Apparel Design and Technology, AAS

Apparel Design & Technology at JCCC—where creativity meets innovation & commerce.

Fashion goes beyond creativity, it’s an industry driven by innovation, technology, and business strategy.

Student models on the catwalk at JCCC's Fashion Show

The Apparel Design & Technology program at Johnson County Community College prepares you to design with purpose while understanding the business behind fashion. With a strong focus on technical skills, digital tools, sustainability, and industry trends, our program equips you for careers in creative and technical design, sourcing, and trend forecasting.

Whether you aspire to work for a leading brand or continue your education at a four-year institution, JCCC provides the foundation to build a successful career.

Why choose Apparel Design & Technology at JCCC?

Industry-experienced faculty: Learn from professionals with real-world backgrounds in design, product development, and fashion technology.
Business-focused design training: Develop expertise in branding, trend forecasting, and market-driven design that is an essential skill for today’s competitive fashion industry.
Cutting-edge technology: Master Adobe Illustrator and product lifecycle management (PLM) software to create and visualize designs in both traditional and digital formats.
Sustainability in fashion: Explore ethical sourcing, circular design, and responsible production critical to shaping the future of fashion.
The Historical Fashion Collection: Study an extensive archive of garments and textiles to understand historical craftsmanship and design evolution.
Seamless transfer opportunities: Our curriculum aligns with top four-year fashion programs, making it easy to continue your education.
Study tours: Gain firsthand industry insight with faculty-led trips and study abroad experiences in New York, Las Vegas, and Florence, Italy.
JCCC Fashion Show: Showcase your original designs on the runway in our annual fashion show, gaining hands-on experience in garment construction, creative presentation, and professional execution.
Portfolio and career preparation: Build a professional portfolio that highlights your design and technical skills, preparing you for careers in fashion design, product development, and beyond.

Explore JCCC's catalog to learn about our Apparel Design and Technology degree and individual courses

[Catalog] Apparel Design and Technology, AAS

[Catalog] Fashion Merchandising and Design Courses

Find your future in Apparel Design and Technology

Whether you’re looking for an associate’s degree to bolster your entry into the workforce or as a first step toward a four-year degree, JCCC’s Apparel Design and Technology program is a great place to start.
If you want to pursue further fashion design programs, JCCC has transfer pathways established with four-year universities across the country for a seamless transfer of your degree toward the pursuit of a bachelor’s degree.  JCCC Transfer Information and Services has details; make an appointment with an Academic Counselor to explore your options.
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Need help with homework? No problem!

The JCCC Academic Resource Center offers free tutoring in almost any subject — they can help you with your next paper or presentation. And our small Apparel Design and Technology classes — most have fewer than 15 students — means you’ll get one-on-one attention and feedback from your professors.