52 weeks
On-campus
Course Overview
About This Course
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview Develop your technical and practical skills to produce custom-made footwear, focusing on design, pattern, manufacturing and the presentation of finished ideas. The Certificate IV In Custom Made Footwear has been designed to prepare you for a career in the production of custom-made footwear, or footwear in small production quantities. By understanding the nature and environment in which footwear is created, you'll learn the skills that are applied at each stage of the construction process. From the creation of freehand to computer-aided design sketches and technical drawings, you'll learn how to prepare, cut and sew the necessary components using a variety of materials to create uniquely original shoes. <div
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks Academic requirements There are no minimum academic entry requirements for this course. Applicants must meet the minimum university entry requirements . Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 50% (see calculator below). Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies course or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades. Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted. Entry score calculator Select a study location* Select study location Bangladesh Cambodia Canada China Colombia Denmark Germany Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Kenya Kuwait Malaysia Mauritius Mexico Nepal New Zealand Nigeria Norway Pakistan Saudi Arabia Scotland Singapore South Korea Sri Lanka Taiwan Thailand United Arab Emirates United Kingdom USA Vietnam Other country Philippines Select a qualification gained* Select qualification gained Go Minimum Score Required Don’t meet the requirements? Learn about your pathway options Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36) C1 Advanced: minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Upper Intermediate at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). <div
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career As a graduate, you will be able to enter the industry as an assistant where, over time, you may progress to a head footwear designer role within a large company. Head footwear designers lead large design teams and travel or conduct market research to gain insight into current trends. A number of graduates currently own and operate their own footwear design businesses. Other graduates work as designers, product developers, production/quality controllers, supply chain managers and technical officers. As a footwear designer your daily activities may include: working with other designers, clients and stakeholders sketching design drawings by hand or using computer aided design programs attending fashion shows and events for research making prototype shoes sourcing materials such as leather or synthetic or sustainably produced materials Graduate successes Ben Galloway Winner, Best Student Award presented by NSW Leather Co Ashlea Grisold Manager and Head Product Developer, Anuko Fashion Mindy Madden Maker and Designer, Du Zen, Luxury leather bags. Teacher, RMIT Short courses Raphael Thomson Technical Officer, Florsheim – Brand Collective <div
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCommon Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of tasks will I be expected to perform during on-campus learning activities?
During on-campus learning activities, you will be expected to carry out tasks in a simulated work environment that reflect the actual requirements for footwear production. These include producing accurate footwear patterns, recording accurate measurements and numerical data in pattern records, preparation of footwear components for the construction of footwear uppers, producing conclusive costing analysis of footwear, operating machinery which require numerical input, making intricate paper working patterns with pencil and knives, cutting precise footwear components with handheld knives, and pulling over of shoe uppers on lasts using hand tools and hammering of small tacks.
What support is available if I have a disability or learning difficulty?
A range of adjustments to your study conditions can be organised through the Equitable Learning Service (ELS). This may include additional time allowances for comprehension and expression, use of specialised or assistive software to support literacy and numeracy, assistive technology to enhance vision or hearing, rest breaks to support memory, planning and organisation, and consideration of non-verbal communication appropriate to your disability or condition. It is recommended that you contact the ELS and discuss any adjustments with the program coordinator prior to commencing the program.
Are there physical requirements for this program?
Yes, the program requires a range of physical abilities. Gross motor skills are needed for tasks such as manual handling involving hand tools like knives, hammers, and scissors, and positioning material and setting up equipment. Fine motor skills are required for making intricate paper working patterns, cutting precise footwear components, operating machines requiring minute adjustments, and pulling over shoe uppers on lasts. Physical and mental endurance is also required, including standing and walking for extended periods and maintaining a high level of concentration throughout the footwear production process. Adjustments will be considered in relation to individual circumstances and physical capacities, provided they do not compromise student safety.
What mental health support is available to students in this program?
RMIT offers several services to support students living with mental health conditions, including the Equitable Learning Services and Counselling and Psychological Services. The on-campus learning environment will require you to engage with peers and teaching staff, reflect on your work and respond appropriately to constructive feedback. Adjustments can be organised through the Equitable Learning Services, and you may be supported to take time off from your studies if you become unwell or have difficulties with behavioural stability until you are ready to recommence.
What communication skills are needed for the Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear?
The program requires both verbal and social communication skills. You will need to understand and respond to verbal communication, verbally communicate clear instructions and explanations in a time responsive way, and work with clients to establish relationships, undertake assessment of requirements, and produce products in a safe manner. Social communication skills are also important, including the ability to recognise, interpret, use, and respond to non-verbal communication such as eye contact, gestures, facial expression, speaking volume, tone of voice, proximity, and verbal turn-taking, particularly in groupwork and collaborative activities in studio or workshop settings.
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