The Costume Production and Wardrobe Technician Certificate will provide students with a course of study leading to certification and employment as a Costume Production and Wardrobe Technician and prepare students for occupational competency in educational, community and professional theater venues, theme parks, television and motion picture studios and special events.

Program Level Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

✓ Analyze a script, determine the costume needs, then execute a costume plot for actors in a live theatrical production.

✓ Apply basic sewing techniques, clean and press costumes before and after performances, and make repairs for costumes as required in a live theatrical production.

✓ Determine and execute basic theatrical wardrobe production practices including inventory control, wardrobe cleaning and storing techniques for a live theatrical production.

✓ Plan and execute a costume quick change for cast members as required in a live theatrical production.

✓ Create and present a resume, a portfolio and a job search plan for employment as a costume production and wardrobe technician.

✓ View live theater productions, opera, symphonic, pop and classical music concerts and/or dance concerts to generate discussion and written critical evaluation.