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Are you eager to elevate your floristry skills to new heights? Our esteemed Academy Masters level 4 course is your gateway to unleashing your full potential in the professional floral industry.

Our course is designed for those seeking to reignite and elivate your floristry and embark on a journey of personal growth as a commercial floral designer, these courses offer distinct advantages both personal and professional. By enrolling, you’ll position yourself as a leader in the field, equipped with the expertise to stand out from the crowd. Not only will you refine your unique style and creative flair, but you’ll also pave the way for diverse career opportunities, including teaching and judging competitions.

Regrettably the City & Guilds qualification is closed to enrolements but our course which will run along side the City & Guilds group and can give you the opportunity experience, knowlegde and skills.

To apply you will need to be either level 4 or have some experience. Selection for this course will be on examples of your practical work, a writen task and have an interview with Tina Parkes. This can be over the phone or in person depending on where you live. You do need a good standard of English as the course as assessments are in English. You also need to be available for the inclass weeks September and June/July and be able to commit to the Friday Zoom weekly call and around 12 hours per week for design work, assignments, research and theory.

We have a mixed international group so far which we feel will add lots of variety to the design asthic of the group.

Course cost £4,600

Includes assessment, tutoring, assessment, Academy exam and certification, exam materials, flowers, foliage and sundries for both in-class weeks and all tuition and assessments.

More details

Course Structure:

- Duration: 30 weeks online, with 2 weeks and 1 day in class at the Academy

- Kick-off Week: Immerse yourself in a week of vibrant designs, techniques, and concepts at the Academy, from

Monday 2nd to Friday 6th September. We have lots of great things planned for this week.

- Weekly Friday Sessions: Engage in weekly 1.5 to 2-hour Zoom calls to review your work, discuss challenges and set goals.

Sept 20th 27th, Oct 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Nov 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th Dec 6th Jan 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Feb,

7th, 21st, 28th March 7th, 14th, 21st April 4th, 25th May, 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd June 6th, 13th, 20th

- Academy Sessions;Scheduled throughout the year to refine your skilla and prepare for exams.

- Exam Preparation: Conclude your journey with intensive exam preparation during the final week at the Academy, followed by practical exams in the first week of July.

Assessment:

- Throughout the course, complete 8 assignments, culminating in a comprehensive portfolio.

- End-of-Course Assessments: Undertake a 3-hour theory exam and a 3.5-hour practical exam to demonstrate your knowledge and skills.

Why the Academy?

Industry-Recognized Certification: successful completion of the course awards you with a prestigious certification from City&Guilds, a globally recognized accreditation body, enhancing your credibility and employability in the floral industry.

Expert Faculty:

Our experienced award winning lead teacher has been apart of the level 4 development with City&Guilds from the very beginning of the qualification and will provide invaluable mentorship and guidance throughout your learning journey. Awarded top theory and practical level 5, holds highest Dutch, English and American qualifications. Regular attendance of the International Teachers group with Gregor Lersch (15yrs).

Demonstrated and taught all over England and the world including America, Australia, Saudi Arabia and Germany. Beautiful rural location in Devon. Writer for City&Guilds qualifications.

Networking Opportunities:

The networking opportunities available through interactions with fellow students, industry experts and alumni, foster connections that can lead to collaborations, job opportunities, and lifelong friendships.

Continuous Support:

We provide our students ongoing support from our dedicated team, including access to resources, personalized feedback and assistance with any queries or challenges encountered during the course. Dedicated WhatsApp group and Academy student Facebook group.

Career Development:

The potential career pathways available to graduates, including roles in floral design studios, event planning companies, retail floristry, freelance work, and entrepreneurship, showcasing the diverse opportunities the floristry industry offers.

Student Success Stories:

Our students have been awarded over 36 RHS medals at Chelsea and Hampton Court. Students have opened up businesses, trained or developed their teaching, become demonstrators, gone on to judges training and worked abroad. One of our current level 4 students has said she was 25% up on her Valentines Day sales figures in 2024.

Join Us: Transform your passion into expertise and join our vibrant community of floral enthusiasts.

Book your spot today and blossom into a skilled florist!

We eagerly anticipate welcoming to the Academy soon.

Julie and Tina

Email: Tina@academyoffloralart.com

Telephone: 07841752967