Stich Ahead Sewing Programme
A SETA-accredited, four-month course that turns creativity into a career.
The Stitch Ahead Programme is designed for youth aged 18 to 35, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and values needed for careers in the textile and fabric industries.
What Our Students Learn
Students gain practical experience in industrial sewing techniques, garment construction, and quality control, while learning to interpret basic patterns for standard products. In the final incubation phase, they are encouraged to develop and design their own creations, fostering creativity and entrepreneurial thinking that can turn a skill into a sustainable career.
Design and Entrepreneurial Thinking
How To Apply.
Entrance Requirements
To be considered for the Stitch Ahead Programme, applicants must complete the following
A two-hour Literacy and Numeracy Test
Participation in Life
Skills training
Selection through a final evaluation interview
After Graduation:
Employment
Entrepreneurship
Confidence
Independence
Purpose.
Graduates leave the Stitch Ahead Programme with a strong foundation for employment or entrepreneurship in the textile sector. Their journey ends and begins with a fashion show and graduation ceremony where they proudly showcase their original designs to their loved ones, their community, and the Salesian Institute Youth Projects team. It is not just a celebration. It is proof of everything they have achieved.