Introduction to Fashion Design and Marketing 8149 (co-op not available)

Suggested Grade Levels: 9 or 10 or 11 or 12 (36 weeks)

The design and merchandising competencies for this course focus on identifying and exploring the individual careers within the apparel, accessory, and textile design, manufacturing, and merchandising industry. Units of study include the relationships that exist among all areas of the clothing industry; related global and economic issues; apparel, accessory, and textile technology; exploration of careers, including entrepreneurial opportunities in related areas; and the skills and personal characteristics necessary for success in careers in the apparel, accessory, and textile design, manufacturing, and marketing industry.

Concentration Sequences Career Cluster(s) and Pathway(s) Available Credentials
(A combination of the course above and those below, equivalent to two 36-week courses)
Students wishing to complete a specialization may take additional courses appropriate to their career pathways.
For federal reporting (choose one) Upon Completion of the Above Course
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
  • Performing Arts
  • Visual Arts
Marketing
  • Marketing Communications
  • Marketing Management
  • Marketing Research
  • Merchandising
  • Professional Sales
Certifications