Florists
Up to £41,415Florists sell flowers and related products in a wholesale or retail business, and design and make up floral bouquets, wreaths, tributes and other floral arrangements for sale to the public.
Admissions
Entry Requirements
What You'll Need
- An interest in flowers and making things by hand
- Best suited to beginners, or those who have done the Level 1
- Successful interview with our team (contact us to talk it through)
If you're still working towards Grade 4 in Maths or English, you can keep building those alongside the course.
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What You'll Learn
Hand-Tied, Arranged, and Ready for the Big Day.
This course covers the core skills a florist uses every day. You’ll learn hand-tied and presentation designs, floral arrangements, and wedding designs and accessories, working with fresh flowers by hand. It starts with an introduction to art and design for florists, so you build a real eye for colour, shape and style.
It’s hands-on and creative, and it builds the confidence to make beautiful work for real occasions. You’ll be assessed through practical work, a theory assignment and online testing. It’s a genuine step towards a job in a florist shop, or towards your own business.
What You'll Make
- Introduction to art and design for florists
- Hand-tied and presentation designs
- Floral arrangements
- Wedding designs and accessories
How You're Assessed
Assessment Methods
Coursework
Written assignments, research projects, and case studies that let you explore topics in depth.
Practical Assessment
Hands-on tasks and practical demonstrations in realistic working environments.
Exams
Formal examinations to test your knowledge and understanding under timed conditions.
Practical assessment, a theory assignment, and online testing.
Career Destinations
Where This Course Takes You
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Your progression pathway
This course Level 2 Floristry Certificate Level 2
Where next Further study or employment
Life on the Course
See What It's Really Like
Our Facilities
A Real, Working Flower Shop
You'll learn with fresh flowers from professional suppliers, in a college with its own commercial flower shop and award-winning, BFA-recognised tutors.
Flowers at The Hub
The college's own commercial flower shop, where students make bespoke designs for real customers.
Fresh Flowers From Professional Suppliers
Work with beautiful, industry-standard materials, direct from the trade.
Award-Winning Tutors
Learn from BFA-recognised tutors, praised by Ofsted, who have worked at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
Fresh Flowers · Real Flower Shop · Wedding Work
Student Voice
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I’ve gained loads of confidence, improved my communication and people skills, and learnt so much about my craft. My tutors have been so supportive, and I’ve made great friends along the way. I plan to get a job in a florist shop and eventually start my own business.
For Parents & Carers
Supporting Your Child's Journey
Financial Support Available
Bursaries are available, and free meals are provided for those who qualify. If cost is a concern, there's help — and it's straightforward to apply.
Financial support infoTutors With Real Experience
Our tutors bring real industry experience into the classroom. They teach what's actually used in the world of work, and students consistently say this is what makes the course work.
GCSE Support Built In
If your child needs to resit GCSE English or Maths, it's built into the timetable — not bolted on as an extra. They'll get structured support alongside their main course.
About student support For Careers Advisers
Quick Reference Guide
Level
Level 2
Duration
1 Year (4 hours in college, 4 hours online per week)
Study Mode
Part-Time
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Entry
Contact us for details
Assessment
Coursework + Practical Assessment + Exams
Ready to Make Beautiful Things?
Applications for September 2026 are open. Apply online in 10 minutes.
Questions? Call 0800 358 7575