Fashion Merchandiser Courses
A Fashion Merchandiser designs displays for stores or events, sets up seasonal and promotional showcases, and collaborates with teams effectively.
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How do I become a Fashion Merchandiser
Get qualified to work as a Fashion Merchandiser with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
MST40519
A Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising is a great way to start your career in fashion. Whether you want to work as a fashion designer, a retail merchandiser or an alterations specialist, this course will give you the practical and theoretical skills you need. You’ll learn to work effectively in a range of fashion design roles and examine issues currently affecting the industry.
The Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising addresses various topics relevant to the fas...
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SHB20121
Duration
3 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
Would you would love a job at a pharmacy, department store, or salon selling cosmetics? How about the SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics? This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to recommend and sell beauty products, skincare products, and cosmetics. During your course you will learn how to design and apply makeup, create merchandising displays, communicate with customers, and carry out financial transactions. There is even scope to use Facebook and Instagram as sales tools. E...
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Duration
3 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
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MST20616
Get started in the fashion industry with a Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (MST20616). In this nationally recognised qualification you’ll be drawing and interpreting basic sketches, using a sewing machine for fashion design, as well as modifying patterns to create basic styles. Completed on-campus over 1 year you’ll graduate ready to assist a chief fashion designer or milliner.
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MST50119
Estimated fee
From $18,000
Duration
12 months - 24 months
Become a TCF design assistant or product developer with the MST50119 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising. This nationally recognised qualification delivers a mix of skills in fashion design, product development, fashion business, and marketing. The course covers: quality standards, identifying suitable fibres and fabrics, understanding fabric performance and handling, interacting and networking with fashion industry identities, TCF computing technologies, analysing fit models, contour drap...
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Estimated fee
From $18,000
Duration
12 months - 24 months
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How much does a Fashion Merchandiser earn?
In Australia, a full time Fashion Merchandiser generally earns $1,202 per week ($62,504 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Fashion Merchandiser?
The number of people working in this field has decreased in recent years. There are currently 5,900 people employed in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Fashion Merchandiser. Fashion Merchandisers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Fashion Merchandiser?
A Certificate IV in Interior Design is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Fashion Merchandiser. This course covers a range of topics including designing colour schemes, creating technical drawings and making merchandising displays. A Diploma of Interior Design may also be appropriate.
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A Fashion Merchandiser creates displays of fashion items in a store, expo or other fashion environment. You might plan and prepare displays and order any props or equipment required. Fashion Merchandisers show new products or create seasonal displays. You might also set up displays for promotional activities or special events.
Fashion Merchandisers should be creative and have a passion for the fashion industry. You’ll need to have strong attention to detail and be up to date with current trends. Fashion Merchandisers must be able to work as part of a team and communicate well with colleagues and clients.
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