Courses
Introduction to Sustainability
Build your understanding of the impact of the textile industry on the environment.
Guide to Making Dyeing Safer
Develop your understanding of the key terms and concepts around dyeing, labelling and legislation to help ensure your products are compliant.
Introduction to Colour Communication
Provides a great introduction to the importance of good colour communication.
Introduction to Polyester
Develop your understanding of polyester, its properties and what dyes to use.
Introduction to Nylon
Develop your understanding of nylon, its properties and what dyes to use.
Introduction to Cotton
Develop your understanding of cotton, its properties and what dyes to use.
Introduction to Reactive Dyes
Build your understanding of reactive dyes and their key properties and uses.
Introduction to Disperse Dyes
Build your understanding of disperse dyes and their key properties and uses.
Introduction to Acid Dyes
Build your understanding of acid dyes and their key properties and uses.
Foundation Textile Coloration Certificate
Advance your skills and knowledge with this in-depth introduction to textile dyeing chemistry. Ideal preparation for SDC’s TCC qualification.
Textile Coloration Certificate
Develop your dyeing skills by strengthening your understanding of the processes and principles behind the coloration of textiles. Ideal preparation for SDC’s ASDC qualification.
ASDC by exemption
Apply for Associateship (ASDC) by exemption – for those with the relevant qualifications and experience.
Associateship of the SDC (ASDC)
An essential qualification for professionals keen to progress their career in coloration. Equivalent to an undergraduate degree and leading ultimately to Chartered Colourist (CCol).
SDC International Design Competition 2020/21
Access to free educational resources for fashion and design students entering the SDC International Design Competition.
Chartered Colourist (CCol)
Apply for Chartered Colourist status – this recognises those achieving the highest level in the coloration industry and is a sign of an experienced and qualified professional.