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Certificate in Floral Design - Level 1Apply Now »
Location: Broomfield Hall
Years: 1
Weeks: 35
Hours: 3.00
Start: 14/09/2021
Days / Times: Tuesday 18:00 to 21:00
Tuition (£): 427.00*
Full Concession: (0 Tuition/Exam Fee) available dependant on eligibility – A Full Concession is not applicable to a full-cost course
Interview: Y
Course Summary
This course is aimed at learners wishing to gain an introduction to the floristry world. You will learn basic floristry techniques for producing creative and viable designs.
There will be two practical units and two design units to complete to attain the Certificate but you can choose whether you would like to undertake the formal qualification or not.
Entry requirements
You will need three GCSEs at grade D or above.
You should also have a standard of English and maths equivalent to Functional Skills Level 1.
If you are a mature learner, we will be able to take into consideration your previous experience in your chosen subject. Applicants will be interviewed and will undertake an initial assessment in English and maths.
Course Content
The course will cover:
- Design
- Sampling
- Traditional flower arrangements for table décor
- Contemporary flower arrangements for free-standing displays
How will I be assessed?
There will be two practical units and two design units to complete for the Certificate, which includes assessments of practical designs plus a portfolio.
Are there any additional costs or specialist equipment required?
You will be required to supply your own:
- Apron
- Closed-toe flat shoes
- Toolkit such as scissors and secateurs
- Flowers, foliage and sundries
- Writing materials
What can I do after this course?
Derby College offers a range of one-day, weekend and evening courses relating to Floristry and Flower Arranging, as well as a wide range of other land-based topics - please see the Derby College Part-time Prospectus for a full list and details.
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* Tuition - This figure is the tuition fee to be paid - There are no concessionary fees available.
Amy Sykes
Growing links with Flowerworld benefit floristry student Amy
Changing career direction can be a big step, but the flexibility offered by Derby College Group has made it possible for newly qualified florist Amy Sykes.
Amy, a former air hostess from Long Eaton, loved her old job but needed to do something different so she could spend more time with her young daughter.
Inspired by looking at floral arrangements on Instagram, Amy decided to put her creativity and love of flowers to practical use and enrolled on the level 2 Diploma in Floral Practical Skills at Broomfield. And, through the strong links cultivated by Derby College and national dedicated flower business Flowerworld she was also able to get paid work experience which has led to a retail career in floristry.
Initially Amy worked part-time at Flowerworld in Sinfin but has since secured a full-time job in the florists at the company’s Bulwell store.
Louise Ward, People Advisor at Flowerworld, said: “We are passionate about training and offer our people clear pathways to internal progression.
“We are now in the process of rolling out our Employability Academy, which comprises seven modules including job interview, application and employee expectations. Amy is one of the first people to benefit from the academy’s trial run. She did well and we’re pleased to welcome her to her new full-time role.”
Amy added: “I’m glad I changed career direction. People are sometimes put off from making changes to their work life because they think it’s going to be too difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. My course was full-time but the way in which our learning was structured meant I only had to go into College two days a week. It was convenient and I was able to make it work for me.”
Amy, who especially likes making up contemporary flower designs for corporate customers would like to take level 3 floristry one day.
My course was full-time but the way in which our learning was structured meant I only had to go into College two days a week. It was convenient and I was able to make it work for me
