Courses & Curriculum
At CIA Fashion Academy, we are committed to providing a world-class fashion education that blends creativity, technical expertise, and business acumen. Our curriculum is designed to equip aspiring designers, fashion entrepreneurs, and industry professionals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic world of fashion. With a strong focus on hands-on training, innovation, and industry relevance, our courses cover everything from foundational design principles to advanced garment construction, digital fashion techniques, and business strategies. As a NABTEB-accredited institution, we uphold the highest educational standards, ensuring that our students receive recognized certifications that enhance their career prospects both locally and internationally
Beginners Program
Beginners Program
Duration: 10 weeks (Depending on schedule)
Module 1
- Introduction to sewing machine
- Understanding body Form
- Taking Body Measurement
- How to Place & Sew a dart
- How to Fix Zipper
- Sewing on a straight / curve
Module 2
- How to draft a basic skirt pattern
- How to cut & sew a pencil skirt
- How to calculate & sew different pleat variations
- Understanding Flare; 180 & 360 degrees variations
- Cutting & sewing a circular skirt
- How to make a flounce skirt
- How to make a 2 pieces fish tail / A-line skirt
- How to make a 6 pieces skirt
Module 3
- How to make a kimono shift dress
- How to draft a basic bodice pattern
- Sewing a sleeveless blouse
Module 4
- Introduction to sleeve pattern
- Sleeve types
- Introduction to basic bodice dart
Module 5
- Introduction to neckline design
- Introduction to collar design
Group Practical assessment
- Design a peplum blouse with 6 pieces skirt
- Design a floor length fitted panel dress with structured sleeve
Business Basics
Certificate of Completion
Intermediate Program
Intermediate Program
Duration: 10 weeks (Depending on schedule)
Module 1
Basic bodice/ basic skirt / basic sleeve / Off-shoulder sleeve
- How to make halter neck dress
- More dart manipulation
- Armhole princess dart
- French dart
- Underarm dart
- Neck dart
Module 2
Dress design
- Cowl neck dress
- Wrap dress
Module 3
Neck design
- Sweetheart neck
- Boat neck
- Queen Anne
Module 4
Bustier designs
- Strapless bustier
- Bustier with yoke
- Off-shoulder bustier
Module 5
More skirt designs
- Panel with Godet
- Jean skirt
- More dress designs
- Monostrap dress
- Milk made dress
Module 6
Introduction to corporate wear
- How to draft, cut and sew a corporate trouser
- Trouser pattern alteration, band / zipper fly / pocket
- How to cut and sew jumpsuit
- Measurement needed for a shirt pattern
- How to draft a shirt pattern
- How to draft a shirt sleeve and collar pattern
- Sleeve cuff and placket
- How to sew a shirt design with neat finishing
Module 7
- Introduction to corsetry
- Altering a bodice pattern to a cupped corset
- Making homemade bra cup
- Plugged neckline techniques / boning application
- Cutting, embellishment and finishing
Group practical assessment
Sketch and design a street wear / corporate or dinner wear
Certificate of Completion
Professional Program
Professional Program
Duration: 12 weeks (Depending on schedule)
Module 1
Bridal & Bespoke tailoring
Basic bodice / basic skirt / basic sleeve / Off shoulder sleeve
Dart exercise;
- Asymmetric dart interpretation
Mini project
Color blocking / combination assessment
Module 2
Drafting a jacket block
Suit jacket variation
- Roll collar jacket
- Notched collar jacket
Welt pocket & 2 piece sleeve
Module 3
Dress designs
- Mermaid dress
Module 4
Introduction to Victorian corset
- Over bust & under bust tightening
- Contouring
- Boning application
- Eyelet closures
- Bust caging technique
Group Practical
- Design an Owambe / Aso oke theme dress
- Evening / dinner wear design
Fashion Business master class
Module 5
Introduction to children wear
Module 6
Introduction to wedding dresses
Ball gown making;
- Cone ball gown
- Tulle ball gown
- Multi-layered ball gown
- 2 in 1 variation
- Fabric yard calculation
- Altering a bodice pattern for in-built corset
- Lace deconstruction technique
- Hoop skirt
