If you ever wondered how to become a florist, Stratfords 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
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.
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