Floral Design certificate

This certificate program will offer you in-depth, comprehensive training that is designed to prepare you for direct employment in the floral industry. Along with a significant theory component, the program is practical and current in terms of course content and relevancy to the field. Emphasis is on mastering the correct mechanics and basic shapes of floral design using fresh, treated, and dried floral products. You will also have the opportunity to learn
some advanced techniques.

Each course may be taken separately or applied to the certificate.

• Floral Design Basics I
• Floral Design Basics II
• Christmas Arrangements
• Special Occasion/Silk and Dried Flowers
• Sympathy and Church Flowers
• Wedding Flowers

For more information, please visit ufv.ca/Floral, or contact Karen Massier at 604-847-5471 or 1-888-504-7441, local 5471, or email karen.massier@ufv.ca


Floral Design Basics I
This course will provide a fundamental knowledge of flower arranging, and an introduction to common plant names. Topics include introduction to floral tools and supplies, care and handling of flowers, preparation and planning, plant identification and design. Please bring scissors, wire cutters and a paring knife to the first class. You will make your own floral arrangements to take home. Flowers and floral supplies are included in the course fee.

CHILLIWACK – Canada Education Park
(80090 FLDE BAS01 C9A) 10 sessions, Tue, Thu, 6:30-10 pm, Sat, 9 am-12:30 pm, $649. Starts Sep 11

Floral Design Basics II
Prerequisite: Floral Design Basics I.
This course covers the skills necessary to work independently on basic flower arrangements. Topics include sales, pricing, plant identification, and advanced design work. Please bring scissors, wire cutters and a paring knife to the first class. You will make your own floral arrangements to take home. Flowers and floral supplies are
included in the course fee.

CHILLIWACK – Canada Education Park
(80091 FLDE BAS02 C9A) 10 sessions, Tue, Thu, 6:30-10 pm, Sat, 9 am-12:30 pm, $649. Starts Oct 9
Floral Design Christmas Arrangements
Prerequisite: Floral Design Basics II.
This module covers a variety of Christmas designs. Topics include product information (Christmas related materials), cone identification, decorating a Christmas tree, and designs (table centerpiece with candles, Christmas wreaths, door hangings, and one-sided arrangements). Flowers and floral supplies are included in
the course fee.

CHILLIWACK – Canada Education Park
(80092 FLDE XMAS1 C9A) 10 sessions, Tue, Thu, 6:30-10 pm, Sat, 9 am-12:30 pm, $649. Starts Nov 13

Last updated July 2012

 

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