Working in Collaboration with Penny Blossoms Floral Artistry
Flower Arranging Courses (Floristry courses)
Floristry courses: Flowers Are For Everyone
We have created bespoke flower courses for everyone in any sector seeking a creative activity to improve their mental wellbeing. You have the choice of one day taster or opt for the two day more defined course.
The 5 day course is aimed at those who are seriously seeking a career in floristry. It is intensive but very informative, thought provoking and fun.
All the courses are hands-on practice to help the attendees discover their own style and make each floral design look effortless.
Who is it suitable for?
The courses are widely suitable for anyone:
- with a creative flair and likes working with their hands
- interested in using flowers as a medium to improve one’s mental health
- preferring face to face / hands on guidance rather than online learning
- looking to develop a career in floristry but don’t know where to start
- looking to improve their basic skills and build confidence to apply for jobs
- wanting to change career and work in a shop or start their own business
If you are interested in these courses, please feel free to contact us on 029 21 156 603 or email Info@CareerChangeWales.co.uk
Floristry courses: FLOWER ARRANGING COURSE – PROFESSIONAL FLORISTRY (5-day course)
Floristry is an exciting and varied career that will keep you on your toes. It is a lot more than just playing with flowers. Getting the right technical knowledge is essential as it is the foundation for other opportunities within the flower industry. You could be running your own business, freelance for other florists, choose to specialise in events, funerals, floral art or go on to manage the retail/wholesale side of the industry.
The one-week intensive training course covers the fundamental techniques and knowledge required to be a florist. We help you find your creative style and build your confidence to become the florist you want to be.
Each day covers theory as well as practical aspects. This is the perfect platform to ask lots of floristry questions to set your mind at ease.
There are no practical assessments. Attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance on full completion of the course.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- complete beginners who want to work in the floral industry
- anyone with basic knowledge of flowers and want a crash course in floristry training
- anyone with basic knowledge of flowers who want to start their own business
- anyone embarking on a career change
Part 1 – Course Content
This course will cover the following:
- Flower sourcing and buying
- Conditioning and care
- The common and botanical names of frequently used flowers and foliage
- An introduction to the elements and principles of design
- An introduction to Colour Theory
- Master the art of spiralling by creating a bouquet
- Know the various flower arrangement shapes
- Create table centrepieces using floral foam and non-foam alternative
- Wiring and taping techniques
- Create a wired wearable accessory
- Aftercare tips and advice to prolong the life of the flowers
- Costing materials and pricing for retail
- Trends and social media
Part 2 – Course Outcome
- Ability to recognise common florist jargon, flower names and foliage
- Know the conditioning methods for various flowers
- Ability to create a simple handtied bouquet
- Ability to create a table centrepiece
- Ability to wire a wearable accessory for any event
- Knowing what to do when flowers under perform
- Knowing who to follow on social media and importance of trends
- Knowing how to cost and price the design confidently
Course Format
The course includes all the fresh materials, sundries and refreshments.
Guidance is given throughout the course.
Attendees take home the arrangements they create at the end of the course.
If you are interested in these courses please feel free to contact us on 029 21 156 603 or email Info@CareerChangeWales.co.uk
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