Format
3 required courses (54 hours) - or take individual courses
Delivery
Classroom, Fast Track | Learn more
Duration
Complete in 3 weeks, or up to 3 years
Floral design is the industry of creating floral arrangements using fresh flowers for daily appreciation or special events.
Your creativity and technique will blossom with our Floral Design Certificate of Completion, whether you're looking to join the industry or create your own arrangements for a special event.
Learn the skills to design and care for fresh flower arrangements. First, you will explore the basics and fundamental concepts of floral design. Then, you will advance your floral arrangement skills with new design ideas and practice the latest trends in floral design techniques.
In this hands-on program, you will work with a variety of flowers to create stylish arrangements that you can bring home. All fresh flowers and supplies are included in the course fees.
Highlights and benefits
Earn a recognized credential | Enhance your career prospects
Become career-ready | Prepare for a career in the floral industry
Enhance your life | Develop your personal and professional skills
Real-world knowledge | Learn from experienced industry professionals
Floral Design General Interest Courses
Interested in learning more about floral design before taking the full program? Check out our individual floral design courses. Come on your own or with friends and create a beautiful arrangement for your home or as a gift for someone special. Beginners are welcome in all classes unless a prerequisite is listed.
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Want to fast track your program?
To fast track your Floral Design Certificate of Completion, add all required courses listed on this page to your cart, then proceed to checkout. Registering for all courses at once lets you complete the program faster and saves you 5% off the total cost.
Course schedule
Course schedule by semester
| Fall (Sept. - Dec.) |
Winter (Jan. - April) |
Spring/Summer (May - Aug.) |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Floral Design, Level 1 | CL/FT | CL/FT | CL/FT |
| Floral Design, Level 2 | CL/FT | CL/FT | CL/FT |
| Floral Design, Level 3 | CL/FT | CL/FT | CL/FT |
Legend
BL: Blended (Online & Classroom)
CL: Classroom
FT: Fast Track
ON: Online
IDS: Independent Study
P: Practicum
This schedule is subject to change. Courses start on various dates within each semester. Fall schedule and registration is available in June; Winter schedule and registration is available in November; and Spring/Summer schedule and registration is available in March.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this program intended for?
This program is intended for anyone interested in learning about floral design, for those wishing to work in the industry or for personal interest.
What type of career options are available if I complete this certificate?
The certificate may open doors to careers as a florist in floral shops, as a wedding and event designer, a floral assistant, a floral expert in wholesale floral operations, or for those wanting to open their own shop.
Note: additional education and training may be required for some positions.
Do I have to take the courses in order?
No, each course is designed to stand alone, but we suggest starting with XFLD 10001 Floral Design, Level 1.
How will I be graded in each course?
Each course is based on attendance. Students must be in class and complete at least 5 out of the 6 projects in each course to be successful in that course. Should a student miss more than one project, they may contact our programming team to arrange a make-up project.
What supplies do I need?
Students are asked to bring a bucket at least 10" tall to hold flowers while working in class, a pair of scissors, and a set of sharp gardening sheers. An apron is optional. In winter, students may wish to bring a garbage bag to protect their arrangement from the weather.
What will I learn in these courses?
You will learn safe floral knife handling skills, as well as the proper care and handling of flowers. You will learn and make six different types of arrangements in each level (course). Arrangement styles and types of flowers will get more difficult / specialized as the levels progress.
Do I need to complete the certificate before taking the individual / seasonal floral courses?
No, anyone may regsiter for and take the individual / seasonal floral courses.
How many courses can I take at a time?
You can take as many courses as your schedule will allow. There are no restrictions on the number of courses you can take at one time. You may be eligible for a 5% discount if you register for all three courses at the same time. No retroactive discounts will be available.
Will I get a job once I'm done the certificate?
While having a professional certificate will certainly put you in a favourable position when looking for employment, there are many factors to consider for each individual that it would be impossible to pre-determine your employment success. Our graduate statistics have shown that a significant percentage of past students have experienced a measurable increase in salary, responsibility, and/or activity after completing our programs.
Will Mount Royal help me locate career opportunities?
No, Mount Royal does not have a system in place to assist students with career opportunities upon completion of our certificate. However, there are periodic job postings advertised on our website.
Additional information
Refer to CE Student Information for more information.
Program questions?