City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Floral Design 7144 (PT)

City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Floral Design 7144

Course Length: 1 Year part-time, 36 weeks

Venue:
Myerscough College (Preston)

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Starting Wednesday 14 September 2011 9.30-12.30

Brief Description of the Course:

This Creative Skills Certificate is designed as a valid and reliable introduction to the production of floral items. The course includes a basic core module which is designed to give you an understanding of colour and the ability to make simple visual notes using a variety of drawing techniques and materials. Specialist modules enable you to apply these skills in the context of floral design, and to develop knowledge and skills required to make a variety of floral designs. This is an ideal course for a trainee or someone looking for a basic knowledge in floristry.

Entry Criteria:

This course covers practical skills and relevant background knowledge. Students are normally aged 16 or over and have a genuine interest in floristry on a commercial basis.

Fees:

Tuition Fee £515

Exam Fees £55*

*Exam fees for 2011/2012 have not been finalised at the current time

List of Units:

¨ Design – Principles & Elements.

¨ Sampling – Exploring Potential of Ideas and Materials.

¨ Floral Design – Wired Items.

¨ Floral Design – Hand Tied Bouquets.

Assessments:

Assessments will include assignments and practical work. There are no formal examinations on the Level 2 Certificate.

Possible Careers / Jobs:

¨ Working in a florist shop

¨ Freelance florist

¨ Contract Work

¨ Demonstrating

Progression:

On successful completion of the Level 2 Certificate there is an option to progress to the Level 3 Certificate in Creative Techniques.

Special Requirements:

1 Specialist Clothing and Equipment:

¨ Photography – equipment and developing.

¨ Floristry Tool box

¨ Protective Apron

2 Extra Costs:

Study Tours – There will be an optional opportunity to book on a range of trips and tours. These may include trips to Holland to visit auctions and growers, Bruges to visit an international flower show, New Covent Garden in London and various day trips to enhance the learner experience.

To apply for this course please select the coloured tab, relating to the centre you wish to study at, on the right hand side of this screen. You can save your progress if you prefer to do it in stages but you must complete all sections of the form.

Special Education Needs and Disability Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate student needs and to provide appropriate support to enable successful completion of the course of study. Where necessary students will be asked for evidence to help identify appropriate adjustments.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.