National Certificate in Floristry (Level 4)

About the Programme

To complete the National Certificate in Floristry (Level 4), students must complete the National Certificate in Floristry (Level 2) in their first semester. They then study for a second semester to complete the National Certificate in Floristry (Level 4).

By completing the Level 4 qualification students will gain the skills to become an intermediate florist.

Offered by

Faculty of Engineering and Trades - School of Horticulture and Landscaping

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following entry requirements:

• Be physically capable of completing the practical aspects of the programme.
  AND
• Successfully achieve the National Certificate in Floristry Level 2 or equivalent in order to staircase onto the 2nd Semester Level 4 programme.
  AND
• Be physically capable of completing the practical aspects of the programme.
  AND
• Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicant whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an IELTS (Academic) overall score of 5.5. No band below 5.00, and speaking and listening bands should be at 5.5 or equivalent.
  AND
• Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the attitudes and ability to work and study at the required level for the programme.

Selection Requirements
In cases of oversubscription a selection panel will determine a ranking of applicants based on a portfolio that demonstrates: technical competency; creative and/or design ability; and an interview if required.

Cost

$3,300 (approx)

International Student Fees

$16,900 per year (additional costs up to $1,000)

Programme Summary

The National Certificate in Floristry (Level 4) is designed for experienced junior to intermediate-level florists who have completed the National Certificate in Floristry (Level 2) or have at least a year’s industry practice. Students will learn advanced skills such as using range of base media and innovative design techniques.

The programme consists of the following courses:

• Assemble and prepare Floristry Products
• Floristry Stock and Merchandise (1)
• Flowering and foliage plants
• Health and Safety in the Floristry workplace
• Provide service to Floristry customers
• Elements and principles of Floristry design
• Hand tied Floristry designs
• Base medium Floristry designs
• Floriculture pests and diseases
• Floristry Stock and Merchandise (2)
• Written instructions in the floristry workplace.

Courses

Further Training or Study

National Certificate in Floristry ( Level 4) Advanced

Career Opportunities

Intermediate florist in the floristry industry

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