Fashion Merchandising and Management
Program Description:
The Fashion Merchandising and Management program is a two-year course for juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in a fashion-related or retail management position, or secondary education in a fashion-related field.
The Fashion Merchandising and Management program provides core skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level employment in a fashion or retail career field. Students learn the fundamentals of business including customer service, buying and selling, marketing, product display, merchandising and achieving a profit. They also learn aspects of fashion design, product development and the design process.
The second year program builds on these skills by establishing a work site internship where students apply their knowledge on-the-job.
Students enrolled in the Fashion Merchandising and Management program will learn the following during a two-year program:
Fashion Merchandising and Management 1:
Upon acceptance into the program, student and parent/guardian must participate in the Orientation at the Cascadia Tech.
Recommendations:
Program of Study
Lab Time/Theory Time:
Approximately 40 percent of time will be devoted to theory and professionalism; 60 percent devoted to lab. Students will develop a personal portfolio.
Textbook Reading Level:
Theory material 10.5
Career Opportunities
Year 1: Professional attire needed for internships. Program embroidered uniform blazer (approx. $75) and black slacks or black skirt is required for professional wear. Fashion workbook ordered in class (approximately $28). Optional National Retail Federation Certification exam fee $55. Flash or jump drive is recommended. Additional art or fabric supplies $50. Student must provide their own transportation to/from internship sites during April and May of the school year. Proof of current auto insurance required if student driving to internship site. Family medical insurance or student accident insurance is required.
Year 2: Professional attire needed for internships. Student must provide their own transportation to/from internship sites. Proof of current auto insurance required if student driving to internship site. Family medical insurance or student accident insurance is required.
Note: Student accident insurance is available through the sending school.
If you have concerns regarding these expenses, please see Peggy Leifheit in our Business Office. There are funds available for qualifying students. Ms. Leifheit can be reached at 360-604-1050 ext. 2158 or at [email protected].
Program Description:
The Fashion Merchandising and Management program is a two-year course for juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in a fashion-related or retail management position, or secondary education in a fashion-related field.
The Fashion Merchandising and Management program provides core skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level employment in a fashion or retail career field. Students learn the fundamentals of business including customer service, buying and selling, marketing, product display, merchandising and achieving a profit. They also learn aspects of fashion design, product development and the design process.
The second year program builds on these skills by establishing a work site internship where students apply their knowledge on-the-job.
Students enrolled in the Fashion Merchandising and Management program will learn the following during a two-year program:
- Safety Skills
- Professionalism Skills Development
- Fundamental Marketing Skills
- Leadership Skills Development
- Customer Service
- Buying, Selling and Store Promotions
- Fundamentals of Merchandising and Visual Display
- Fashion Industry Terminology
- Project Management
- Retail Management
- Post-Secondary Opportunities
- Fashion and Retail Career Opportunities and Job Search Skills
- Internship Opportunities
- Portfolio Development
- Writing Literacy Skills
- 3 High School credits per year
- Possible high school art credit in some districts. Check out your district's offerings by going to our programs page and clicking on "Credit Equivalency". To jump there now, click here.
- Competency certificate
- Leadership opportunities
- Preparation for next level of education/training
- Internship opportunities
- Opportunity for scholarships
- Work Readiness Credential
- National Retail Federation certification
- Washington Fashion Strategies Skills certification
- 21st Century Skills certification
Fashion Merchandising and Management 1:
- Reading at 10th grade level
- Passed Algebra 1 or Integrated Math 1
- Excellent high school attendance record
- Must provide own health insurance to participate in internships
- Must provide own transportation to internship sites and provide current car insurance
- Must pass 1st year program with a B grade or better to qualify for 2nd year; space is limited
- Must provide own health insurance to participate in internships
- Must provide own transportation to internship sites and provide current car insurance
Upon acceptance into the program, student and parent/guardian must participate in the Orientation at the Cascadia Tech.
Recommendations:
- Speech or communication classes recommended
- Able to pass background check may be necessary depending on internship placement
Program of Study
Lab Time/Theory Time:
Approximately 40 percent of time will be devoted to theory and professionalism; 60 percent devoted to lab. Students will develop a personal portfolio.
Textbook Reading Level:
Theory material 10.5
Career Opportunities
- Small Business Owner
- Sales Associate
- Special Events Coordinator
- Buyer/Sales Representative
- Assistant Store Manager
- Management Trainee
- Marketing Representative
- Human Resources
- Visual Merchandiser
- Merchandising Specialist
- Product Demonstrator
- Merchandise Marketer
- Fashion Design Office Assistant
Year 1: Professional attire needed for internships. Program embroidered uniform blazer (approx. $75) and black slacks or black skirt is required for professional wear. Fashion workbook ordered in class (approximately $28). Optional National Retail Federation Certification exam fee $55. Flash or jump drive is recommended. Additional art or fabric supplies $50. Student must provide their own transportation to/from internship sites during April and May of the school year. Proof of current auto insurance required if student driving to internship site. Family medical insurance or student accident insurance is required.
Year 2: Professional attire needed for internships. Student must provide their own transportation to/from internship sites. Proof of current auto insurance required if student driving to internship site. Family medical insurance or student accident insurance is required.
Note: Student accident insurance is available through the sending school.
If you have concerns regarding these expenses, please see Peggy Leifheit in our Business Office. There are funds available for qualifying students. Ms. Leifheit can be reached at 360-604-1050 ext. 2158 or at [email protected].
