Clothing / Textile Technologist Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Clothing / Textile Technologist:

  • A degree or a Higher National Diploma (HND) in clothing and textiles technology or materials and polymer sciences.
  • A postgraduate textiles/clothing qualification can be helpful
  • Industrial experience
  • Creativity
  • A good knowledge of fabric and materials
  • Commercial awareness
  • Interpersonal skills
  • The ability to work well in teams

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Clothing / Textile Technologist skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Clothing / Textile Technologist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.