The BC Fashion Educator’s Coalition (BCFEC) is a committee of the BC Apparel and Gear Association composed of post-secondary fashion school directors from across BC. We collaborate on events and discuss issues and ideas that impact our schools and students.

Our goal is to foster the best experience for our students and to effectively engage with the fashion industry. If your institution is interested in joining BCFEC, please email sarah.murray@bcapparelandgear.com.

Programs:

• Fashion Design & Production Certificate and Diploma

  • In VCC’s Fashion Design and Production Diploma, students will learn the creative, technical, and business skills needed for the fashion industry. In the first year, students will apply their skills in a series of fashion cycle courses, where they will navigate dynamic production environments to create products for real customers. In the second year, students will refine their skills and showcase their creativity in a self-directed final collection or garment study. Integrated touchpoints with industry and a culminating practicum will prepare students with the skills, knowledge, and expectations of a diverse fashion industry – and the critical and creative tools to make it their own.

• Film Costuming Micro-credential

  • The Film Costuming Micro-Credential is designed to equip both fashion and film graduates with the specialized skills and industry knowledge needed to thrive in film and television costuming departments. Film Costuming offers practical skills and knowledge development through interactive and collaborative learning activities that are delivered by instructors and guest speakers with working experience in the field. 

• Non-credit fashion and sewing classes

Practicum Info:

• Applicable to certificate and diploma only

• 120 hours, spring time placement          

Contact info:

• Sarah Murray, program coordinator, fashion@vcc.ca, @vccfashion