This Footwear diploma is a first-of-a-kind in Singapore. If you are a shoe lover, this program is definitely for you! Its 13 modules will give you a comprehensive overview of all the different Footwear sectors, from shoe design, pattern making and construction, to marketing, costing and quality control.
This program has been jointly developed by TaF.tc and Ars Sutoria, a world renowned Italian Footwear institution, which trained Nine West, Aldo, Nike and LVMH. This program will be delivered by Ars Sutoria trainers and french experts.
Course Structure
The WSQ Diploma will be conducted in forms of lectures, discussions, demonstrations, case studies, practical exercises, role plays and hands-on activities.
13 modules:
WSQ Construct Ladies’ Court Shoes
WSQ Construct Ladies’ Sandals
WSQ Construct Men’s Shoes
WSQ Create Basic Footwear Patterns
WSQ Create Intermediate Footwear Patterns
WSQ Create Technical Specifications And Costing For Footwear
WSQ Develop Footwear Design Collection
WSQ Draw Digital Footwear
WSQ Evaluate Fit Comfort And Quality For Footwear
WSQ Identify And Analyse Leather And Materials For Footwear
WSQ Identify Footwear Component And Construction
WSQ Manage Footwear Brand And Buying Strategy
WSQ Sketch Footwear Design
Entry RequirementAt least 3 GCE ‘O’ Level passes including English and Maths.
ES WSQ Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) Level 5 and above.Career Opportunities
Footwear Designer
Footwear Product Development Designer Footwear Technician
Footwear Operator
Footwear Industrial Engineer
Footwear CAD Designer
Footwear Sales Associate / Advisor / Supervisor
Footwear Stylist
Footwear Customer Service Manager
Footwear Visual Merchandiser / Purchaser / Buyer
Footwear Quality Control Manager
Footwear Production / Wholesale / Import / Costing merchandiser Footwear entrepreneur
Course Duration
Total Course Duration : 3 Months
Monday - Saturday (Full-Time)
Time : 9am - 6pm/6.30pm (Depending on Module)
Course Fees
Description Amount
Gross Course Fee S$ 19,300.00
WDA 70% Funding S$ 13,870.00
Net Fee Payable S$ 5,430.00
**The 70% funding is only applicable to all Singaporean and Singapore Permanent Residents (PRs).