Level 2 - Technical Certificate in Floristry

Subject Area: Course code: Course Type:
Floral Design FL206A01/25/1 Further Education

Course Information

Floristry is a creative, innovative and stimulating career and this course will give you the opportunity to gain an industry recognised qualification. It offers an excellent starting point for those who are seeking a career in floristry, whether school leavers or mature students. Covering basic floristry skills, we focus on how to use colour, texture and balance within commercial designs, funeral and wedding work, along with work experience in a retail florist.

Overview

Qualification
  • Level 2 Floristry
Course Content
  • Units include:
    Construct wired and glued designs
    Construct designs in a medium
    Construct hand tied floristry designs
    Health & safety work practices within the industry
    Identification and care of cut flowers, foliage and plants
    Floristry work placement
    Responding to a floristry brief
    English and maths for learners without GCSE grades 4
Entry Requirements
  • 4 GCSEs minimum grade 3. including English and maths. Mature students lacking formal qualifications will be considered based on previous experience. You will be required to complete a work placement. Previous floristry experience is not required however a flair for colour and an interest in flowers and plants is required. Tetanus protection is recommended.
Next Steps
  • Level three floristry qualification for those students who have achieved a merit and have suitable levels of English and maths
Career Opportunities
  • Employment with florist shops, employment in hotels, freelance designer, customer service assistant/manager, exhibition designer, florist, horticultural garden centre worker/manager, interior designer.

Dates & Fees

Dates & Times
Start date: End date: Start time: End time:
08-Sep-2025 19-Jun-2026 9.30 a.m 3.45 p.m
Attendance
Mode of attendance
Full Time
Timetable
Day of the week Number of sessions
various
Course Fees

There are no course fees for eligible students aged 16-18. Students aged 19-25 may also be eligible for government funding or a student loan depending on their circumstances.
Trips and visits may incur additional costs.
Designs may be purchased for a nominal fee depending on flowers, foliage and sundries used.

Materials Required

Basic stationery - pens, pencils, ruler and eraser, A4 lever arch files. KMC logo apron.
The cost of flowers and foliage is met by the College. Students may wish to purchase their designs to take away with them.

What's next?

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