Hand Embroidery (CBT – Level 2)

INTRODUCTION

Hand Embroidery is one of the oldest and most valued traditional crafts in Pakistan. From cultural dresses to modern fashion wear, embroidered designs play a significant role in enhancing the beauty and value of garments and decorative items. In earlier times, embroidery skills were passed down informally from generation to generation. However, with the growth of the fashion and textile industry, professional training has become essential to meet market standards and customer demands. The demand for skilled embroidery workers has increased significantly due to the expansion of boutique businesses, fashion houses, textile brands, and home-based enterprises. Modern consumers prefer high-quality, creative, and professionally finished embroidery designs. As a result, structured and competency-based training programs are necessary to ensure standardized skills and quality production. The Hand Embroidery (CBT – Level 2) course is designed to develop technical expertise and creative abilities in trainees. This program combines theoretical understanding with practical application, enabling students to produce professional embroidery work suitable for commercial and entrepreneurial purposes. The course aims to strengthen both traditional techniques and modern design concepts to meet evolving industry needs.

 

PURPOSE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The competency-based Hand Embroidery (CBT – Level 2) qualification has been developed to train unskilled and semi-skilled individuals in technical and entrepreneurial skills, enabling them to become employed or self-employed and improve their livelihood opportunities. The purpose of this qualification is to establish professional standards for embroidery workers who will contribute to the growth of Pakistan’s textile and fashion industry. The specific objectives of developing this qualification are as under:

 

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of how communication shapes patterns of social interaction, the expression of cultural values and norms, political practices and relations of power, and our positions as local and global citizens.

Be able to use a variety of methodological tools to analyze interpersonal, intercultural, and rhetorical discourse that structures everyday interactions in both our public and private lives.

Demonstrate an understanding of the possibilities, problems, and history of discourse and deliberation in democracy and will be prepared to use their knowledge to work for a just and more humane world.

Improve professional competence in hand embroidery techniques
Develop creativity and design development skills
Equip trainees with modern CBT training methodologies
Enable trainees to integrate theory with practical embroidery work
Promote quality standards in embroidery production
Provide flexible pathways for career progression in the textile and fashion industry
Establish a standardized and sustainable training system for embroidery skills in Pakistan
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The entry requirement for Hand Embroidery (CBT – Level 2) is:
Middle or Matric qualification
Basic knowledge of stitching or needlework is preferred; however, beginners with interest and commitment to learn are encouraged to apply.