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Floristry Designs NCFE Award Level 2- Eco Friendly

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LOCATION & START DATE
Duchy College Rosewarne - 23 September 2024
Duchy College Rosewarne - 24 February 2025
LEVEL
Level 2 Levels Explained
DURATION
18 Weeks (1 day per week)
LEARNING AREA
Horticulture, Floristry & Arboriculture Find out more
ATTENDANCE
Part-time

Floristry Designs NCFE Award Level 2- Eco Friendly

Floristry students watching an arrangement demo from their tutor Come and learn sustainable skills in floristry; you will cover the principles and elements of design, hand-tied and gift wrapping, various floral arrangements, funeral and wedding design.

What you will learn

Subject techniques:
This course will cover all of the skills and techniques you will need to produce eco friendly floral designs, Covering a range of techniques, using seasonal blooms and foliage.

Tools/ equipment: Use tools and materials accurately, safely and correctly.

Research + enrichment: Online research of designs, technique and costings.

Sustainability: Upcycle floristry components and containers

Program teaching is delivered through a blend of classroom teaching and online learning, for example:

• Tutor demonstrations
• Practical activities
• Research discussions

You will be expected to work independently and engage in group tasks in order to develop your skills and knowledge. The course covers a range of techniques, skills, sustainability and an awareness of employment and other opportunities in the subject.

• How to use and explore a variety of techniques, tools and equipment.
• How to use materials, tools and equipment to produce different design arrangements
• How to identify commonly used flowers and foliage according to the season
• Create designs in a variety of sustainable mediums
• How to use primary and secondary colours
• How to use and store plant material, tools and equipment safely
• Develop an awareness of employment opportunities in the floristry industry.

Mandatory units covered
• Unit 01 Use Materials, Tools and Equipment to Develop Craft Techniques (M/506/2674)
• Unit 02 Develop Craft Ideas (H/506/2672 )
• Unit 03 Create, Present and Evaluate Final Floristry Item (L/506/2679)

Equipment you will need:
For the first session you will need to bring a pen, writing pad and folder.

You will need a pair of floristry scissors (cost approx. £10 from Amazon) and a floristry knife (cost approx. £5 from Amazon)

Important - in addition to the course fees, your flowers, foliage and sundry items will cost between £20.00 and £25.00 per session. This is dependent on the size of the project that you are making- you are required to source flowers yourself. (from local Florist shops, supermarkets, flower farms etc)

TOOL BOX items required for the course-
• Secateurs
• Floristry scissors
• Florist knife
• Water sprayer/ Mister
• Oasis fix
• Stem tape/ paperbased
• Garden twine/string
• Stapler
• Reel wire
• Paper eco friendly sticky tape
• Apron
• Tool box

Sundry items required for the course-
• Jam jars
• Basket
• Plastic/ glass test tubes
• Pin holder
• Eco friendly gift wrap and ribbon/ raffia
• Chicken wire
• Glass vase- suitable for a handtied bouquet
• A4 folder for portfolio
• Colour Photo printing of your completed practical designs.

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements

Assessment

Assessment requirements: internally assessed and externally moderated portfolio of evidence

Duchy College Rosewarne

Duchy College Rosewarne

This beautiful campus set just outside of Camborne has a rich history of national research and is cherished by students and staff. Whether its studying horticulture or animal care, the intimate community feel is the perfect learning environment. With a friendly and entertaining student hub, and the most passionate and dedicated team on hand to support the college experience, Duchy College Rosewarne is renowned for its student experience. Home to the most wonderful animals and plants, this is a truly unique and special place to have your #careercollege experience.


Subject techniques:
This course will cover all of the skills and techniques you will need to produce eco friendly floral designs, Covering a range of techniques, using seasonal blooms and foliage.

Tools/ equipment: Use tools and materials accurately, safely and correctly.

Research + enrichment: Online research of designs, technique and costings.

Sustainability: Upcycle floristry components and containers

Program teaching is delivered through a blend of classroom teaching and online learning, for example:

• Tutor demonstrations
• Practical activities
• Research discussions

You will be expected to work independently and engage in group tasks in order to develop your skills and knowledge. The course covers a range of techniques, skills, sustainability and an awareness of employment and other opportunities in the subject.

• How to use and explore a variety of techniques, tools and equipment.
• How to use materials, tools and equipment to produce different design arrangements
• How to identify commonly used flowers and foliage according to the season
• Create designs in a variety of sustainable mediums
• How to use primary and secondary colours
• How to use and store plant material, tools and equipment safely
• Develop an awareness of employment opportunities in the floristry industry.

Mandatory units covered
• Unit 01 Use Materials, Tools and Equipment to Develop Craft Techniques (M/506/2674)
• Unit 02 Develop Craft Ideas (H/506/2672 )
• Unit 03 Create, Present and Evaluate Final Floristry Item (L/506/2679)

Equipment you will need:
For the first session you will need to bring a pen, writing pad and folder.

You will need a pair of floristry scissors (cost approx. £10 from Amazon) and a floristry knife (cost approx. £5 from Amazon)

Important - in addition to the course fees, your flowers, foliage and sundry items will cost between £20.00 and £25.00 per session. This is dependent on the size of the project that you are making- you are required to source flowers yourself. (from local Florist shops, supermarkets, flower farms etc)

TOOL BOX items required for the course-
• Secateurs
• Floristry scissors
• Florist knife
• Water sprayer/ Mister
• Oasis fix
• Stem tape/ paperbased
• Garden twine/string
• Stapler
• Reel wire
• Paper eco friendly sticky tape
• Apron
• Tool box

Sundry items required for the course-
• Jam jars
• Basket
• Plastic/ glass test tubes
• Pin holder
• Eco friendly gift wrap and ribbon/ raffia
• Chicken wire
• Glass vase- suitable for a handtied bouquet
• A4 folder for portfolio
• Colour Photo printing of your completed practical designs.

No formal entry requirements

Assessment requirements: internally assessed and externally moderated portfolio of evidence

Duchy College Rosewarne

Duchy College Rosewarne

This beautiful campus set just outside of Camborne has a rich history of national research and is cherished by students and staff. Whether its studying horticulture or animal care, the intimate community feel is the perfect learning environment. With a friendly and entertaining student hub, and the most passionate and dedicated team on hand to support the college experience, Duchy College Rosewarne is renowned for its student experience. Home to the most wonderful animals and plants, this is a truly unique and special place to have your #careercollege experience.


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  • Location - Duchy College Rosewarne
  • Start Date - 23 September 2024
  • Day/Time - Monday, 09:30 - 16:15
  • Tuition Fees: £293.00*
            
    *Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.

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  • Location - Duchy College Rosewarne
  • Start Date - 24 February 2025
  • Tuition Fees: £293.00*
            
    *Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.

    MORE INFORMATION ON FINANCIAL SUPPORT
    Information for School Leavers
    Information for ages 19+
  • Apply Now
    For 24 February 2025 start date
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