# Costume Production and Wardrobe Technician (Certificate of Achievement)

Golden West College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Theater Arts

Source: https://catalog.cccd.edu/golden-west/pathways/visual-performing-arts/theater-arts/costume-production-wardrobe-technician-cert-achieve/

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 Learning Outcomes

1.  Analyze a script, determine the costume needs, then execute a costume plot for actors in a live theatrical production.
2.  Apply basic sewing techniques, clean and press costumes before and after performances, and make repairs for costumes as required in a live theatrical production.
3.  Determine and execute basic theatrical wardrobe production practices including inventory control, wardrobe cleaning and storing techniques for a live theatrical production.
4.  Plan and execute a costume quick change for cast members as required in a live theatrical production.
5.  Create and present a resume, a portfolio and a job search plan for employment as a costume production and wardrobe technician.
6.  View live theater productions, opera, symphonic, pop and classical music concerts and/or dance concerts to generate discussion and written critical evaluation.

### Requirements

Review Graduation Requirements and Program Maps.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | |  |
| THEA G100 | Introduction to the Theater | 3 |
| THEA G126 | Play Production and Performance 2 | 2 |
| THEA G170 | Theater Production and Stage Crew | 2 |
| THEA G178 | Introduction to Stage Costume | 3 |
| THEA G180 | Basic Costume Sewing, Construction and Wardrobe Techniques | 2 |
| THEA G211 | Musical Theater Production and Performance 2 | 2 |
| **Select one of the following:** | | 3 |
| THEA G174 | Scenic Painting and Technical Production Techniques | 3 |
| THEA G175 | Stage Scenery | 3 |
| THEA G176 | Stage Lighting | 3 |
| THEA G177 | Make-Up | 3 |
| **Total Units** | | **17** |