewing

 and 7

All students must be competent or possess equivalent skills and knowledge for the following competencies: b. Intermediate Alteration Techniques

Graduation

To enrol, you must fulfil the following requirements

1

75% attendance rate of total training hours per module. Student Pass Holders – a minimum of 90% attendance per month will be required.

 and 2

Be found competent for written, practical and oral assessments

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Items Required For Class

Before your class begins, we'd like you to make sure that you have the following items so that the class can proceed smoothly.

  • Garment - Tembusu will provide samples.
  • Tape Measures and Pins - Accessories.

Students are required to bring their Stationery too. List of stationery has been stated below.

  1. Pen
  2. Correction tape/fluid
  3. 2B Pencil (and sharpener or extra lead depending on type of pencil used)
  4. Eraser/Rubber
  5. 1-inch paper masking tape
  6. Glue stick
  7. Notebook
  8. Calculator

Sewing Toolkit and Marker paper

Attached is the new Tembusu Sewing Toolkit list and Marker Paper requirements. The toolkit is required for ALL students who take Tembusu’s Sewing Courses for all new sign-ups from 1 March 2024 onwards.

Price as follows:

  • Sewing Toolkit - Retail Price S$70/set / Tembusu Student Price S$55/set.
  • Students can purchase the above items from SMH Craft (101 Upper Cross St, #03-32 People's Park, Centre 058357) and get the Tembusu Student Price by showing their Tembusu Mobile Student App.
  • You may also purchase your tool kits from here SMH Crafts.
  • Click here to download the Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper list.
You will need a Laptop OR Computer Or Tablet, whichever you prefer, for viewing your E-books and completing classwork.

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FAQs

We do not offer any make-up or replacement classes.

Yes! You can use any SkillsFuture Credits you have to pay for course fees.

We highly discourage you from missing any classes since the entire program is designed to be hands-on intensive. There is also a minimum attendance requirement of 75% of training hours for Singaporean and PRs, and 90% of training hours for international students. If you do not meet the 75% attendance requirement, you will not be eligible to enjoy subsidies nor to sit for the assessment. Make sure you block off your time during your training with us or find an intake option that will ensure you do not miss any classes. You will only wish that you had more time in the class!

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