Certified Image Stylist Professional
Course
Includes Four Important Disciplines You Need for Starting Your Style + Image Business!
IMAGE STYLIST PROFESSIONAL® ADVANCED CERTIFICATION COURSE
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This course offers you advanced, multiple skills training in fashion, style, image, color, wardrobe and shopping. These are the important building blocks of an ADVANCED IMAGE STYLIST PROFESSIONAL. Learn the fundamentals of fashion, fashion history, client consulting techniques, color analysis, personal shopping and wardrobe styling. This course covers advanced consulting basics that the novice consultant can learn. If you are experienced as a fashion consultant you will also benefit from the professional modules of color analysis, wardrobe and closet editing and professional shopping methods. 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:
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Here is the course outline:
1. FSI Welcome and Orientation Class
1 hr, 5 min
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
1 hr
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
30 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
45 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. Image Consultant Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
2 hrs, 10 min
Self-paced instructional video, audio, tools, resources, online links and ebooks to study. Students have access to each class within the course for up to 16 weeks. This section offers the training kits for the important components of the course. 3 sections
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6. Influence of Consumer Choices: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
2 hrs
Video section reviews the influence of fashion on consumer behavior. Study includes: Body image, Clothing symbols, Impression formation, Impression management, Nonverbal communication, Person perception communication model, Personality, Self-image, Stereotypes, Traits and Values. 2 sections
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7. Cultural Influences of Fashion: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
1 hr, 35 min
Video section reviews the influence of culture on consumer behavior. Study includes: Adornment, Aesthetic, Androgynous, Culture, Diaspora, Diffusion, Ethnic Identity, Gender, Modesty, Protection, Psychological need, Rites of passage, Socio-cultural needs. 3 sections
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8. Physical Influences of Fashion: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
1 hr, 30 min
Video section reviews how the physical influences what we wear. Study includes: Balanced silhouette, Body proportion, Body Types (Wedge i.e.: Inverted Triangle, Triangle, Hourglass, Rectangle), Carotene, Cosmetics, Ectomorph, Endomorph, Mesomorph, Hair, Keratin, Melanin, Muscles, Nails, Skin, Somatotype. 2 sections
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9. Design Elements of Fashion: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
1 hr, 30 min
Video section reviews the Design Elements – Space, Shape, Form And Line. Study includes: Angular Shape, Curved line, Curved shape, Decorative line, Dominant line, Elements of design –Form, Hairstyle, Line, Shape, Space, Straight line, Silhouette and more. 2 sections
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10. Design Elements - Color: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
1 hr, 30 min
Video section reviews the color theories and color analysis. Study includes: Achromatic (color harmony), Analogous (color harmony), Chroma, Color, Contrasting (color harmony), Cool hues, Dominant color types, Dimensions of color, Hue, Monochromatic, Primary colors, Secondary colors, Triad (color harmony), Value, Warm hues and more. 2 sections
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11. Design Elements - Texture: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
1 hr, 30 min
Video section reviews fabric, texture principles. Study includes: Understanding draping, Fabric, Fashion fabric, Fibers, Finish, Hand Harmony, Proportion, Tactile qualities, Tailoring, Texture, Yarns. 2 sections
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12. Fashion Design Principles: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
1 hr, 30 min
Concepts of design, fashion design decisions and design vocabulary are among the topics covered. Video section reviews important design principles – Study includes: Applied design, Balance, Design, Emphasis, Formal Balance, Harmony, Informal Balance, Progression, Proportion, Radial Balance, Rhythm, Structural Design, Unity 2 sections
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13. Clothing Fit and Function: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
1 hr, 30 min
Fit, tailoring, sizing guidelines and size categories are just some of the topics studied here. Study includes: Design ease, Drop, Ease, Fit (Men’s and Women’s), Fit models, Grain, Rise, Tailoring, Wearing ease, sizing categories. 2 sections
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14. Wardrobe Edit and Strategies: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
1 hr, 30 min
Clothing budget, clothing selection, wardrobe planning and accessory purchasing are discussed and dissected. Video section reviews strategies used in managing client wardrobes. Study includes: Accessory Basics, Bridge jewelry, Business casual dress, Cost per outfit formula, Cost per wearing formula, Costume jewelry, Everyday casual wear, Extras, Fashion personality, Fine jewelry, Traditional business dress, Wardrobe planning. 2 sections
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15. How to Measure, Fit and Proportion
4 hrs, 30 min
