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The Introduction to Wedding Floristry course is the ideal opportunity for anyone with an interest creating floristry designs for weddings. The course is practical and hands on, with demonstrations each week from the Tutor. No previous experience is necessary.
Some of the topics covered are:
Buttonholes
A simple hand tied posy
Flowers for the hair
Table decorations
You will also be expected to provide your own flowers and materials for each session. Some sundries and flowers may be purchased at the College.

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Course ref no: "FL-010-001"

Duration

5 Weeks
Start date: 01/03/2012

Fee

£80

The Introduction to Church and Reception Flowers course is the ideal opportunity for
anyone with an interest in creating floristry designs for Church Weddings and Wedding
Receptions. The course is practical and hands on, with demonstrations each week from
the Tutor. Some previous experience is would be useful. For further information or to book a place on a course please call 01664 855372 or email skillstraining@brooksbymelton.ac.uk to request an Enrolment Form.

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Course ref no: "FL-009-001"

Duration

5 Weeks
Start date: 19/04/2012

Fee

£80

This course is aimed at the beginner who has an interest in flower arranging but no experience. If you would like to create gift designs for friends and family and learn how to create seasonal designs for around the home this is the course for you.
Some of the topics covered are:
Hand tied gift bouquet
Textured table design
Front facing arrangement
Autumn Term:
14.11.11 - 12.12.11
Spring Term:
27.02.12 - 26.03.12
Summer Term:
23.04.12 - 28.05.12
one course = one term

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Course ref no: "FL-003-001" "FL-003-002" "FL-003-003"

Duration

5 Weeks
Start date: 14/11/2011 , 27/02/2012 , 23/04/2012

Fee

£80

A progression from the Level 1 course. It is expected that candidates will hold the Level 1 Certificate in Floristry or have some prior knowledge to be able to complete this course.
The course is practical and hands on, with demonstrations each week from the Tutor. The following topics will be covered:
Bride’s wedding posy
Funeral sheaf
Pomander
Top table arrangements
Hand tied shower bouquet
Front facing arrangement

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Course ref no: FL-002-002

Duration

7 Weeks
Start date: 18/04/2012

Fee

£115

A progression from the Level 1 course. It is expected that candidates will hold the Level 1 Certificate in Floristry or have some prior knowledge to be able to complete this course.
The course is practical and hands on, with demonstrations each week from the Tutor. The following topics will be covered:
Circlet Headdress
Corsages
Parallel arrangement
Hand tied for a bride
Line arrangement
Funeral spray
Pew ends

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Course ref no: FL-002-001

Duration

7 Weeks
Start date: 08/02/2012

Fee

£115
This course will prepare you for work in the floristry industry or to run your own floristry business.
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Course ref no: 21052

Duration

A full-time 2 year course, running over 2 days per week
Start date: September

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade C or above or equivalent

Modules

  • Conditioning and use of flower and foliage materials
  • Tied designs
  • Wedding floristry
  • Sympathy floristry
  • Floral designs
  • Floristry design
  • Flowering and foliage plants
  • Wedding accessories
  • Trends in the floristry industry
  • Historical floristry designs
  • Work experience

Career Progression

Former students now work as florists in the retail industry, run their own business, or have progressed to Higher Education.

Campus

Located at Brooksby Campus

Full Course Title

EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Floristry
BMC floristry skills