ISTITUTO SECOLI - WE TEACH FASHION
The first Fashion Academy in Italy, founded in 1934, has trained four generations of fashion makers, who are now key players in Italian and international brands, skilled hands and capable minds, able to create and design garments that are studied and refined in every smallest detail.
Istituto Secoli trains talents with comprehensive preparation ranging from fashion design to pattern making, from prototyping to garment construction, up to the creation of a collection. The two souls, education and business services, share the same mission and vision, strengthening each other in a virtuous cycle.
This balance ensures the excellence of courses and services, consolidating the Institute’s credibility and authority with institutional stakeholders and the fashion industry. Passion is the driving force that fuels the continuous pursuit of quality and innovation, making Istituto Secoli a reference point in the sector.
Accreditations
ACCREDITATION BY LOMBARDY REGION
Istituto Secoli is accredited by the Lombardy Region and issues a certificate of competencies acquired during the course, consistent with the Regional Framework of Professional Standards of Lombardy Region (QRSP).
ACCREDITATION BY PIEDMONT REGION
Istituto Secoli is accredited by the Piedmont Region and issues a certificate of competencies acquired during the course, consistent with the Regional Framework of Professional Standards of Piedmont Region.
ACCREDITATION BY THE MINISTRY OF UNIVERSITY AND RESEARCH (MUR)
Istituto Secoli is recognized by the Ministry of University and Research (MUR) among AFAM Institutions for the Three-Year First Level Course in Fashion Design and Fashion Product Technologies.
QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Secoli’s Quality Management System complies with the requirements of ISO 9001 / UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 standard.
CODE OF ETHICS
We have a Code of Ethics whose observance is of fundamental importance for the proper functioning, reliability, and reputation of the Institute.
AFAM Accreditation
Istituto Secoli is recognized by the Ministry of University and Research as an AFAM Institution – Higher Education in Art, Music and Dance, authorized according to Ministerial Decree No. 1262 of September 25, 2023, to confer the First Level Academic Diploma, equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree, for the three-year course in Fashion Design and Fashion Product Technologies.
The course authorized by the Ministerial Decree follows the study plan of the Higher Institutes for Artistic Industry (ISIA) and is structured in a three-year program to achieve 180 CFA (Academic Training Credits), equivalent to the European ECTS standard (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System).
Associations
ANTIA
National Association of Technical Professionals in the Fashion System
IACDE
International Association of Clothing Designers and Executives.
CIANS
Coordination of Non-State AFAM Institutions.