City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Work-Placed Floristry

Further Details
Course Code
LA08471
Location
Distance Learning
Duration
Open or Distance Learning, This floristry qualification is a Diploma, requiring achievement of 68 credits.
Candidates are encouraged to work at their own pace following individual programmes of learning. The length of time taken to complete will depend upon many factors but we expect most candidates to complete within 24 months.
Department
Floristry
Start Date
Roll On, Roll Off
End Date
Roll On, Roll Off

Course Overview

This qualification is designed for experienced florists seeking advancement to management or senior positions, this qualification requires prior completion of a Level 2 Diploma in Floristry.

The course gives learners the opportunity to challenge themselves, develop knowledge and demonstrate their newly gained skills and techniques whilst gaining this qualification.
There are seven core units to this qualification:
* Negotiate and agree terms and conditions for the sale of floristry products and services
* Plan, assemble and evaluate diverse floral designs
* Plan, assemble and evaluate diverse tied floristry designs
* Plan, assemble and evaluate diverse floral designs for weddings
* Plan, assemble and evaluate diverse funeral designs
* Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security of the workplace
* Manage your own resources

Option units include building working relationships with customers and resolving customer service problems.
Suitable learners of all ages over 16 are invited to join anytime of the year. It is essential you have achieved the level 2 Diploma in Floristry and are currently employed in this area of learning and have been so for some time. Your employer must be fully supportive.
All applicants will undertake a thorough training needs analysis to ensure that the correct course and levels are chosen. Work placements must comply with health and safety requirements and be vetted by the college before enrollment.



Practical assessments will take place to assess competence and underpinning knowledge. Assessment of your competence will be based upon realistic workplace situations, performing purposeful and recognisable tasks which require a combination of skills and related knowledge. Learning takes place through the form of a mixture of observations in the workplace, written and oral questioning and virtual learning environment via Google Drive.
This qualification is designed to develop your understanding,skills and progress your career as a florist.

Please contact our employer engagement team on 0300 30 30 006 or email employers@cambria.ac.uk to discuss funding eligibility.
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