City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Floristry

This programme is aimed at primarily school leavers (16-18 year olds) who have an active interest in floristry and arts and crafts. The programme comprises basic floristry techniques, employment skills, work related experience and support to develop skills in English and Maths and general life skills. The Land Based Studies Qualification (City & Guilds) can be taken at either Award, Certificate or Diploma levels depending on the amount of support each student will require.

Qualification Gained

• City & Guilds Award in Land Based Studies
• City & Guilds Certificate in Land Based Studies
• City & Guilds Diploma in Land Based Studies
• College award, Functional Skills or GCSEs in English and Maths

After completing your course, you can choose to go on to:

• Level 2 Floristry Awards or Certificate depending on ability
• Level 1 Certificates and Diplomas for those who achieved an Award
• Level 2 Awards or Certificates in Floristry
• Traineeship within the Floristry industry
• Apprenticeship

You can look forward to a varied programme of modules that also includes a work placement. You’ll also continue your English and Maths up to GCSE level. Modules include:

1. Unit 101 - Safe and effective working practices. You will focus on following correct procedures outline by the employer, recommended codes of practice and current legislation. You are assessed by an online test.
2. Unit 102 - Develop performance. You will gain experience in working as an effective team member and you will develop personal skills and performance. This is assessed by practical tasks, reviews and tutorials.
3. Unit 112 - Carry out floristry tasks. You will develop skills in the delivery, care and preparation of fresh materials and assist with displays. This unit is assessed by practical tasks.
4. Unit 113 - Identify flowers, foliage and plants. Through the identification of flowers, foliage and pot plants you will gain awareness of the variety of materials available to the commercial florist. You are assessed by written and oral tests.
5. Unit 114 - Produce and maintain shop displays. You will be given an introduction into planning, creating and maintaining shop displays. The unit is assess by practical tasks and assignments.
6. Unit 115 - Produce planted designs. Gain knowledge and develop skills in the preparation and production of planted designs. You are assessed by practical task, written test and assignment.
7. Unit 116 - Assemble basic floral designs. You will gain knowledge and practical sills to prepare and construct basic floral designs in a medium, hand-tied, wired and gift wrapped. This is assessed by practical tasks and assignments.