30 Total Modules
Build the skills that make you a top professional.
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18 Months Advanced diploma
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Study On Campus at ICCA Creative Academy
Gain real experience and become a top creative professional.
Fashion Sketching
Color Theory
Fabric Selection
Garment Construction
Sewing & Hand Finishing
Pattern Drafting & Draping
Textile Design
Embellishment
Fashion Illustration (Traditional & Digital)
Investor Pitching
Global Brand Launch
What's included
Add to your LinkedIn profile and update your CV
Oct 2025
Exhibit your creations at leading fashion shows and gain industry recognition.
Overview
Often, aspiring fashion designers take the local route with limited exposure, spending years trying to gain recognition and earn a real income from the industry. At ICCA, we operate like a music label connecting you to top runways, concerts, and industry directors to place you where you’re meant to be. Our training follows an entrepreneurial approach: you learn directly from top designers, work on real projects, and even get paid, ensuring every month equips you with the high-demand skills the fashion world truly values
Tools used
Adobe After Effects
DSLR Cameras & Studio Lighting
Serger/Overlock Machines
Figma
CLO3D
Trims
Dress Forms
Prepare for a career as a Fashion Designer
Other Professional tools used in course
Advanced diploma - 30 modules series
Launch your career in fashion, from foundational skills to professional practice, in 1–18 months with no prior experience required. Learn fashion sketching, garment construction, couture sewing, digital design, styling, and creative entrepreneurship, plus electives in photography, video, interior design, and content creation. Gain hands-on experience through projects like sketchbooks, mood boards, styled photoshoots, capsule and full collections, and a digital portfolio. Build your personal brand, collaborate with industry professionals, and prepare for entry-level to advanced roles in fashion.
Become a Professional Fashion Designer in 18 Months
Master the art of fashion creation—from sketching and garment construction to styling and brand development. Each stage helps you grow from a beginner to a confident designer ready for the runway and creative business.
Stage 1: Foundations of Fashion Expression (1–3 Months)
Learn fashion sketching fundamentals, color theory, fabric identification, and basic sewing techniques. Create your first illustrated fashion looks and a wearable garment project.
Stage 2: Creative Construction & Styling (3–6 Months)
Develop skills in pattern drafting, garment finishing, and design detailing. Explore creative styling, mood board design, and basic digital fashion illustration to refine your personal design style.
Stage 3: Advanced Garment Design & Brand Identity (6–12 Months)
Master professional garment construction, advanced sewing, and textile selection. Learn fashion marketing, visual presentation, and photoshoot coordination while developing your signature brand identity.
Stage 4: Runway Readiness & Fashion Entrepreneurship (12–18 Months)
Plan and execute a full fashion collection. Learn studio management, pricing, and marketing strategies. Showcase your creations at industry fashion shows and launch your personal fashion label or design studio.
Our 18-month fashion program is built around intensive, practical experience with real industry exposure.
Practical Training (1,440–1,560 hrs): Learn couture sewing, tailoring, digital design, and styling through daily studio sessions.
Runway & Industry Projects (240–360 hrs): Participate in live runway events and designer collaborations.
Theory & Business Studies (240–360 hrs): Explore fashion marketing, entrepreneurship, and design history.
Portfolio & Creative Projects (180–200 hrs): Build a strong portfolio and fashion brand identity.
This immersive structure ensures every student gains hands-on mastery, industry visibility, and creative independence.
At ICCA, we provide an engaging learning experience that blends on-campus lectures with e-learning support. Our flexible approach allows students to balance studies with other commitments while developing practical, industry-ready fashion design skills.
At ICCA, we provide an engaging on-campus learning experience supported by e-learning tools. Students can choose from flexible options — 3-month (₦214,000), 6-month (₦420,000), 1-year (₦850,000), or 18-month (₦1,800,000) short certificate programs — designed to fit their goals while mastering fashion design, garment construction, and creative styling skills used in the global fashion industry.
Graduates of ICCA’s Fashion Design course enjoy wide-ranging opportunities in fashion design, pattern making, fashion styling, buying, journalism, and brand management. Many launch their own labels, freelance as designers, or join established brands.
Our training builds both skill and exposure, positioning you for success in Nigeria’s and the global fashion industry.
Instructors
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Ejiro Amos Tafiri
Lagos Fashion Week
“Learning fashion at ICCA was honestly a game-changer. I used to think you had to go abroad or spend years in a big fashion school to learn properly, but ICCA proved me wrong. The lessons were simple, the environment was inspiring, and I started designing clothes within weeks. It’s the best place to start if you’ve always dreamed of fashion but don’t know where to begin.”
Kelechi M.
“I never believed I could sew or draw fashion figures until I joined ICCA Creative Academy. The tutors are patient, and they teach in a way that makes complex things easy to understand. Every week, I saw myself improving. It’s not like the traditional schools where you just copy notes — here, you actually create and see your progress. I’m so happy I chose ICCA!”
john J.
ICCA focuses on practical, hands-on learning instead of just theory. Students actually create garments, illustrations, and collections from their first month. The school’s step-by-step approach makes fashion design easier to understand than the traditional method.
Yes! ICCA’s 1–3 month Foundation Program is built for complete beginners. You’ll start with sketching, color theory, and basic sewing techniques no previous fashion knowledge required.
You can start with the 3-month beginner level and grow up to the 18-month advanced specialization. Each stage builds your skills until you’re ready to launch your own brand or work professionally in fashion.
Yes. You’ll learn traditional sketching and sewing as well as digital tools like Adobe Illustrator and CLO3D for modern fashion design and prototyping.
Every level includes real-world projects. You’ll create sketchbooks, mood boards, capsule collections, and even full fashion lines. By the end, you’ll have a complete digital and physical portfolio to showcase your work.
Absolutely! ICCA includes Creative Entrepreneurship modules that teach personal branding, pricing, client pitching, and marketing your fashion brand online essential for building a career, not just a skill.
Yes. Depending on your level, you can choose electives such as Digital Photography, Video Editing, Interior Decoration, or Content Creation & Digital Marketing to expand your creative skill set.
Yes. During your intermediate and advanced levels, you’ll participate in fashion shoots, video campaigns, and brand showcases to gain real industry experience.
You’ll graduate with a complete professional portfolio that includes illustrations, garment photos, brand identity elements, and a digital presentation — perfect for job applications, clients, or brand launches.
ICCA provides mentorship and collaboration opportunities with experienced designers, stylists, and creative entrepreneurs to guide you through your professional journey.
ICCA offers flexible learning options depending on your schedule. You can attend in-person sessions or join blended classes that combine studio practice with online resources
Yes! Each stage of the program from 3 months up to 18 months comes with a recognized certificate of completion from ICCA Creative Academy.
Graduates receive ongoing career and brand support, including portfolio reviews, business guidance, and opportunities to feature their collections in exhibitions and online platform
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Before joining ICCA, I thought fashion design was going to be too hard and technical. But the teachers broke everything down step-by-step. From sketching to sewing, I finally understood things I had struggled with for years watching random YouTube videos. The classes are hands-on, and everyone is so supportive. ICCA made fashion feel easy and fun again!
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