Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Floristry
Introduction
Get the practical skills and knowledge you need to start a career in floristry, with our Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma at Writtle College.
- Learn from industry professionals in small groups, ensuring you gain the practical experience and support you need.
- Work in two dedicate floristry studios on campus, making use of seasonal foliage from the college grounds.
- Work to A Level standard, looking at management roles within the floristry industry.
- Hear from industry professionals via talks and visits and learn how to exhibit and compete to professional levels.
This course is ideal if you’ve previously completed Level 2 study or have a wealth of experience in the floristry industry, and want to take your floristry skills to a new level, building on the technical skills learnt prior to coming on the Level 3.
You’ll study creative floral design methods and techniques, and learn to produce a range of designs including tied, wired, glued, and designs in different mediums. You’ll also focus on designs for different events, such as weddings and funerals.
You’ll have plenty of opportunity to get creative during practical sessions in our purpose-built floristry studios. Plus, while studying on Writtle College’s countryside campus, inspiration is never far away.
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Fees and funding
Facilities
Hands-on learning
Study on our rural campus in Writtle, and use our purpose-built floristry building featuring four workshop areas and a range of seasonal plants and foliage. During your studies, you’ll also have the opportunity to forage in our beautiful grounds for seasonal foliage.
Outstanding student support
Join our student community and:
- learn from experienced tutors, who'll provide encouragement and feedback
- make full use of facilities including library and IT resources
- access support, should you need it, with study skills, careers advice, health and wellbeing, and more.
Accreditation
British Florist Association
This qualification is supported by the British Florist Association (BFA). The BFA is the only recognised trade association in the UK, representing 8,000 professional flower shops across the country.
Awarding body
City & Guilds
City & Guilds is the global leader in skills development and apprenticeship schemes with 2 million learners working on diverse qualifications every year.
Careers and educational progression
Our Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma covers all the skills you need to start a career in the floristry industry. You might work as a florist, senior florist or florist shop manager, or start your own business.
