Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Fashion Design
Career Cluster:	Arts, A/V Technology & Communication

Associate in Science	
CIP Number	1450040700	
Program Type	College Credit	
Program Length	60 credit hours	
CTSO	FCCLA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	For program SOC codes, please see the Program and Course Tables section of the CTE Program Resources page linked below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology & Communication career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology & Communication career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to the following aspects of the fashion design industry: planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues, and health, safety, and environmental issues.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 60 credit hours.

When developing the course sequence for the local implementation of this program, select courses that:
•	Meet the skill development requirements of the standards and benchmarks of this program.
•	Meet the general education core course requirements of Rule 6A-14.0303, Florida Administrative Code.
•	Where reasonable and practicable, align with programs offered by your institution or other postsecondary institutions in Florida, including: 
o	Related CCC and ATD credentials.
o	Baccalaureate degrees within the same career pathway and/or Federal CIP code.

Visit FloridaShines’ Discover Programs website to identify other institutions that offer similar programs to review their course sequencing. Where appropriate, course alignment between institutions offering related programs can facilitate interagency student articulation.

Visit FloridaShines’ Common Prerequisites Manual to identify courses that are prerequisites for admission into an upper division program.  When sub-baccalaureate courses are aligned to the course admissions requirements of baccalaureate programs with the same career pathway, students can enter upper division coursework seamlessly.   

Florida’s Career Readiness Skills for CTE Programs  

Employability Skills	
01.0	Apply academic skills to workplace scenarios.	
01.01	Use reading skills.	
01.02	Use writing skills.	
01.03	Use mathematical strategies and procedures.	
01.04	Use scientific principles and procedures.	
02.0	Design a solution to an industry problem.	
02.01	Use critical thinking.	
02.02	Use creativity.	
02.03	Make sound decisions.	
02.04	Solve problems.	
02.05	Reason. 	
02.06	Plan and organize.	
03.0	Manage resources within an industry project	
03.01	Manage time.	
03.02	Manage money or resources.	
03.03	Manage materials.	
03.04	Manage personnel.	
04.0	Oversee the subcomponents, operations and output of a technical or organizational system.	
04.01	Manage systems.	
04.02	Monitor systems.	
04.03	Improve systems.	
05.0	Use information for decision making.	
05.01	Locate information.	
05.02	Organize information.	
05.03	Use information.	
05.04	Analyze information.	
05.05	Communicate information.	
06.0	Apply relevant technology to workplace scenarios to aid productivity.	
06.01	Use technology.	
07.0	Interpret and express interpersonal communication.	
07.01	Communicate verbally.	
07.02	Listen actively.	
07.03	Comprehend written material.	
07.04	Convey information in writing.	
07.05	Communicate nonverbally.	
07.06	Interpret nonverbal communication.	
08.0	Interact with others to accomplish workplace goals.	
08.01	Collaborate with others in a team.	
08.02	Respond to customer needs.	
08.03	Exercise leadership.	
08.04	Negotiate to resolve conflict.	
08.05	Respect others.	
09.0	Manage personal behavior to maximize productivity and professional growth.	
09.01	Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline.	
09.02	Adapt and show flexibility.	
09.03	Work independently.	
09.04	Demonstrate a willingness to learn.	
09.05	Demonstrate integrity.	
09.06	Demonstrate professionalism.	
09.07	Take initiative.	
09.08	Display positive attitude.	
09.09	Take responsibility for professional growth.	
Job Attainment	
10.0	Find, assess and apply to job opportunities.	
10.01	Identify online job posts relevant to his or her career aspirations.	
10.02	Compare and contrast the job posts’ required qualifications, job duties, compensation, benefits and employers. 	
10.03	Define what information, documentation and writing prompts are required for the positions.	
11.0	Communicate personal competence, character and fit for a job opportunity.	
11.01	Develop a resume.	
11.02	Write a cover letter.	
11.03	Curate a professional portfolio that includes work products.	
11.04	Prepare for and experience a mock job interview.	
12.0	Cultivate and leverage relationships to professionally advance.	
12.01	Request a signed reference letter, letter of recommendation and/or an online skill/professionalism endorsement. 	
12.02	Develop a plan to cultivate a professional digital footprint.	
12.03	Develop a networking plan for a specific industry of interest.	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate appropriate basic skills essential to working in design occupations.
02.0	Describe the relationship between human factors and design services.
03.0	Identify the characteristics and care of textiles. 
04.0	Select and safely use tools and equipment.
05.0	Operate and maintain a conventional and/or commercial/industrial sewing machine.
06.0	Select and prepare materials.
07.0	Develop a design portfolio.
08.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of design.
09.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the terminology used in the apparel industry.
10.0	Demonstrate skill in the construction of simple garments.
11.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the ways eco-fashion decisions impact the environment, consumer health and the working conditions of people in the fashion industry.
12.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the uses of technology in the fashion industry.
13.0	Create an original pattern for a garment.
14.0	Identify and describe the different specialties related to Fashion Technology and Design Services (e.g., Window Display, Fashion Design Assistant, Tailor’s Assistant, Personal Shopper, and Stylist).
15.0	Finalize a professional portfolio according to industry standards.

