Level 1 Land-based Studies Course in Enfield. Classes run at Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre, one day per week over 13 weeks. This land-based studies certificate covers practical floristry skills, from identifying fresh flowers and foliage to creating floral, wedding, tied and funeral designs. You'll also build a portfolio of your work. No previous experience is required. You'll sit one external theory exam and complete practical assessments. These part-time daytime land-based studies classes fit around other commitments.
Who this course is for
Receive an introduction into the world of floristry with this short course, delivered one day per week over 13 weeks.
Entry requirements
No previous experience required.
A willingness and commitment to learn new skills.
Enthusiasm for working with flowers, plants and alternative mediums.
What you will learn
You'll identify fresh flowers, foliage and plants used in floristry
You'll create basic floral, wedding, tied and funeral designs
You'll prepare and care for cut flowers and foliage
You'll design and produce flower and foliage arrangements
You'll build a portfolio of evidence of your practical skills
You'll develop safe working practices for the floristry industry
You'll develop employability skills relevant to floristry work
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on classes in the classroom. Assessment includes one external theory-based exam and a portfolio of practical work you build throughout the course. You'll complete practical assessments to demonstrate the skills you have developed. You choose and provide your own fresh flowers and materials each week, which allows you to develop your individual style.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring your own fresh flowers, foliage and sundries each week. Costs vary depending on the design, averaging around £5 to £10 per week. Assessment weeks may cost more. Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre will confirm any other requirements before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Florist assistant: supporting a florist with everyday arrangements
Junior florist: creating designs in a shop or studio
Flower stall assistant: preparing and selling cut flowers
Wedding floristry assistant: helping with bridal and event flowers
Funeral floristry assistant: preparing sympathy and tribute designs
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Floristry: the natural next step, covering more advanced design and techniques for working in a floristry business
Level 2 in Event Planning or Event Styling: broadens your skills into styling and coordinating events, building on the design work you've done at Level 1
Level 3 in Floristry or Event Management: for those aiming toward senior or self-employed roles in the industry
