Full time First Diploma in Floristry FL001

First Diploma in Floristry FL001
QualificationBTEC First Diploma in Floristry
Qualification Level
Level : 2
What do these levels mean?

Duration :2 days per week for 34 weeks (full time)

Times :2 days per week: Tuesday, Thursday

Dates :8.09.09 ' 1.07.10

Run by : Floristry Department.
Tutor : Tracey Nadin

Awarding Body
Edexcel BTEC

Is it right for me?
Floristry is a creative, innovative and stimulating career. This course will give you the opportunity to gain an industry recognised qualification, and is suitable for both the school leaver and the mature student. The diploma offers an excellent starting point for those who are seeking a career in floristry. Covering basic floristry skills, focusing on how to use colour, texture and balance within commercial designs, funeral and wedding work, along with work experience in a retail florist. Students also benefit from industry speakers and demonstrations, along with educational trips to Chelsea Flower Show, Covent Garden and the flower auctions in Holland.

What qualifications will I need?
Previous experience not required. Basic education, flair for colour and an interest in flowers and plants an advantage.

What will I be learning about?

• Assembling floristry designs
• Floristry designs in a medium
• Industry experience
• Plant identification, care and use
• Industry and Organisation
• Conditioning and care of cut flowers

What is involved?
Study at Kingston Maurward College 2 days per week and undertake 200 hours work experience throughout the academic year, covering Mothers Day, Valentines Day and Christmas with a local floristry business. Lectures, practical instruction and demonstrations.

Where will it take me?
Employment with florist shops, hotels, garden centres and freelance designers. The course can also be used as a progression to further study on the National Certificate course.

What materials are required?
Tetanus recommended.

What is next?
National Certificate in Floristry

How will I be assessed?
A range of continuous assessments including written assignments, practical tests, externally set assessments.

How much will it cost?
£499
Please note: Cost of flowers & materials is extra

Money Matters
Notes
Trips include:

• Holland's Alsmeer Flower Auction,
• Chelsea Flower Show,
• Eden Project,
• Covent Garden,
• Bristol Flower Market.