Master the art and precision of men’s garment construction in just one term.
| Duration | 3 Months |
| Level | Level 3 (Artisan) |
| Examining Body | TVET-CDACC |
Course Overview
The Fashion Design (Tailoring) programme at Delight Technical College focuses on the construction of gents’ garments, from trousers and shirts to simple suiting pieces. It is a 3-month, TVET-CDACC-accredited Artisan course built for learners who want a focused, practical route into men’s tailoring, one of the most consistently in-demand skills in Kenya’s garment industry.
Set in Delight’s fully equipped tailoring workshop in Nairobi’s CBD, the course combines machine-operation fundamentals with structured, guided practice on real gents’ garments, so graduates leave with genuine cutting-table confidence, not just theory.
Why Choose This Course?
- A focused, 3-month path to a recognised tailoring qualification
- Specialised emphasis on gents’ garment construction- a consistently high-demand skill
- Learn on industrial machines under experienced tailors, not just in a classroom
- Flexible Full-Time, Part-Time/Evening, Weekend, or Home Schooling study options
- Clear progression to Level 4 Certificate and Level 5/6 qualifications in Fashion Design Technology
Learning Outcomes
- Confidently operate industrial sewing machines for menswear construction
- Take accurate measurements for gents’ garments
- Cut and construct simple gents’ garments such as trousers and shirts
- Apply professional pressing and finishing techniques for structured menswear
- Understand basic fabric behaviour for suiting and formal wear
- Carry out routine machine care and simple fault-finding
Course Modules (Detailed)
| Module / Unit | Hours | What You’ll Learn |
| Unit 1: Sewing Machine Operations | 50 hours | Machine threading, tensioning, straight and topstitching, safety practice, and basic maintenance, oriented toward the heavier fabrics typically used in menswear. |
| Unit 2: Construction of Simple Gents’ Garments | 150 hours | Measurement-taking, cutting, and step-by-step construction of gents’ trousers, shirts, and simple structured garments, with focus on collar, cuff, waistband and fly-front techniques. |
| Unit 3: Menswear Finishing Techniques | included in practicum | Precision pressing, topstitching, buttonholing, and the crisp finishing standards that define professional men’s tailoring. |
Practical Training
Tailoring is a trade you learn with your hands, and this programme is built around that principle. Learners spend the majority of their contact hours at the cutting table and sewing machine, working through real gents’ garments under close supervision. Delight’s workshop mirrors a working tailor’s shop, so by the end of the term, students are comfortable taking a client’s measurements and delivering a finished, wearable garment.
Career Opportunities
- Self-employed tailor / menswear specialist
- Machinist in a tailoring shop, garment factory, or fashion house
- Uniform and workwear production assistant
- Alterations and repairs specialist
- Progression toward Fashion Design Technology (Level 4 and above) for design and pattern-making specialisation
Entry Requirements
KCPE certificate or a KCSE certificate of any grade (No prior training is required). Level 3 (Artisan) is designed as the entry point into the trade for school leavers and career changers alike.
Documents Required at Application:
- A copy of your National ID, Passport, or Birth Certificate
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- A copy of your KCPE and/or KCSE result slip or certificate (where applicable)
Skills You’ll Gain
Industrial machine operation for menswear • Precision measurement-taking • Trouser and shirt construction • Structured garment finishing • Pressing and topstitching • Fabric handling for suiting • Basic machine maintenance
Certification
Graduates who pass continuous assessment and the final practical examination receive a Level 3 Artisan Certificate in Fashion Design (Tailoring), accredited by TVET-CDACC. This qualification is recognised nationally and forms the first step on the KNQF ladder toward Certificate, Craft, and Diploma-level fashion qualifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this course only for men?
A: Not at all. The course teaches gents’ garment construction as a skill, many of Kenya’s leading menswear tailors are women. Anyone with an interest in structured, precision tailoring is welcome.
Q: How is this different from the Dressmaking course?
A: Both are Level 3, 3-month Artisan courses, but Dressmaking focuses on ladies’ garments while Tailoring focuses on gents’ garments. The techniques, fits, and finishing standards differ significantly.
Q: Will I be able to make a suit after this course?
A: This course builds your foundation in trousers, shirts, and simple structured garments. Full suiting and advanced tailoring techniques are developed further at Level 4 and above.
Q: Can I start my own tailoring business after graduating?
A: Yes. Many graduates begin taking on alterations and made-to-order work immediately, using their Artisan certificate as proof of accredited training.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Kenya’s creative and technical industries are actively hiring skilled, certified talent and Fashion Design (Tailoring) at Delight Technical College is your fastest, most practical route to becoming one of them. With hands-on training, experienced tutors, flexible study modes, and a qualification recognised by TVET-CDACC, you’ll graduate ready to work, freelance, or build your own business from day one.
Intake is currently in progress. Visit Delight Technical College on Muindi Mbingu Street, opposite Jevanjee Gardens, Nairobi, call or WhatsApp +254 722 533 771 / +254 724 566 088, email [email protected], or apply online at delight.ac.ke to secure your place on the Fashion Design (Tailoring) programme today.