Level 2 Floristry Course in Bristol. Classes run at South Bristol Skills Academy, full-time across three days a week for 36 weeks. You'll work in the floristry workshop, planning and preparing your own arrangements and design work with guidance from the course tutor. You'll need to purchase your own flowers and foliage, and the centre provides sundries and materials to support your creative work. A GCSE in Maths or English at grade D or above is required to enrol. If you haven't achieved grade C or above, you'll also attend GCSE Maths or English alongside the floristry classes.
Who this course is for
This is a full time course. You will have the opportunity to learn about a practical career in floristry by planning and preparing your own arrangements and design work. You will provide your own flowers and foliage for the course, with guidance from the course tutor and tips on how to use materials economically. The Level 2 Certificate in Floristry will take place in the floristry workshop at South Bristol Skills Academy, with access to sundries and materials to enhance your creative work with flowers. This is a full time course aimed at 16 - 18 year old students.
Entry requirements
You will need to have a willingness to learn an aptitude for course work.----College attendanceis 3 days per week for 36 weeks--Grade D GCSE Englishor Maths--Genuine interest to pursue a career in floristry--Be prepared to purchase flowers and foliage--Employability skills --Work on an individual and team-work basis --Attend all practical assessments and complete assignments to deadlines----You will also be required to attend GCSE in Mathsor English if you have not achieved a Grade C or above in these subjects.
What you will learn
You'll plan and create floral arrangements and design work.
You'll select and prepare flowers and foliage for different styles and occasions.
You'll learn how to use materials economically to reduce waste and cost.
You'll develop practical skills in a professional floristry workshop setting.
You'll complete assignments and practical assessments to industry standards.
You'll work both independently and as part of a team.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the floristry workshop at South Bristol Skills Academy. Assessment includes practical work and written assignments completed to set deadlines. Attendance at all practical assessments is required. The course runs three days a week over 36 weeks, combining creative project work with structured coursework.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to purchase your own flowers and foliage throughout the course. The tutor will give you guidance on sourcing materials and using them economically. South Bristol Skills Academy provides sundries and other materials to support your work in the workshop.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Florist: design and sell arrangements in a retail flower shop.
Freelance florist: take commissions for weddings, events, and funerals.
Wedding florist: specialise in bridal and event floristry.
Funeral florist: create sympathy tributes and wreaths.
Market stall florist: sell seasonal flowers and arrangements directly to customers.
Garden centre floristry assistant: support floristry sales and displays.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Floristry (City and Guilds): the next step if you want to develop advanced design skills and take on more complex commissions.
Level 3 Advanced Floristry qualifications: suited to those aiming for senior roles or self-employment.
Business and enterprise courses: useful if you plan to run your own floristry business.