Module 7
Mermaid wedding dress;
- Fabric yardage calculation
- hip padding
- Volume & structure
- Embellishments & accessories
- Bum effect
Closure method
- Loop & button
- Lace back
- Zipper
Bridal veil
Final Practical
- Design a bridal dress considering all the knowledge impacted
- Design a dinner dress
Certificate of Completion
Advance Program
Advance Program
Duration: 12 weeks (Depending on schedule)
Module 1
- Understanding body Form
- Taking Body Measurement
Module 2
Basic skirt / basic bodice / basic sleeve
- Armhole princess dart
- Underarm dart
- Panel dart
Module 3
Neck design
- Sweetheart neck pattern
- Queen Anne neck
- Illusion neck
Module 4
Sleeve design
- Lantern sleeve
- Leg of mutton
- Off-shoulder sleeve
Module 5
More skirt designs
- 6-pieces skirt
- Mermaid skirt
Module 6
Bustier variation
- Strapless bustier
- Bustier with yoke
- Off-shoulder bustier
Module 7
Introduction to corsetry
- Introduction to corsetry
- Custom made dart-less corset technique
- Victorian corset
- Funnel corset
- Waist snatching technique
- Making homemade bra cup
- Plugged neckline technique / boning application
- Cutting embellishment and finishing
module 14
Introduction to Bridal Wear
Stage 1- Ball gown making
- Cone ball gown
- Tulle ball gown
- Multi layered ball gown
- 2 in 1 variation
- Fabric yardage calculation
- Lace deconstruction technique
- Ball skirt volume & suitable fabrics; hoop skirt
Module 15
Stage 2- Mermaid wedding dress
- fabric yardage calculation
- Hip padding
- Volume & structure
- Embellishment & accessories
- Closure method; loop & button, lace back, zipper
- Bridal veil
Fashion business master class
Final practical
- Design a bridal dress considering all the knowledge impacted
Certificate of Completion
Upgrade Program
Upgrade Program
Duration: 6 Months (Depending on schedule)
Module 1
Understanding body form
Measurement taking technique
Module 2
Introduction to pattern drafting
How to draft a basic skirt pattern
How to cut & sew a pencil skirt
How to draft, cut & sew a 6 pieces skirt
Module 3
How to draft a basic bodice pattern
Darts;
- Armhole princess dart
- Mid shoulder dart
Module 4
Introduction to sleeve block
- Short/ elbow/ long fitted sleeve
- Tulip sleeve
- Bell sleeve
- High crown sleeve
- Cap sleeve
Module 5
Introduction to neck lines
- Round neck
- Sweetheart neck
- Queen Ann neck
- Built up neck
- Off shoulder neck line and bustier
Mini-practical
Make a complete dress
Module 6
Introduction to trouser block
- How to draft, cut & sew a corporate trouser
- Jumpsuit design
- Band (zipper fly)
Pocket designs
- curved / slanted
- Patched
- Combat
- Jetted / welt
Module 8
Dress designs
- Mono-strap dress
- Panel dress
- Halter neck dress
- Wrap dress
Advance dart manipulation
- Color blocking / combination assessment
Module 9
Shirt making
- How to draft a shit pattern
- How to draft a shirt sleeve and collar pattern
- How to sew a shirt dress with neat finishing
Module 10
More skirt designs
- Jean skirt
- Mermaid skirt
Module 11
Introduction to corsetry variation
Stage 1 – cupped corset
- Custom made dart-less corset technique
- Making homemade bra cup
- Plugged neckline techniques / boning application
- Cutting, embellishment and finishing
Module 12
Stage 2 – Victorian Corset
- Over bust & under bust tightening
- Contouring
- Boning application
- Waist cinching method
- Closure method
Practical
Design an Owambe / Aso Oke Theme Dress
Module 13
Drafting a Jacket Block
- Roll collar Jacket
- Notched collar Jacket
Introduction to Bridal Wear
Module 14
Stage 1 – Ball Gown Making
- Cone Ball Gown
- Tulle Ball Gown
- Multi Layered Ball Gown
- 2 In 1 Variation
- Fabric Yard Calculation
- Altering A Bodice Pattern For Inner Corset
- Lace Deconstruction Technique
- Hoop Skirt
Module 15
Stage 2 – Mermaid wedding dress
- Fabric yardage calculation
- Hip padding
- Volume and structure
- Embellishment and accessories
Closure method
- Loop & button
- Lace back
- Zipper
Bridal veil
Fashion business master class
Final group practical
- Design a bridal dress considering all the knowledge impacted
- Design a dinner dress
Certificate of Completion
