Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles
Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles
MST20722
BIZ0
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of entry-level workers in the textile, clothing and footwear industry who perform basic and defined work tasks involving known routines and procedures under supervision. This qualification is typically used to develop basic employment related skills and knowledge including preparatory access and participation skills and/or specific workplace skills that relate to an individual sector.
Specialisations and/or elective selections allow for the tailoring of this qualification to achieve basic skill outcomes in different areas of apparel, fashion and textile work.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twelve (12)- six (6) core units
- six (6) elective units, consisting of:
- at least four (4) from the electives listed below
- two (2) additional units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - all units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Note: Where prerequisite units are identified they must be counted in the total number of units required for achievement of the qualification.
Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses must not duplicate units available within this qualification.
Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Packaging for each specialisation
- at least four (4) electives from Group B must be selected for the award of MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Dry Cleaning)
- at least four (4) electives from Group C must be selected for the award of MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Footwear)
- at least four (4) electives from Group D must be selected for the award of MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Millinery)
- at least four (4) electives from Group E must be selected for the award of MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Textile fabrication)
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCE92 | BSBCMM211 | Apply communication skills | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ74 | MSTGN2023 | Identify and handle fabrics and textiles | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AWC13 | MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ57 | MSTAT2005 | Sew materials by machine | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBL81 | MSTGN2018 | Work in the TCF industry | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWC15 | MSMWHS200 | Work safely | 26 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Apparel and Textile Production
At least four (4) units may be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B: Dry Cleaning
At least four (4) electives from Group B must be selected for the award of MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Dry Cleaning).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBL88 | MSTDC3004 | Control dry cleaning finishing operations | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBL87 | MSTDC3003 | Control wet cleaning operations | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBL90 | MSTDC2014 | Identify fabric and garment cleaning requirements | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBL91 | MSTDC2012 | Identify pre-spotting requirements | 85 | Unit of competency |
| OBL89 | MSTDC2013 | Operate dry cleaning machines | 140 | Unit of competency |
| OBL93 | MSTDC2010 | Provide customer service in a dry cleaning or laundry enterprise | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OBL75 | MSTGN3008 | Receive and sort articles for cleaning | 45 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Footwear
At least four (4) electives from Group C must be selected for the award of MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Footwear).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group D: Millinery
At least four (4) electives from Group D must be selected for the award of MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Millinery).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAV09 | MSTML2009 | Apply millinery sewing and adhesion techniques | 30 | Unit of competency |
| BAV11 | MSTML2008 | Assemble simple blocked millinery components | 90 | Unit of competency |
| BAV12 | MSTML2007 | Block and shape millinery by hand | 30 | Unit of competency |
| BAV18 | MSTML2001 | Identify materials used in millinery | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAV19 | MSTML1001 | Make a simple headpiece | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAV17 | MSTML2002 | Make flat patterns for millinery | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAV13 | MSTML2006 | Make millinery with flat pattern components | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAV14 | MSTML2005 | Place and cut millinery patterns | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAV16 | MSTML2003 | Produce and attach millinery trims | 30 | Unit of competency |
| BAV15 | MSTML2004 | Produce felt for millinery | 50 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E: Textile fabrication
At least four (4) electives from Group E must be selected for the award of MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Textile fabrication).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEZ67 | MSTTF2019 | Cut and form metal | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ68 | MSTTF2018 | Select and handle materials for manufactured textile products | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ34 | MSTTF2021 | Stitch by hand | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ69 | MSTTF2017 | Use canvas and sail production tools | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ33 | MSTTF2022 | Weld plastic materials | 55 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F: General Electives
The remaining units may be chosen from Group F.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDH5 | MST20616 | Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology | Qualification |
| BDF6 | MST20216 | Certificate II in TCF Production Operations | Qualification |
| BDF7 | MST20116 | Certificate II in TCF Production Support | Qualification |
| BEP6 | MST20519 | Certificate II in TCF Services and Repair | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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