Instructor led video demonstrating principles of proportion, fit, cut, tailoring, styling. Steps for creating a visually perfect outfit, the Golden Mean in fashion coordination and harmony of design. Students learn important concepts of proportioning clothing, matching hairstyles to facial shape, fit principles and focal points. The ABC’s of the client measurement session are reviewed in this course section. 6 sections
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16. Jewelry and Accessory Styling Basics
3 hrs
Training begins with the fundamentals of facial shape, facial lines, facial proportion and feature analysis. Subjects in audio and video tutorials include: Golden triangle, 5 Face, neck and shoulders, Focal points, Fit and Flatter, Understanding basic lines and figure types, Body to Face Shape Match, Angled Facial Shapes, Incorrect Necklines, Curved Facial Shape, Correct Necklines, Accessory Line, End Module Assignments 4 sections
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17. Jewelry and Accessory Analysis and Consulting Steps
2 hrs
Jewelry and Accessory Part 2 - Consulting Steps. The audio and video fundamental studies include: Intro –professional Jewelry and Accessory styling, Consultation – Methodology of consulting process, Preparation and Draping Process, Taking Digital Photographs, Detailed Head and Face Measurements, Determining Golden Triangle, Determining Facial Shapes and Lines. Quiz to test / passing rate 80% 2 sections
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18. How to Identify Facial Shape and Hairstyles
55 min
How to measure, determine and verify the correct facial shape. Then discover how to choose appropriate hairstyles for each facial shape. Video tutorials teach how to identify “lines” in facial features, determine scale of facial proportions that influence hair style. Quiz practice included. 2 sections
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19. Accessory Styling Sessions: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
2 hrs
Building on prior tutorials this section rounds out the study of the fundamentals of Jewelry and Accessory Client Styling and includes modules on: Mature Faces, Scale of Features, Tip Sheets, Accessory Styling The Client, Best Styles Create Winning Impressions, Accessory Styles, How to Wear scarves, hats, glasses, wigs, necklines, Designer Jewels, Costume Jewelry, Vintage Jewelry, Trends and Fads, Shopping Resources, and more. 2 sections
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20. Non Verbal Communication Class
2 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. Built in quizzes review essential, non-verbal messaging and communication challenges clients may or may not be aware of. 2 sections
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21. Styling Game Sessions
1 hr, 20 min
Practice interactive styling sessions, identify how to clothe each body shape, use software to create client books, collages, style directives and more. Create coordinated sets, multiple clothing choices, mix and match options. Learn to style, coordinate, hairstyles, facial shape PLUS complete five interactive exercises in styling. 2 sections
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22. How to Coordinate, Mix and Match Fashion
2 hrs, 5 min
Master class in styling - how to coordinate fashion combinations of print, texture, pattern and color. Includes video instructions and tutorials on combining three, four and more prints and patterns to achieve "high styling" mastery. 133 page manual is included "How to Coordinate Fashion" 4 sections
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23. Learn to Digitally Collage For Clients
2 hrs, 40 min
Digital collage work is an art form and one that can be intergrated into the work a stylist consultant does with clients. Learn to assemble outfits that tell a story to visually explain the principles of fashion and clothing coordination, create sets, plan modular dressing, travel planners and more. 3 sections
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24. Wardrobe Stylist: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
5 hrs
Wardrobe Edit, Curate and Analysis Course 7 sections
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25. Color Analysis: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
3 hrs, 45 min
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. 5 sections
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26. Personal Shopper: Course Lessons, Video, Interactive Methods
8 hrs, 30 min
Self-paced instructional video, audio, tools, resources, online links and ebooks to study. Students have access to each class within the course for up to 12 weeks. This section offers the training kits for the important components of the course. 8 sections
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27. Adobe Kuler Tutorial Audio/Video
1 hr, 30 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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28. Basic Apparel Style Terms
1 hr
Over 150 core silhouettes, clothing styles and details reviewed in video format and pronunciation. Core terms for any fashion student preparing for exams. Fashion professionals need an understanding of these core terms to practice as consultants. 3 sections
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29. Final Exam and Essay
1 hr, 30 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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30. Student Project - Define Your Niche Market
1 hr, 10 min
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. 2 sections
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31. Course ending checkout paperwork
50 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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32. ZIP Graduate Resource Documents
30 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. 2 sections
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33. About Your Bonus Course - How to Start Your Business
5 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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