Floristry Designs NCFE Award – Eco-friendly

Floristry Designs NCFE Award – Eco-friendly

Further Education Bursaries for Adults (19+)
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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.

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.

Equipment
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. £8.50 from Amazon) and a floristry knife (cost approx. £4.00 from Amazon) within two weeks of the course starting.

Important - In addition to the course fees, flowers and foliage will cost between £15.00 and £20.00 per session. This is dependent on the size of the project that you are making - you are required to source flowers yourself.

What you will learn Assessment Duchy College Rosewarne

What you will learn

Mandatory units covered

Unit 01 Use Materials, Tools and Equipment to Develop Craft Techniques
Unit 02 Develop Craft Ideas
Unit 03 Create, Present and Evaluate Final Floristry Item

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

Assessment

Internally assessed and externally moderated portfolio of evidence.

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.

What You Will Learn

Mandatory units covered

Unit 01 Use Materials, Tools and Equipment to Develop Craft Techniques
Unit 02 Develop Craft Ideas
Unit 03 Create, Present and Evaluate Final Floristry Item

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

Assessment

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.