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Level 3 Floristry Course in Norwich – Easton College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Floristry Course in Norwich. Classes run at Easton College, full-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before your course starts, tuition is free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and maths. The course covers specialist practical floristry skills and the technical knowledge needed to work in the floristry industry. It takes one year to complete.

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

Achieve 5 GCSE's at grade 4 or above, including English Language and maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop specialist practical skills in floral design and arrangement.
  • You'll learn how to work with a wide range of flowers, foliage, and materials.
  • You'll study the technical knowledge behind floristry, including plant care and conditioning.
  • You'll practise creating designs for different occasions and commercial settings.
  • You'll build an understanding of floristry business practices and client requirements.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical work. Assessment includes practical tasks, written assignments, and portfolio evidence. You'll be assessed on your technical skills and your knowledge of floristry principles. The City and Guilds qualification is assessed through a combination of coursework and practical assessments set against the qualification standard.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Florist. Design and sell arrangements in a retail flower shop.
  • Wedding florist. Create floral displays for weddings and events.
  • Event florist. Supply large-scale floral work for venues and functions.
  • Funeral florist. Produce sympathy tributes and funeral flowers.
  • Freelance florist. Run your own floristry business or take contract work.
  • Floristry tutor. Teach floristry skills once you have industry experience.

What you could study next

A Level 3 floristry qualification opens routes into employment, but you can also study further. A Level 4 or higher qualification in floristry design or horticulture can deepen your expertise. If you want to run your own business, a qualification in business management or enterprise would complement your floristry skills. Some florists also pursue membership of the British Florist Association to strengthen their professional standing.

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