Introduction to Floristry – Day
Course outline
“The beauty of flowers is for all to enjoy, admire and feel.”
This course provides you with the basic skills to create a range of floral arrangements and will give you an insight into further training or employment in the Floristry Industry. Students will take home an arrangement they have created after each class.
Delivered by local Bacchus Marsh florist Mel Martin of Bacchus Blooms by Mel, this introduction to floristry course is for those without prior experience in caring for and arranging flowers. It is also well suited to those wanting to refresh the skills they gained from some prior experience.
You will gain new knowledge and skills in each class, building a firm foundation and pathway to Nationally Recognised Qualifications or meaningful employment you might like to pursue.
At the conclusion of each of the five sessions, you will take home a stunning arrangement of flowers you have created yourself.
Course delivery
Commences: 11th November 2024 (FULL Not taking anymore enrolments)
Completion: 9th December 2024
Day: Mondays (5 sessions)
Time: 10.00am to 2.30pm
Fee: $120 for eligible participants
Fee includes tuition, resources, flowers and accessories.
Course outline
Arranging flowers for any occasion
Wiring and taping techniques
Preparation and care of flowers and foliage
Flower identification
Placing flowers appropriately within the arrangement
Storage needs of specific cut flowers
Use and maintenance of floristry tools
Ribbon and wrapping techniques
Employment options and pathways into the floristry/retail industry
Next steps
Contact Laurels Education & Training:
Monday to Friday (9am - 4pm) at 229 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh.
Phone (03) 5367 1061 or email info@thelaurels.org.au
