About the course
This course will enable you to begin your journey into the world of flowers and floristry. You will learn the essentials in the industry while exploring techniques for creating some unique floral designs.
You will working towards:
Floristry Award - Level 1
The course is made up of two units:
- Safe and effective working practices in land-based industries
- Assemble basic floral designs
Assessments will be continuous with a mix of practical and theoretical.
This class will take place over 9 weeks (term time only).
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements to take part in this course.
How will I be assessed?
You will complete practical assessments during this course alongside portfolio tasks and a Health and Safety exam.
Where is the course delivered? (facilities/classrooms)
The North Cambridgeshire Training Centre, Chatteris.
Where will this course take me?
This qualification aims to enable learners to develop basic skills in flower arranging craft. It will provide learners with underpinning knowledge of the craft process and basis for progression into further study in floristry.
On the course, the learners will learn how to use materials, tools and equipment correctly and safely while gradually developing a portfolio of their flower arranging designs.
You may wish to progress onto the Level 1 Certificate on completion of this course. This is planned to start in April 2025.
How much will it cost?
Full funding is available subject to meeting the eligibility criteria:
- lived in the UK for 3 or more years
- Employed and earning less than £30,491
- Unemployed
If you do not meet the eligibility criteria, please contact the centre to discuss course fees.
I'm interested. What should I do now?
Please register your interest and we will send you an application form along with further details.
Please contact E: nctc@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk or call 01354 293130 if you have any questions.
Days & times
Please contact us for dates and further information
Friday 10:00 - 15:00