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Level 3 Floristry Course in Weymouth

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Floristry Course in Weymouth. Classes run at Weymouth College, full-time during the day. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others depending on your age and circumstances. The course runs for one year and builds on Level 2 floristry skills. You'll work with advanced techniques including wedding bouquet design, large-scale event floristry, and sympathy tributes. Units cover health and safety, the creative design process, flower and plant care, wired and tied floral design, business management, and trends in the floristry industry.

Who this course is for

Further Education Students

Entry requirements

Progression from level two floristry (merit grade achieved) or bench trained for at least two years. , , GCSE Maths and English grade 9-4

What you will learn

  • You'll design advanced wedding bouquets and bridal floristry
  • You'll plan and create large-scale event floral designs
  • You'll develop sympathy tributes and wired floral arrangements
  • You'll apply principles of the creative design process in floristry
  • You'll practise flower and plant care techniques
  • You'll study business management and marketing in floristry
  • You'll explore current trends in the floristry industry
  • You'll gain work-related experience in the land-based industries

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom, working with flowers and foliage provided by the college. The course combines practical assignments, design projects, and written work covering principles and business knowledge. Assessment is through a mix of practical tasks and coursework across each unit. You'll also have the opportunity to work on commercial wedding designs with a specialist wedding florist.

What you will need to bring

You'll need stationery and a KMC apron. The cost of flowers and foliage is met by Weymouth College. You may wish to purchase your completed designs to take away. Trips and visits may incur additional costs. Weymouth 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 bridal and event floristry for weddings
  • Event florist. Produce large-scale designs for corporate and private events
  • Freelance florist. Work independently on commissions and events
  • Floral designer. Develop creative concepts for clients and venues
  • Floristry tutor. Teach floristry skills at a college or training centre
  • Floral business owner. Run your own floristry business

What you could study next

The provider suggests the Level 4 Diploma in Floristry as the natural next step. This takes your skills to a higher professional level and can open doors to senior roles, business ownership, or teaching. You could also explore business qualifications if you plan to run your own floral business.

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