Floristry Award Level 1 - Haverhill

About the course

This course will enable you to begin your journey into the world of flowers and floristry. You will learn the essentials of the industry whilst exploring techniques for creating some unique floral designs.

The floristry course includes a mix of theory and hands?on practical sessions. During practical weeks, you may work independently or with a partner, depending on the activity and flowers are provided to support learning in class. On some occasions you may be able to take your work home, however this will depend on the activity and will be explained by your tutor at the time.

The course runs on the following schedule:

Welcome session - Thursday 10 September 2026

Teaching begins Thursday 17 September 2026

Teaching ends Thursday 14 January 2027

This course only runs during term-time with no classes in half-term or the Christmas break. To give themselves the best chance of success, students are expected to commit to attending all 15 weeks of this course

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements to take part in this course, however students need to produce a portfolio so a basic level of English & maths is required.

Qualifications

C&G Level 1 award in Land-based studies (FLORISTRY) 

What you'll learn (core modules)

The course is made up of two units.

Unit 201 - Safe and effective working practices in the land-based industries

Assessment type: Online Multiple Choice

In this unit, learners will be able to:

1. Select, use, maintain and store equipment, tools and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
2. Follow safe working practices
3. Follow emergency procedures 
4. Maintain a safe and tidy work environment

Unit 215 - Assemble basic floral designs:

The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to communicate information within the workplace. 

In this unit, learners will be able to:

1. Construct basic designs
2. Recognise gift wrapping materials and ancillary items

Examples of assessments include:

Tied:

• Cone wrap
• Limited tied design in a vase
• Tied posy

Mediums: 

• Posy pad
• Line arrangement
• Basket arrangement

Wired:

• Buttonhole
• Wired head circlet
• Posy corsage

Glued:

• Glued corsage badge
• Alice band
• Wristlet

How will I be assessed?

This course contains practical assessments as well as written assessments; students must produce a written portfolio.

There is an online safety exam which is completed in lesson as part of Unit 201.

Where is the course delivered? (facilities/classrooms)

Provincial House, 32 High Street, Haverhill, CB9 8AR

Where will this course take me?

This qualification aims to enable learners to develop basic skills in flower arranging craft. It will provide learners with underpinning knowledge of the craft process and basis for progression into further study in floristry

On the course, students will develop the skills to use materials, tools and equipment correctly and safely, whilst gradually building a visual portfolio of their flower arrangement designs. 

Upon successful completion of this course, there may be an opportunity to progress on to a Level 1 Floristry Certificate. We also run regular floristry workshops in our college-wide leisure programme, for anyone looking to learn specific skills.

How much will it cost?

You may be eligible for government funding if:

• You are aged 19+
• You live in the UK
• You are employed and earning less than £26,800 per annum (or £30,491 if you live in certain CB/PE postcodes) 

OR

• you are in receipt of certain benefits

If you are not eligible for funding, a course fee would be payable. This can be paid in instalments, paid via invoice by an Employer or you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan personally.
Please get in touch if you are unsure.

I'm interested. What should I do now?

Please register your interest and we will send you an application form along with further details.

Please contact haverhill@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk or call 01440 712177 if you have any questions.

Days & times

Starting 10/09/2026
Thursday 11:00 - 14:00

Course price