Tailoring, Fashion & Design
Tailoring Fashion Design. KCI Institute’s Tailoring, Fashion, and Design Course is a transformative program aimed at empowering young people from low-income backgrounds by providing them with high-quality training in tailoring and fashion. Designed with a focus on both professional and personal growth, this program equips participants with essential skills such as product development, pattern drafting, and garment construction, all of which enhance employability and foster an entrepreneurial mindset.
Practical Skills for Sustainable Employment
The KCI Institute course curriculum emphasizes practical, hands-on learning, preparing students to create market-ready products and fashion designs. The training is aligned with the needs of the local community, enabling participants to craft garments that appeal to local tastes while also fostering creativity and innovation. Through comprehensive modules in garment construction and product development, students learn to transform fabric into functional, stylish pieces, thus gaining confidence in their skills and capabilities.
This practical approach ensures that participants are well-prepared to establish their own tailoring businesses or seek employment in the fashion sector. Additionally, the course encourages graduates to pass on their skills to other young women in their communities, further amplifying its positive impact.
Fostering Social Resilience and Gender Equality
Beyond technical training, KCI Institute’s program is dedicated to promoting social resilience and gender equality. Participants are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and resilience against challenges, including gender-based violence. The course helps to cultivate a sense of self-worth and strength, empowering young women to advocate for themselves and become role models within their communities. This social component of the training creates a supportive environment that nurtures personal growth, enhancing each participant’s sense of identity and agency.
Moreover, by providing young women with the tools and confidence to pursue their dreams, KCI Institute contributes to creating a more gender-equal society. Graduates of the program become advocates for change, able to train and inspire others, contributing to a ripple effect of empowerment and skill-building in their communities.
A Commitment to Accessibility and Shared Responsibility
At KCI Institute, we believe in a mutual commitment to success. To ensure that the program is accessible to those from all backgrounds, no tuition fees are charged. However, students are encouraged to contribute towards their class requirements, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility. This approach enables students to understand the value of their skills and demonstrates how these abilities can contribute to positive changes within their communities.
A key focus of the program is sustainable, community-based solutions, such as tailoring products that address local needs. For example, participants learn to create reusable products that support menstrual health, which not only provides a practical solution but also helps to keep girls in school. This initiative highlights how tailoring skills can drive social change, particularly in supporting young women and girls within their communities.
Building a Brighter Future Through Fashion and Tailoring
The KCI Institute’s Tailoring, Fashion, and Design course is more than just a vocational program; it’s a pathway to economic empowerment and community resilience. By providing accessible, skill-based education, KCI Institute enables young people to unlock their potential, pursue meaningful careers, and contribute to societal progress. As graduates set out to establish their own businesses or train others, they play a crucial role in building a stronger, more equitable future for themselves and their communities.
Fees & Requirements.
ITEM | FEES PER TERM (In UGX) | NUMBER OF TERMS |
Tuition | 650,000 | Short course |
Applications Fee | 50,000 | Once |
Institute ID | 25,000 | Once |
DIT Fees | 80,000 | Once |
First Aid Fee & Insurance | 50,000 | Once |
Functional Fee | 20,000 | Once |
Development Fee | NA | NA |
Examination Fee | 20,000 | Once |