Summer Continuing Education Classes in Fashion
Fashion Management Professional Development Courses
The UIW Fashion Management Department offers specialized continuing education courses designed to enhance your skills in fashion education, design techniques and creative pedagogy. Our summer program provides hands-on learning opportunities taught by experienced UIW faculty members.
Free for Texas K-12 teachers seeking Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours.
Registration will open early Spring 2026! The Summer 2026 class list will be available in Spring 2026. Check back for updates.
Who Should Enroll?
Texas K-12 Teachers (Free Enrollment): Our courses are specifically designed to support educators teaching fashion, family and consumer sciences, art, design, career and technical education, and related subjects. All classes qualify for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours to support your professional development requirements and meet TEA standards.
UIW is a Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)-accredited institution, ensuring your professional development hours are recognized by the Texas Education Agency.
Course Formats
On-Campus Courses
Our classes meet at the UIW campus, where you'll have access to our professional-grade equipment, design labs and studio facilities. Experience hands-on learning with industry-standard tools and technology.Sample Course Topics
Our continuing education program rotates through a variety of relevant topics based on educator needs, industry trends and TEA professional development priorities. Course offerings change each year to provide fresh content and respond to educator feedback and TEA professional development priorities.
Past and recurring courses include:
- Building a Fashion Curriculum
- Teaching Creativity in Design Education
- Project-Based Learning in Fashion Classes
- Patternmaking Basics
- Understanding and Using Sergers
- Garment Fitting Techniques
- Textiles Refresher: Fibers, Fabrics and Care
- Adobe Photoshop for Fashion
- Adobe Illustrator for Fashion
- Fashion History Overview
- Sustainable Fashion Practices
Registration Policies
Enrollment Confirmation: You will receive an email confirmation within one week of registration. Course materials and preparation instructions will be sent one week before the course start date.
Cancellation Policy:
- K-12 Teachers: Please notify us at least 3 days before the course starts if you cannot attend.
Minimum Enrollment: Courses require a minimum number of students to run. If a course is cancelled due to low enrollment, you'll be notified in advance.
Why Choose UIW Continuing Education?
- Free for Texas K-12 teachers – no cost for qualifying educators
- CPE hours certified – fulfill your TEA professional development requirements
- Expert instruction – learn from UIW Fashion Management faculty
- Hands-on learning – access professional equipment and facilities
- Small class sizes – personalized attention and support
- Practical applications – take skills directly back to your classroom
- Official documentation – receive CPE certificates with contact hours
Questions About Courses?
We're happy to help you select courses that meet your professional development goals!