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Level 3 Floristry Course in Enfield – Capel Manor College – Enfield Centre

Cost£7,111.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Floristry Course in Enfield. Classes run at Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre, part-time during the day, over one year. You'll study the retail floristry industry at an advanced level, covering creative design, plant and flower care, event floristry, and business management. The course includes 150 hours of work experience in the floristry industry. A Level 2 Floristry qualification is the usual entry point, though relevant industry experience is also considered. This City and Guilds level 3 floristry qualification is graded Pass, Merit, Distinction, or Distinction*.

Who this course is for

This course will provide you with comprehensive knowledge of the retail floristry industry at an advanced level. If you have previously completed a Level 2 qualification and want to further develop your skills, then this is the ideal course for you.

Entry requirements

Ideally you will need to complete the Diploma in Floristry (Level 2) to progress onto this course, but industry experience will also be considered.

If you are aged between 16 and 18 years old, you will need at least five GCSEs at grade 5 or above (A* to C) including maths, English or science. You will also be invited to attend a fun and practical one-day preparation workshop where you will meet your tutors and other students on your course. Further details of this will be provided at your adm

What you will learn

  • You'll apply health and safety principles in a floristry setting.
  • You'll develop skills in plant and flower care.
  • You'll create tied, wired, glued, and medium-based floral designs.
  • You'll explore the creative design process and current trends in floristry.
  • You'll plan and deliver event floristry.
  • You'll build knowledge of business management and marketing in floristry.
  • You'll complete and review work-related experience in the industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical sessions, written assignments, mock assessments, and homework. You'll also compile a portfolio of your work. Assessment includes two externally set online exams (covering health and safety and floristry theory) and one practical assessment that is externally set, internally marked, and externally moderated. Employer involvement in delivery and assessment is a required part of the qualification, and you'll complete 150 hours of work experience in the floristry industry.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre 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.
  • Event florist. Create floral displays for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations.
  • Floral designer. Develop bespoke designs for clients and occasions.
  • Floristry supervisor. Lead a team in a retail or wholesale floristry setting.
  • Wedding florist. Specialise in bridal and ceremony floral work.
  • Freelance florist. Run your own floristry business.

What you could study next

With a Level 3 floristry qualification, you could move into higher-level study in floristry, horticulture, or event design. A Level 4 or higher qualification in horticulture or garden design is one route. You could also explore business or marketing qualifications if you want to run your own floristry business. Some florists go on to complete specialist training in wedding or event styling.

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