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BICABinga Institute of Conservation Agriculture

Leather & Craft Production

BIC-8: skills covered at 6, 12 and 24 months.

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BIC-8: Leather & Craft Production

Trades and technology. Pick a ring to jump to that period.

BIC-8-6: 6 months

Certificate

BIC-8-12: 12 months

Diploma

BIC-8-24: 24 months

Artisan or advanced award

6 months, certificate BIC-8-6

  • Materials and safety
  • Cutting and stitching
  • Sandals, belts, bags, wallets
  • Design for the market

12 months, diploma BIC-8-12

Includes everything in BIC-8-6, plus:

  • Dyeing and finishing
  • Collection design
  • Pricing and storytelling tags
  • Small-batch production

24 months, artisan or advanced award BIC-8-24

Includes everything in BIC-8-12, plus:

  • Studio management
  • Wholesale and tourism contracts
  • Export basics
  • LeatherRoots licence

Before you start

Everyone starts with the four-week Common Core (BIC-0). Entry is assessed at registration.

Fees. Fees by sponsorship or sliding scale. Ask us for the current course fee.

Next intake. Intake dates are announced here and by email to registered learners.

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