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Free Level 3 Floristry Course in Nantwich – Reaseheath College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Floristry Course in Nantwich. Classes run at Reaseheath College, full-time during the day over 35 weeks. The course is free for adults who don't already hold a full Level 3 qualification. You'll develop advanced techniques in creative floral design, botany, business skills, and design innovation. Study tours and competitions such as the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park and WorldSkills UK give you the chance to showcase your work. Entry requires 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, a Merit at Level 2 in Floristry, or an alternative Level 2 floristry qualification.

Who this course is for

This comprehensive course offers specialist training and advanced techniques such as creative floral design, botany, business skills and design innovation.

You can join study tours and get your designs noticed at prestigious competitions like the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park and WorldSkills UK.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at 4/C or above, or Merit at Level 2 in Floristry, or Alternative floristry qualification at Level 2

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced creative floral design skills and techniques.
  • You'll study botany and how plants grow, behave, and are best used in arrangements.
  • You'll learn business skills relevant to running or working in a floristry business.
  • You'll explore design innovation and how to develop your own creative style.
  • You'll enter prestigious competitions including the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park and WorldSkills UK.
  • You'll take part in study tours to broaden your floristry knowledge and experience.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical work at Reaseheath College. Assessment is a mix of practical assignments, design projects, and written work. Competition entries and study tours form part of your learning experience. The City and Guilds qualification is assessed through a combination of portfolio evidence and practical assessments carried out throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Reaseheath College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Florist. Design and create arrangements in a retail flower shop.
  • Wedding florist. Specialise in bridal and event floral design.
  • Event decorator. Create large-scale floral displays for venues and occasions.
  • Floral designer. Work with interior designers or hotels on display contracts.
  • Floristry tutor. Teach floristry skills at a college or workshop level.
  • Self-employed florist. Run your own floristry business.

What you could study next

  • Higher Technical Qualification or Foundation Degree in Floral Design. A step up for those who want to deepen design theory and business knowledge.
  • Level 4 or 5 qualification in Business Management. Useful if you plan to run your own floristry business.
  • WorldSkills UK competition pathway. Not a qualification, but a recognised route to industry profile and further opportunities in competitive floristry.
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