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Fashion Design
CIP Number:		1450040700
Program Length:	60 credit hours

At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate leadership and organizational skills. The student will be able to:	
01.01	Demonstrate cooperation as a group member to achieve organizational goals.	
01.02	Demonstrate confidence in leadership roles and organizational responsibilities.	
02.0	Demonstrate appropriate basic skills essential to working in design services occupations. The student will be able to:	
02.01	Identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to perform occupational tasks (e.g., email, phone, conversations with clients).	
02.02	Demonstrate the communication competencies required to perform occupational tasks.	
03.0	Identify the characteristics and care of textiles. The student will be able to:	
03.01	Identify and describe fiber characteristics.	
03.02	Identify and describe types of fabric construction (e.g., knitted, woven, tufted).	
03.03	Identify and describe types of fabric finishes (e.g., dyed, printed, performance/quality enhancements).	
03.04	Identify and describe different types of natural and manufactured textiles; identify the pros/cons, uses, and care of each type.	
03.05	Identify the laws and regulations governing the textile industry; include labeling laws and care symbols.	
04.0	Select and safely use tools and equipment. The student will be able to:	
04.01	Identify the tools and equipment used in design services for sewing, cutting, measuring, fabric marking, and drafting.	
04.02	Select the appropriate tools and equipment for assigned projects; explain why the selection is appropriate for the project.	
04.03	Demonstrate proper and safe usage of tools and equipment.	
04.04	Identify and demonstrate safety procedures for the use of conventional sewing machines and home sergers, and pressing equipment.	
04.05	Explain the importance of observing Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.	
04.06	Clean and maintain various types of tools and equipment.	
04.07	Keep an inventory record of tools, equipment, supplies, and materials using computer application software or other formatting options (e.g., written records).	
04.08	Research innovations in materials and technologies that contribute to safeguards in the tools and equipment used in fashion design services.	
04.09	Identify and apply drafting tools and techniques to a specific design services project (e.g., architectural ruler, light box, protractor, floor plans to scale, one-point perspective).	
05.0	Operate and maintain a conventional and/or commercial/industrial sewing machine. The student will be able to:	
05.01	Identify the parts of a sewing machine.	
05.02	Select the needles that appropriate for different fabric types; identify the process and demonstrate needle insertion.	
05.03	Identify the steps and demonstrate threading a sewing machine.	
05.04	Diagram and demonstrate the ability to wind the bobbin, thread the bobbin case, and insert the bobbin correctly into a sewing machine.	
05.05	Demonstrate straight stitching.	
05.06	Identify and demonstrate stitch length and width selection.	
05.07	Demonstrate utility and decorative stitches.	
05.08	Identify the tension and demonstrate tension adjustment.	
05.09	Demonstrate cleaning and lubricating the machine following manufacturer’s instructions.	
06.0	Select and prepare materials. The student will be able to:	
06.01	Identify and match pattern pieces.	
06.02	Read and interpret instructions and specifications.	
06.03	Identify fabric content.	
06.04	Prepare fabric.	
06.05	Adjust patterns according to pattern/teacher instructions.	
06.06	Lay out, pin, cut, and mark fabric according to a pattern or teacher instructions.	
06.07	Demonstrate stay stitching and ease stitching.	
06.08	Match grain lines and patterns according to a pattern or teacher instructions.	
06.09	Mark fabric for assembly according to a pattern or teacher instructions.	
06.10	Mark fabric for trims according to a pattern or teacher instructions.	
06.11	Match thread with fabric.	
06.12	Identify, select, and use content labels according to fabric requirements.	
07.0	Develop a design portfolio. The student will be able to:	
07.01	Assemble a portfolio; include all work samples.	
07.02	Assemble a Technical Sewing Samples binder.	
07.03	Construct basic hand-stitching techniques (e.g., running, backstitch, overcast, blanket).	
07.04	Demonstrate stay stitching and ease stitching.	
07.05	Demonstrate straight seams, clean finish and other seam finishes; include common seam allowances (e.g., 1/4”, 5/8”).	
07.06	Demonstrate hemming techniques (e.g., slip stitch, blind hem stitch).	
08.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of design. The student will be able to:  	
08.01	Identify and explain the elements of design (e.g., texture, pattern, line, form, shape, space, color, and light) and how various effects can be achieved.	
08.02	Identify and explain the principles of design and how they can be used (e.g., proportion, scale, balance, rhythm, emphasis, and harmony).	
08.03	Apply the elements and principles of design to Fashion Technology and Design Services.	
08.04	Develop a project applying color and color schemes in a design.	
08.05	Use the laws of design to evaluate a design project.	
08.06	Create an elements and principles section for a design portfolio.	
09.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the terminology used in the apparel industry. The student will be able to:	
09.01	Complete a research project dealing with aspects of fashion retail and production; include terminology, labeling, designers, manufacturers and stores used within the apparel industry.	
10.0	Demonstrate skill in the construction of simple garments. The student will be able to:	
10.01	Identify common ready-to-wear sizes	
10.02	Identify and describe the characteristics of a properly fitted garment.	
10.03	Take accurate body measurements, select pattern size, and determine figure type.	
10.04	Interpret verbal, written, and visual directions.	
10.05	Prepare fabric and adjust patterns by following pattern directions.	
