Free Level 2 Floristry Course in Ipswich. Classes run at Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural, part-time during the day, one day a week over a year. The course is open to beginners and those who already hold a Level 1 Floristry qualification. No GCSEs are required. You'll develop practical floristry skills, from working with seasonal flowers to creating arrangements for a range of occasions. This free floristry course for adults covers both the creative and technical sides of the craft. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Floristry.
Who this course is for
Please see view the course at http://www.suffolk.ac.uk/courses
Entry requirements
Open to Beginners or those with a L1 qualification in Floristry. No GCSE Requirements. Ages 19+
What you will learn
You'll design and create floral arrangements for different occasions and settings.
You'll work with a range of flowers, foliage, and sundry materials.
You'll learn how to condition and care for cut flowers to extend their life.
You'll develop hand-tied bouquet and wired work techniques.
You'll understand colour, texture, and proportion in floral design.
You'll learn how to work safely and hygienically in a floristry environment.
You'll explore seasonal and sustainable approaches to floristry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom, working directly with flowers and materials. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and assignments that demonstrate your skills and knowledge. You'll build a portfolio of work over the course of the year, showing what you can design and create.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Florist, working in a retail flower shop or studio.
Wedding florist, creating arrangements and bouquets for weddings.
Event florist, designing displays for corporate and private events.
Funeral florist, making tributes and sympathy arrangements.
Market stall florist, selling hand-tied bouquets and seasonal flowers.
Floristry assistant, supporting a senior florist in a busy setting.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Floristry (City and Guilds) - the next step if you want to take on more complex design work and move toward running your own business or a senior role.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training - if you'd like to teach floristry to others.
NVQ Level 3 in Floristry - a work-based route that builds on your Level 2 skills in a professional setting.
