PFITS — Pattern Fashion Industry Trade School
About PFITS
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Now Accepting Interest for Fall 2026
PFITS – Pattern Fashion Industry Trade School officially launches August 2026.
Fall cohorts are limited to maintain small class sizes and hands-on instruction.
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*Interest list members receive priority enrollment and early access to registration.
We are currently accepting interest for upcoming Certificate and Diploma cohorts.
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PFITS provides hands-on, industry-driven fashion training for adults 18+.
Students learn inside a working fashion house, gaining the technical skills needed for careers in design, construction, technical design, and collection development.
A practical, career-focused alternative to traditional fashion school.
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Program Tracks
12-Month Diploma Program
720 Hours | $12,995
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A comprehensive, hands-on trade program for individuals pursuing careers in fashion design, garment construction, production, or independent brand development.
Program includes:
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Fashion Design & Garment Construction
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Pattern Making & Draping
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Production Processes & Studio Practice
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Foundational Technical Design Principles (including intro to tech packs)
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Fabric Science & Materials
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Branding & Collection Development
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Portfolio Development & Capstone Showcase
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6-Month Certificate Program
260 Hours | $6,995
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A focused foundation program designed for beginners and emerging creatives starting their fashion journey.
Program includes:
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Sewing Techniques & Equipment Mastery
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Introduction to Pattern Making
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Introduction to Technical Design Concepts
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Fashion Fundamentals & Studio Practice
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What You’ll Learn
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Design + Construction
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Technical Design + Tech Packs
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Pattern Making + Draping
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Fabric Science
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Collection Development
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Portfolio + Presentation Skills
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Who It’s For
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Emerging designers
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Career changers
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Independent creatives launching brands
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Anyone serious about learning fashion the right way
Financing and payment plans available.
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