Sciences & Mathematics
DEAN: Mike Sequiera
ASSOCIATE DEAN: Michael Kane
DIVISION OFFICE: Bldg V
LIAISON COUNSELORS: K. Parker, V. Rogers
(Formerly Apparel Design & Production and Fashion Merchandising)

The Fashion Design and Merchandising program is designed to provide students with the necessary background for careers in the fashion industry or as a basis for advanced study. A.A. and A.S. degrees as well as certificates can be earned in the Fashion Design and Merchandising field. The certificate programs do not satisfy A.A./A.S. degree requirements but do qualify students for certificates in the field of study. (Formerly Apparel Design & Production and Fashion Merchandising.)

Fashion Design and Merchandising is one of the career areas in the field of fashion. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in industrial and small business settings as well as continue in advanced study. Examples of career opportunities are alterationist, sewing room supervisor, production cutter, grader, samplemaker, pattern maker, assistant designer, piece goods buyer, and custom designer/seamstress.

Consult the latest Sierra College catalog for current requirements.