
Trainings
The Shoe Making course
This vocational course equips trainees with practical skills to design, make, repair, and finish shoes and leather products using traditional and modern techniques. Students learn leather selection, pattern making, cutting, stitching, sole fixing, assembly, finishing, and quality control. The course also covers basic footwear design, shoe repair, leather care, and cost-effective production. It prepares learners for self-employment and small business opportunities in the leather and footwear industry
Skills Required
Some of the skills required to pursue shoe making and leather craft courses include:
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Basic hand-eye coordination and creativity
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Interest in fashion, design, or craftsmanship
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Ability to work with tools and machines
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Attention to detail and patience
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Basic numeracy and measurement skills
Eligibility & Duration
Shoe making certificate courses can be pursued after Primary Seven or secondary school, and are also suitable for youth and adults seeking practical livelihood skills. Training duration depends on the learning model and trainee needs, ranging from short courses (a few weeks or hours) to up to 6 months.
Tailoring Course
This vocational course trains students to design, cut, sew, and finish garments using hand and machine techniques. Trainees learn fabric selection, body measurements, pattern making, garment construction, repairs, and basic fashion design. The course also covers customer service, costing, and simple business skills, preparing learners for self-employment, small tailoring shops, or work in garment production.
Skills Required
Some of the skills required to pursue a tailoring course include:
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Interest in fashion and garment making
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Basic creativity and design sense
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Hand-eye coordination and patience
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Ability to follow measurements and instructions
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Willingness to learn and practice
Bag Making Course
This vocational course equips students with practical skills to design, cut, sew, and finish different types of bags using fabric, leather, and other materials. Trainees learn material selection, pattern making, machine operation, bag construction, finishing, and quality control. The course also covers basic design, costing, and marketing, preparing learners for self-employment, small-scale production, or work in tailoring and leather workshops
Skills Required
Some of the skills required to pursue a bag making course include:
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Creativity and design interest
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Basic sewing or willingness to learn
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Attention to detail and patience
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Ability to work with tools and machines
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Basic measurement and numeracy skills
