Certified Men's Image Consultant
Course
Learn How to Work With Male Clients and Expand Your Business!
MALE IMAGE CONSULTANT CERTIFICATION COURSE
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Train as a Men's Image Consultant and grow your business even more. Menswear is one of the fastest growing on-line shopping categories in retail right now. The reason is because men are becoming savvier about dressing well and are taking ownership of their wardrobes and style. In this course the student learns how to do a professional and complete consultation, and to begin practicing consulting with male clients. The following is a basic topic Overview of the interactive video tutorials in this course. Course includes audio, video, interactions, mini-quizzes, exercises and exams:
Here is the course outline:
1. FSI Welcome and Orientation Class
1 hr
Course welcome, how eLearning works, meet your instructor, set your profile, review the portal, practice netiquette. Tutorials for the new learner, how to access your resources, change your profile (including photo) and join a networking group. 3 sections
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2. The Certification Review
45 min
Multiple video and seminar review of: Learning Outcomes, CEU’s, course objectives, standards in online learning, your course structure and curriculum. 2 sections
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3. Articles, Resources and Libraries
10 min
Your security settings, avoiding pop up blockers, setting your email, joining a group, your best profile and biography details, meet your friends, find your resources etc. 1 section
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4. First Assignment: Complete 6 Outcomes
50 min
Opportunity to get comfortable with survey templates, students submit answers electronically and their initial learning skills are examined. 2 sections
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5. The Cultural Elements of Men’s Fashion and Style
4 hrs
Course enhances learning experience and knowledge as a Men's Image Consultant and introduces the learner to the historical components of men's clothing and how looking back at fashion can impact design today. Modules explore the new changes in menswear, style, and fashion. The purpose of it is to expose students to a diverse array of men, their fashion styles and choices. Each lesson will conceptually educate participants about men and their various lifestyles in addition to fashion influences and movements of history. Modules include video tutorials, research articles and interactive exercises. 5 sections
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6. Men's Image Consulting: Introduction to Male Image Consulting
2 hrs
Self-paced instructional video, audio, tools, resources, online links and e-books to study. Class reviews the Ten Steps of the Male Image Consultation, Initial Consult/ Client Intake + Budgets, Complete Photo Shoot (Before Head-shot) Process, Measure, Determine Body Type + Proportion, Determine Facial Shape + Scale, Review Body Language + Color Analysis. This section offers the training kits for the important components of the course. Graded essay: define your credo and core values for the business. 2 sections
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7. Men's Image Consulting: Part 2 Body Type Identification
1 hr, 30 min
This class components and training include: How to Process a Style Persona Session, Complete a Closet Edit, Wardrobe Style Edit and Curation, Pre-Shopping + The Shopping Trip, Style Tips for the Male Client, Professional Dress Code, Business Casual Messages etc. Students have access to each class within the course for up to 8 weeks. This section offers the training kits for the important components of the course. Quiz score = 80% passing rate. 2 sections
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8. Men's Image Consulting: Part 3 Identifying Proportion
1 hr, 30 min
This class includes detailed training: About Fit + Tailoring, Optional Consultations to Offer Clients, How To Test A Hairstyle And Facial Hair Sample Online, Using An Online Dressing Room Program, Men’s Wear Clothing Silhouettes, Forms + Size Charts Five Assignments. This section offers the training kits for the important components of the course. Body type, proportion, facial shapes, hairstyle and grooming are scheduled. 2 sections
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9. Men's Image Consulting: Part 4 Optional Consulting Services
1 hr, 30 min
Optional Services to offer the client include Non Verbal Communication Style , Closet Edits, Color Analysis, Grooming Consults and more. One Final Styling Assignment - students must complete a digital photograph/ styling project, FINAL PROJECT – Identify 12 mixed and matched coordinated outfits by description, include details and accessories. 2 sections
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10. Men's Image Consulting: Part 5 Dress, Style and Coordination Lessons
1 hr, 30 min
Lessons include how to coordinate appropriate silhouettes, line, proportion and clothing styles by body type.Courses include - Dressing the 5 body shapes, suggested outfits and coordinates, online style sites, practice essay, practice case study. 2 sections
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11. Men's Image Consulting: Part 6 Style Persona, Closet Curation and Shopping
2 hrs
Lessons include Identify a style persona for the client based on the Style Scale, how to effectively complete a closet edit, suggest coordinates, develop a shopping plan, using modular planners, invoicing and follow up tips for shopping with the client. 2 sections
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12. Dressing the Male - Fashion
2 hrs
Knowing how to dress your client is key to a successful consult. In this module the lessons of men's fashion and how to dress the male client are reviewed. These topics include information about body image, fit, proportion, style, color, dress codes and accessories. 1 section
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13. Dressing the Male - Fit
2 hrs
The details and nuances of proper fit are showcased in this section of the course. Students will discover and learn the elements of male fashion such as fit, scale, balance, proportion, and accessory details. 1 section
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14. Color Analysis and Consulting Methods
3 hrs
Color Analysis training modules in client color consulting methods, the study of color, skin tone, undertone. Modules include study in skin tone contrast, temperature, tone, hue. The ten-step color draping and analysis process is thoroughly reviewed and includes video examples and tutorials. 3 sections
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15. Adobe Kuler Tutorial Audio/Video
1 hr, 5 min
Visually identify inherent colors for clients using provided software (free download). This tutorial breaks down the steps to take to create a photo, upload it and identify inherent colors in eye color. For use in identifying correct clothing and accessory colors as well. 2 sections
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16. Non Verbal Communication Class
4 hrs
Training module for Non Verbal Communication consultations. This session reviews how to process a professional non verbal communication session with clients utilizing over 35 message points on image, manners, etiquette, style, posture and more. Students learn the importance of this messaging system in modern culture and work environments. Quiz reviews important non-verbal messaging and communication challenges clients may or may not be aware of. 2 sections
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17. Quiz Review and Quiz
1 hr, 15 min
Online exam to test student’s absorption of the course training. 25 true/ false, multiple choice, mix and match and two essay questions. Scoring is standard from A to F (fail). Passing score must be 80% or higher. 2 sections
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18. Student Project - Define Your Niche Market
1 hr
Students discover a powerful method toward identifying their niche market within this industry. Graded assignment offers key feedback to motivate students toward professional consultant status. A great way to define their business goal. 1 section
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19. Course ending checkout paperwork
45 min
All students completing the course are required to submit a brief feedback testimonial about their experience with the course. Click the link below for instructions and sample. Students also must complete a Participant Training Evaluation form prior to completing the course to earn their CEU's and/ or ILU's. 4 sections
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20. ZIP Graduate Resource Documents
15 min
Online library of downloadable resources, forms, eBooks and supportive material to help the new graduate build a strong business. Be sure to open this robust forms file and download NOW as this module will lock when your course is complete. 1 section
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21. About Your Bonus Course - How to Start Your Business
15 min
Course available when you have completed all modules and course requirements. Take advantage of our business training course. This course sets you up to promote, market and grow your fashion, style or image business immediately. E-Book and important forms included. This is a bonus that opens when you complete your course and submit your final graduate listing. Your course access codes will be emailed to you when we receive your form submission. Move to the next modules and complete them in order to finish out your course. 1 section
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Completion
The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:
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