Free Level 3 Floristry Course in Chelmsford. Classes run at Writtle College, full-time during the day. This City and Guilds level 3 floristry qualification takes one year to complete. You'll develop specialist technical and practical skills across a wide range of floristry work, building the knowledge needed to move into employment or further training in the industry. Entry requires five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or an equivalent Level 2 Floristry qualification at Merit or Distinction, including GCSE Maths and English. Evidence of practical floristry experience and a satisfactory reference are also required.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Floristry provides a range of specialist technical practical skills and knowledge which will equip you to progress to employment or further learning and training within the floristry industry.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent Level 2 Floristry qualification at Merit or Distinction must include GCSE Maths and English at 9-4 (A*-C). Evidence of practical floristry experience and a satisfactory references from most recent school, college or employer
What you will learn
You'll design and create a range of hand-tied and wired floristry arrangements.
You'll work with seasonal and specialist flowers, developing plant knowledge and selection skills.
You'll plan and produce floristry for weddings, events, and other occasions.
You'll learn business and retail skills relevant to working in a floristry setting.
You'll develop colour theory and design principles as applied to floristry.
You'll practise conditioning, care, and handling of cut flowers and foliage.
You'll build the technical skills needed to work to a professional standard.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom and workshop based, with a strong practical focus. You'll be assessed through practical tasks, projects, and assignments that reflect real floristry work. Assessment is ongoing throughout the year, covering both your technical skills and your underpinning knowledge. Writtle College will give you full details of assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Writtle College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Florist: design and sell arrangements in a retail florist shop.
Wedding florist: create floral displays and bouquets for weddings.
Event florist: produce large-scale floristry for corporate and private events.
Funeral florist: design sympathy tributes and wreaths.
Freelance florist: run your own floristry business.
Floristry tutor: teach floristry classes at a college or training centre.
What you could study next
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Horticulture or a related subject, for those wanting to move into management or specialist growing.
A degree in Garden Design or Horticulture, if you want to broaden into landscape or design work.
Business or enterprise qualifications, if you plan to set up your own floristry business.
