Course overview
This Foundation Diploma in Floristry (Level 1) is a one-year course suitable for school leavers who want to explore their creativity through floristry.
As a Level 1 floristry course, this diploma covers the essential practical skills every beginner florist needs. You will receive an introduction into the world of floristry and the chance to learn the basic practical skills required to start in the industry, exploring floral, wedding, tied and funeral designs.
This course includes one external theory-based exam.
You will learn
- How to identify fresh flowers, foliage and plants
- How to prepare and care for cut flowers, foliage and plants
- How to develop skills to work safely in the industry
- How to design, produce and maintain flowers and foliage
- How to create window displays
- How to develop employability skills
- How to create portfolios of evidence
- How to complete practical assessments to demonstrate the skills you have learnt
- Valuable work experience
Diploma in Land-based Studies – City & Guilds of London Institute Reference: 6033597X
To join this beginner floristry course, you will need at least two GCSEs at grades 2 and above (E and above) or equivalent, relevant prior learning or professional experience will also be considered. You will also need a willingness to learn new skills and enthusiasm for working with flowers, plants and alternative mediums. If you are aged 16 to 18, you will attend a one-day preparation workshop before the course starts, where you will meet your tutors and fellow students.
Successfully completing this Level 1 floristry course will help build your confidence and skills, and you could progress to a floristry certificate or diploma (Level 2) or our Certificate in Event Planning (Level 2), both part of our wider floristry and event styling course range.
This is a full-time course. If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 at the start of this course, your tuition, exams and materials fees will be paid for you in full as long as you meet some basic criteria for UK residence. Find out more on our Fees and Funding page. If you are eligible, you can also apply for support with travel and other costs through our bursary process. Further information will be provided when you enrol.
If you are aged 19 or over on the day your course starts, you may be entitled to help with tuition fees for some courses. If you are in receipt of employment benefits, have a low income, or are studying towards your first substantial qualification, you may be entitled to free tuition. You will need to pay a materials fee if applicable to your course. Find further information about help with tuition fees on our Fees and Funding page.
