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Level 1 Land-based Studies Course in London – Capel Manor College Mottingham Campus

Cost£823.00
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Mar 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Land-based Studies Course in London. Classes run at Capel Manor College Mottingham Campus, one day per week over 14 weeks. This land-based studies course focuses on floristry, giving you practical skills in floral design from day one. You'll learn to identify fresh flowers and foliage, create basic floral arrangements, and build a portfolio of your work. The course includes an external theory exam. No previous experience is required. Fresh materials are sourced by you, typically costing around £5 to £10 per week.

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, tied, wedding and funeral designs
  • You'll prepare and care for cut flowers and foliage
  • You'll develop safe working practices for the floristry industry
  • You'll build a portfolio of evidence of your practical skills
  • You'll complete a theory-based exam to demonstrate your knowledge
  • You'll develop employability skills relevant to working in floristry

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person, one day per week. You'll learn through hands-on practical work, creating floral designs and building a portfolio of evidence. Assessment includes one external theory-based exam and practical assessments where you demonstrate the skills you have developed.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to source your own fresh flowers, foliage and sundries each week to suit your chosen designs. Costs average around £5 to £10 per week, though assessment weeks may cost more. Capel Manor College Mottingham Campus will confirm any other requirements before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Florist assistant, supporting a florist with everyday arrangements
  • Junior florist, preparing and arranging flowers in a shop
  • Market stall florist, selling and arranging flowers at market
  • Wedding and events floristry assistant, helping with event displays
  • Funeral floristry assistant, creating tribute arrangements

What you could study next

After this land-based studies qualification, you could move on to a Level 2 course in floristry, event planning or event styling. A Level 2 Floristry qualification builds on the practical skills you've gained here and takes you closer to working independently as a florist. Some learners go on to study event styling or floral design at Level 3.

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