10.06	Lay out, pin, cut, and mark fabric according to pattern specifications.	
10.07	Demonstrate stay stitching and ease stitching.	
10.08	Demonstrate stitching darts and tucks.	
10.09	Identify and match garment pieces using markings; stitch according to directions.	
10.10	Match plaids, stripes and one-way designs.	
10.11	Demonstrate correct pressing techniques according to fabric requirements.	
10.12	Demonstrate casing and elastic installation.	
10.13	Demonstrate machine hemming according to machine manual instructions.	
10.14	Identify different types of sergers and their characteristics.	
11.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of how eco-fashion decisions impact the environment, consumer health and the working conditions of people in the fashion industry. The student will be able to:	
11.01	Demonstrate an understanding of eco-fashion.	
11.02	Identify materials that can be used to make eco-friendly fashions and accessories; describe why these materials are eco-friendly.	
11.03	Research innovations in materials and technologies that have contributed to safeguards in the tools and equipment used in fashion technology and design services.	
11.04	Compare the working conditions of employees when materials are produced following eco-friendly guidelines and when they are not.	
11.05	Research methods for using vegetable and plant materials for eco-friendly fashions and replacing these materials into the environment.	
11.06	Describe ways to be eco-friendly and the environmental and social responsibilities of eco-friendly methods.	
11.07	Design and create an eco-friendly fashion product.	
12.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the uses of technology in the fashion industry. The student will be able to:  	
12.01	Research and list software options available for fashion design services.	
12.02	Demonstrate an understanding of how contemporary technologies (CAD, electronic sewing, knitting, embroidery machines, and sergers) are used in the creation of fashion products (e.g., fashion profiles, fabrics, and garments).	
12.03	Analyze how specific technologies are used in the fashion design industry.	
12.04	Create a fashion product using two or more technologies appropriately.	
12.05	Research innovations in materials and technologies that have contributed to safeguards in tools and equipment.	
12.06	Identify the development of tools, equipment and technology used in fashion design services as they relate to particular historical periods.	
13.0	Create an original pattern for a garment. The student will be able to:	
13.01	Plan and report on a fashion design project using established criteria.	
13.02	Using appropriate software, insert body measurements to produce a pattern.	
13.03	Draft and produce a paper pattern using personal measurements.	
13.04	Create slopers for a bodice, skirt, and pants; construct the slopers using grey goods and create a mood board that includes a title, photographs of the sloper, and the purpose/use of a sloper (include in Professional Portfolio).	
13.05	Create a muslin prototype of the pattern.	
13.06	Evaluate the prototype for proper fit and adjust as needed.	
13.07	Construct a specialty garment according to teacher instructions (the project must include a minimum number of construction skills as designated by the teacher).	
14.0	Identify and describe the different specialties related to Fashion Technology and Design Services (e.g., Window Display, Fashion Design Assistant, Tailor’s Assistant, Personal Shopper, and Stylist). The student will be able to:	
14.01	Identify future trends in Fashion Technology and Design Services.	
14.02	Research, identify, and describe the different job responsibilities of a Window Displayer, Fashion Design Assistant, Tailor’s Assistant, Personal Shopper, and Stylist.	
14.03	Identify, research, and describe current trends related to careers in the Fashion Technology and Design Services industry (e.g., blogger, museum curator, entertainment).	
15.0	Finalize a professional portfolio according to industry standards. The student will be able to:	
15.01	Submit a portfolio; include work samples from the Fashion Technology and Design Services program.	
15.02	Compile and present a Mastery Project Showcase; include the professional portfolio, the technical sewing samples binder, examples of coursework, evidence of awards/honors, evidence of participation in FCCLA (if applicable), samples of constructed garments and slopers, and the use of technology.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

General Education Course Requirements for AS and AAS Degrees

State Board of Education Rule 6A-14.030(4), F.A.C., identifies 15 credit hours as the minimum amount of general education coursework required in the Associate of Science (AS) degree and the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.  In addition, Rule 6A-14.0303, F.A.C., implements s. 1007.25, F.S., and requires students entering a technical education degree program in the 2022-2023 academic year, and thereafter, to complete at least one identified core course in each subject area as part of the general education course requirements (15 credit hours total) before a degree is awarded) The core subject areas include: 
•	Communication. 
•	Humanities.
•	Mathematics. 
•	Natural Sciences.
•	Social Sciences.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

CTSOs are co-curricular career and technical student organizations providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. Other CTSOs not listed in this curriculum framework or recognized by the Florida Department of Education are permissible provided they support student mastery over the standards and benchmarks of this curriculum framework.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Certificate Programs

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.). This AS degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates (CCC):

Pattern Making and Construction (0450040702) – 21 credit hours

Standards for the above certificate programs are contained in separate curriculum frameworks.