
Design
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Learn the basics of garment construction and sewing with industry professionals, and create your own professional and original garment.
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing

This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (20 Credits)
Entry
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing

This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (20 Credits)
Entry

Learn foundational sewing and garment construction techniques under the guidance of industry professionals.

Design and produce a professional and original garment as evidence of learning.
The Garment Construction Pathways short course at Toi Ohomai enables learners to start making their own clothes from scratch. Guided by industry professionals, students develop foundational sewing skills, understand garment construction basics, and produce a professional and original garment by course end. The course is designed for beginners, helping build confidence and practical skills to achieve real results in garment creation.
What you need to know first
Open entry. There are no minimum academic requirements.
Students who have already completed this course are not able to be enrolled again.



Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Courses span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.

Design
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Learn the basics of garment construction and sewing with industry professionals, and create your own professional and original garment.
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing

This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (20 Credits)
Entry
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing

This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (20 Credits)
Entry

Learn foundational sewing and garment construction techniques under the guidance of industry professionals.

Design and produce a professional and original garment as evidence of learning.
The Garment Construction Pathways short course at Toi Ohomai enables learners to start making their own clothes from scratch. Guided by industry professionals, students develop foundational sewing skills, understand garment construction basics, and produce a professional and original garment by course end. The course is designed for beginners, helping build confidence and practical skills to achieve real results in garment creation.
What you need to know first
Open entry. There are no minimum academic requirements.
Students who have already completed this course are not able to be enrolled again.



Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Courses span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Windermere Campus, Tauranga
It will take a total of 4 weeks

Gain the confidence required to undertake independent sewing or garment creation projects.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Windermere Campus, Tauranga
It will take a total of 4 weeks

Gain the confidence required to undertake independent sewing or garment creation projects.