Florist/Floral Design

If you ever wondered how to become a florist, Stratford’s floral design course is a great place to start!

Our home study course is a convenient and affordable way to learn more about custom floral design at home when YOU have time.

What You Will Learn:
Whether you are interested in pursuing a career in floral design or just want to learn how to make arrangements part-time, Stratford's course can teach you the fundamentals of floriculture design for multiple events, occasions, and settings. This course also covers how to open and run a floral business of your own.

Career Opportunities:
Individuals with florist/floral design training can work for:
• A Retail Florist
• Grocery Store
• Wholesale Florist
• Floral Designer
• A floral business of your own

Why Choose Stratford?
Unlike more traditional floral design schools, Stratford offers flexible learning options that work best for YOU. Whether you want to study online or with a book in your lap, you always have the support of our instructors and use of our online student center, eService. Plus, we offer the option to get started with a low down payment and make affordable monthly payments! All you need to get started is a low down payment of usually $20 or less.

Florist/Floral Design Module 1
Floriculture Designing and Merchandising Part 1
• Exploring Careers in the Retail Flower Business
• The History of Floral Design
• Principles of Design
• Design Elements and Guidelines
• Selection of Cut Flowers and Greens
• Flower and Foliage Classification
• Conditioning and Storing Cut Flowers and Greens
• Mechanics and Supplies Used in Floral Design
• Containers
• Selecting Wire and Wiring Flowers
• Selecting Ribbons and Tying Bows

Florist/Floral Design Module 2
Floriculture Designing and Merchandising Part 2
• Boutonnieres and Corsages
• Bud Vases
• Circular Arrangements
• Triangular Arrangements
• Line Arrangements
• Constructing Wreaths
• Holiday Arrangements

Florist/Floral Design Module 3
Floriculture Designing and Merchandising Part 3
• Wedding Flowers
• Sympathy Flowers
• Drying Flowers
• Arranging Permanent Flowers
• Selection and Care of Indoor Plants
• Decorating Potted Plants
• Pricing Strategies
• Selling in the Flower Shop
• Displays
• Delivery
• Professional Organizations

Florist/Floral Design Module 4
How to Open and Operate a Successful Floral Business
• Is the Floral Business For You?
• Store and Dιcor
• The Ins and Outs of Daily Business
• Products and Supplies
• Floral Arranging
• Customer Service
• Business Plan and Accounting
• Legal Issues
• Employees
• Marketing Matters
• Expansion, Selling and Retirement

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This educational program is an introductory course designed to help students gain knowledge necessary for the vocational application of this subject. Completion of this program does not fulfill the legal requirements of particular provincial licenses or certifications, which may require additional training or apprenticeships. One or more of the course subjects/textbooks may vary as courses are updated.