Learn the fundamentals of millinery and gain inspiration from one of Australia's largest hat block libraries and immerse yourself in headwear design. Guided by leading experts, you’ll design and craft your bespoke hat to take home.
During this course you'll learn to:
Block and shape hats using both traditional and contemporary industry techniques
Work with straw fabrics and millinery materials
Attach and arrange decorative trims like ribbons
Fit and secure headbands for comfort and durability
Use sewing and joining methods specific to millinery
Ensure a professional finish
You'll leave this course with:
A Certificate of Attendance
A pathway for further study in millinery or apparel, fashion and textiles
The confidence to create head-sized and non-head-sized hats.
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
An interest in sewing and creative crafts.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home
LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
Student associations – get social with our student community